2001 Nissan Pathfinder problems
The Nissan Pathfinder is a range of sport utility vehicles manufactured by Nissan since 1986. Until the third-generation model, the Pathfinder is based on Nissan's compact pickup truck platform which it shares with the Navara/Frontier. The front end of the D21 (first generation) and R51 (third generation) Pathfinder is notably identical with the Navara/Frontier up until the B-pillars.
The Pathfinder was marketed as the Nissan Terrano (Japanese: 日産・テラノ, Hepburn: Nissan Terano) outside North America. Beginning in 2004, the R51 series was marketed internationally as the Pathfinder.
In 2012, the R52 series Pathfinder was released as a three-row crossover SUV based on the unibody Nissan D platform, moving away from the body-on-frame chassis format. The role of a mid-size body-on-frame SUV in Nissan's global lineup was passed to the Terra/X-Terra, which was released in 2018 and based on the D23 series Navara.
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Common 2001 Nissan Pathfinder problems
The Nissan Pathfinder 2001 has been reported to have several common problems by its owners. One of the most frequently mentioned issues is related to the transmission. In some cases, the transmission has failed within the warranty period, causing frustration for owners who were left with repair costs.
Another common problem with the Nissan Pathfinder 2001 is related to sensors, coil packs, and the CD player. Several owners have reported replacing sensors, coil packs, and the CD player due to various issues. These parts seem to be prone to failure, causing inconvenience for owners who need to replace them.
The Pathfinder's fuel efficiency is also a concern for some owners. While the vehicle is known for its towing capabilities and solid build, it is not the most fuel-efficient SUV on the market. Owners have reported getting around 300 miles per tank in the city and 350 miles per tank on the highway, averaging about 330 miles combined per tank.
Some owners have reported issues with the body rusting out, particularly in areas where the vehicle has been exposed to salt. This can lead to significant repair costs and can affect the vehicle's overall longevity.
Finally, some owners have reported issues with the upper and lower trailing arms, which can cause a "shake of death" when they go bad. This can be a significant safety concern and can affect the vehicle's handling and performance.
In summary, the Nissan Pathfinder 2001 has several common problems that owners have reported. These include issues with the transmission, sensors, coil packs, and the CD player, as well as concerns about fuel efficiency, body rust, and the trailing arms. While the Pathfinder is known for its towing capabilities and solid build, these issues can cause inconvenience and significant repair costs for owners.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan Pathfinder?
Most Common Nissan Pathfinder Problems
- Nissan Pathfinder Transmission Problems. According to CarComplaints, one of the most common Pathfinder issues is transmission failure. ...
- Coolant Leaking into Transmission. ...
- Worn Timing Chain. ...
- A/C and Heating Problems. ...
- Faulty Fuel Level Sensor.
What year was bad for the Nissan Pathfinder?
Avoid: 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
CarComplaints says the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is the worst model year for this three-row SUV. With a whopping 400+ written complaints, the Pathfinder struggled with the coolant leaking into the transmission, eventually leading to transmission failure.
Is a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder good on gas?
Based on data from 89 vehicles, 6,273 fuel-ups and 1,445,505 miles of driving, the 2001 Nissan Pathfinder gets a combined Avg MPG of 15.67 with a 0.08 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 181 outliers (2.80%) removed.
Are Nissan Pathfinder engines reliable?
Quality and Reliability 78.0/100
The 2024 Nissan Pathfinder has a predicted reliability score of 78 out of 100.
2001 Nissan Pathfinder car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Pathfinder problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Equipment problems
- Steering problems
- Structure problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2001 Nissan Pathfinder
The NHTSA has received 239 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2001 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-10
- VIN: JN8DR09XX1W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the door open warning light was illuminated. In addition, the vehicle dome light remained on. The contact stated when opening the rear door hatch there was an abnormal noise present. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 01V282000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where she was informed that the remedy parts were no longer available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-18
- VIN: JN8DR09Y21W
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact was attempting to use her brakes to slow for traffic and was unable to stop. The contact had to depress the brake pedal to the floorboard to get the vehicle to stop. The contact stated that prior to the failure her ABS warning had been illuminated for a long period of time prior to the failure. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that due to a significant amount of rust, the front suspension and struts and brake pads, and rotors had to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V244000 (Steering and Suspension). The work had been previously completed by a dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-09
- VIN: Jn8dr09y51w
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Rear mount of front passenger control arm cracked where mounts to frame. Very little metal left where bolts hold bracket to body.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-11
- VIN: JN8DR09Y01W
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: FAMILY CAR;2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER, WE GOT IN THE TRUCK AND DROVE ABOUT 250 FEET TO THE STOP SIGN. I STOP. AS I STARTED MOVING AND SUDDENLY I HEAR A POP LOUD SOUND FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND MY STEERING GOT HARD AND DIFFICULT TO STEER AND A GRINDING SOUND AS YOU TURN THE STEERING. DROVE BACK TO THE HOUSE SLOW AND PARK. OPEN THE HOOD AND I SEE THE STRUT TOWER UNDER NEATH THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, THEN I LOOK BETWEEN LEFT SIDE (DRIVERS) TIRE THE STRUT TOWER JUST RIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WELD. MY FAMILY IN THE CAR WHEN THIS OCCUR. WHAT IF THIS OCCUR WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY AT HIGHER SPEEDS. MY TRUCK ONLY HAS 106523 MILES AND WAS SCHEDULED FOR A PA INSPECTION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-13
- VIN: JN8DR09Y21W
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: IN APRIL 2019, I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 55 MPH TOWING A SMALL TRAILER IN THE RIGHT MOST LANE OF A 3 LANE HIGHWAY. AS I APPROACHED A HILL, THE PATHFINDER SUDDENLY SMELLED LIKED SOMETHING WAS ON FIRE AND THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING. I MANAGED TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY AND COAST TO A STOP ON THE SHOULDER. THE BURNING SMELL LASTED ABOUT 5 MINUTES, BUT I COULD NOT TELL WHERE THE SOURCE WAS AT THE TIME. I RAN SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS, INCLUDING ECU CODES, BUT DID NOT FIND ANYTHING INDICATIVE OF A PROBLEM OF THIS NATURE. IN JANUARY 2020, I ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE AFTER REPLACING SEVERAL WORN OUT DRIVETRAIN COMPONENTS (CLUTCH, ENGINE, RADIATOR, ENGINE GASKETS) AND FOUND THAT IT WOULD NOT START. I FOUND A BURNED OUT FUSE TO THE ECCS2, 10 AMP CIRCUIT. I REPLACED THE FUSE AND IMMEDIATELY NOTICED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ON OR RUNNING AT THE TIME. AGAIN THE SMOKE LASTED SEVERAL MINUTES. THIS TIME I WAS ABLE TO SEE SMOKE COMING FROM THE COMPUTER CASING OF THE VEHICLE'S ECU. I DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY IMMEDIATELY AND REMOVED THE ECU FROM THE VEHICLE. I DISCOVERED A BURNED CHIP INSIDE. AFTER SEVERAL HOURS OF RESEARCH, I WAS ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE AND LEARN THAT THIS HAPPENS TO MANY OTHER MODELS OF NISSAN VEHICLES OF SIMILAR YEAR MODEL. THE CAUSE IS ALWAYS THE SAME - THE IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE SEALS FAIL, THEN WATER GETS INSIDE THE ELECTRIC IACV MOTOR AND WHEN THE ECU TRIES TO COMPENSATE FOR THE IACV FAILURE, IT OVERLOADS THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT AND SHORTS OUT THIS PARTICULAR CHIP. SOME PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED SPENDING SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS TO HAVE NISSAN REPLACE PARTS AND REPAIR THEIR ECU AS THESE VEHICLES ARE NOW OUT OF WARRANTY.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-28
- VIN: JN8DR07Y11W
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WALSER NISSAN WAYZATA (612-426-6995, LOCATED AT 15906 WAYZATA BLVD, WAYZATA, MN 55391) VIA THE AFTER HOUR SERVICE. THE CONTACT LEFT A MESSAGE FOR THE TECHNICIAN TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND PROVIDE A REPORT. THE CONTACT WENT ON A VACATION. OVERNIGHT, THE GENERAL MANAGER OF THE DEALER CALLED THE CONTACT AND INFORMED HIM TO MOVE THE VEHICLE FROM THE PREMISES BEFORE 8AM THE FOLLOWING DAY. THE CONTACT EXPLAINED THAT HE WAS OUT OF TOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND LOT BY THE DEALER. FOUR YEARS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V244000 (STEERING, SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 187,000. The contact is requesting a call back from a NHTSA Supervisor or Administrator.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-30
- VIN: JN8DR07Y11W
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V244000 (STRUCTURE) AND REPAIRED IN 2015. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT A VERY LOW SPEED, SHE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A U-TURN AND THE STEERING COLUMN FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE FORWARD AND RAN INTO A CURB. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO REVERSE THE VEHICLE AND ALIGN THE VEHICLE AGAINST THE CURB, ALTHOUGH THE STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT AT THE SCENE. KLINE NISSAN (3090 HWY 61 N, MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109, (877) 284-5230) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE RECALL REPAIR WAS ALREADY PERFORMED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE RECURRING FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT BACK TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-30
- VIN: JN8DR07Y11W
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT WAS FRACTURED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE STEERING COLUMN. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER STEERING ABILITY. THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A CURB AND WAS ABLE TO BE STOPPED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT TOOK PICTURES OF THE FAILURE AND SENT THEM TO KLINE NISSAN (LOCATED AT 3090 HWY 31 N, MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109, (877) 284-5230). THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V244000 (STEERING, SUSPENSION) YEARS AGO. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155,000.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-15
- VIN: JN8DR09Y41W
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT TOWER HAS RUSTED TO THE POINT WERE THE TRUCK WILL PASS VA STATE SAFETY INSPECTION. THERE WAS A RECALL PERFORMED BY SEVERAL YEARS AGO BY NISSAN FOR THE RUST ISSUE ON BOTH INNER WHEEL WELLS AND STRUT TOWER AREA.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-25
- VIN: JN8DR09Y01W
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE SUB-FRAME/CRADLE 54400-0W00 ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS ROTTED OUT TO THE POINT THAT IT WILL NOT PASS A PA STATE INSPECTION. THIS WAS FOUND BY MY MECHANIC WHILE HE WAS REPLACING THE FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKES. MY MECHANIC HAS ORDERED A NEW SUB FRAME + BOLTS TO REPLACE THE ROTTED OUT SUB-FRAME. I WONDER HOW MANY OTHER SUB-FRAMES ARE ROTTED OUT ON PATHFINDERS FROM 1996 TO 2004 WHICH IS WHEN NISSAN USED THIS PARTICULAR PART. MY CONCERN IS IF THIS PART FAILS COMPLETELY WHAT WILL HAPPEN??? I HAVE RESTRICTED DRIVING MY PATHFINDER UNTIL THE NEW PART IS INSTALLED. I THINK SOMEONE SHOULD LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM, BECAUSE WHEN IT FAILS AND IT WILL SOMEONE WILL GET HURT OR EVEN KILLED? THE CONTROL ARMS MOUNTED TO THIS PART WHICH CONTROLS STEERING. THIS PART PLUS LABOR WILL COST ME ABOUT $1500.00.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-03
- VIN: JN8DR07Y91W
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELS
- Summary: THERE IS AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF RUST ON THE VEHICLE INCLUDING THE WHEEL WELL, DOOR JAMS, FLOOR BOARD, AND FRAME. I WAS ALMOST UNABLE TO RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT WINDSHIELD BECAUSE THE FRAME IS RUSTING OUT. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN THE NORTH THEN MOVED SOUTH AND THE PROBLEM HAS GROWN WORSE. THE COMPARTMENT THAT IS HOLDING THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE IS RUSTING OUT AS WELL. THIS COULD POTENTIALLY BECOME A SAFETY PROBLEM IF THE SPARE TIRE SEPARATES FROM ITS SUPPORTS WHILE OPERATING ON A ROADWAY. RUST HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE WITH NO SPECIFIC START DATE NOR END DATE.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-19
- VIN: JN8DR09Y51W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: DRIVER SIDE FRONT STRUT TOWER MADE A LOUD "POP" SOUND WHEN DRIVING. BOTTOM PORTION OF STRUT TOP CRACKED THROUGH. STRUT TOWER BEARING NOW MOANING WHEN TURNING, OUT OF GIMBLE.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-26
- VIN: JN8DR07Y41W
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, WAITING TO MAKE RIGHT HAND TURN; ATTEMPTING TO TURN RESULTED IN THE STEERING WHEEL SPINNING FREELY; VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED; INITIAL INSPECTION REVEALED STEERING COLUMN SHAFT SNAPPED IN HALF; UPON FURTHER INSPECTION THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT STRUT TOWER HAD RIPPED AWAY FROM THE BODY OF THE TRUCK; **THIS VEHICLE HAD RECALLS ISSUED IN THE PAST, IT WAS TAKEN TO LECKNER NISSAN IN STAFFORD, VA BUT THEY OBVIOUSLY DID NOT MITIGATE THE PROBLEM - THEY SIMPLY CLEARED THE RECALL FROM THE COMPUTER**
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-01
- VIN: JN8DR09Y51W
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL LEAK DUE TO CORRODED FUEL FILLER NECK. NISSAN ISSUED A RECALL DUE TO THIS ISSUE DUE TO ROAD SALT CAUSING CORROSION. NTB07-078 LISTS THE RANGE OF 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDERS AS JN8(*)R0(***)1W 500001 ' 617275. MY VIN #[XXX] AND THUS SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. WHEN I CONTACTED NISSAN THEY INDICATE IT IS NOT. NOT SURE HOW TO PROCEED. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-11
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE 01 THRU 04 PATHFINDER HAS SOME KIND OF REAR SUSPENSION FLAW. THE ONLINE FORUMS CALL IT A DEATH SWAY AND I AGREE. IT IS BEYOND ME WHY THIS HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED AS OF YET. IF YOU HAVE SOMETIME I WOULD LOVE TO TAKE YOU ON A RIDE BECAUSE I KNOW THAT SOMETHING WOULD GET DONE AFTER RIDING WITH THIS PROBLEM. THANKS
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-21
- VIN: JN8DR09Y41W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: "FRONT STRUT TOWER CORROSION AND RUST" - WHILE PARKED, I CHECKED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL WELL AREA AND NOTICED CORROSION AND RUST. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, THERE IS A LARGE CRACK IN THE STRUT TOWER ITSELF. THIS CRACK BEGINS IN THE AREA THAT NISSAN ALLEGEDLY "FIXED" AND "REPAIRED" UNDER THEIR RECALL A FEW YEARS BACK. OBVIOUSLY, THIS WAS NOT A PERMANENT FIX AND HAS NOW PRESENTED A SAFETY HAZARD AND POTENTIALLY FINANCIAL BURDEN ON MY FAMILY AND ME. THIS VEHICLE IS A PRIMARY MEANS OF TRANSPORTING MY FAMILY, INCLUDING MY 2 YEAR OLD CHILD.
STEERING,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-12
- VIN: JN8DR07Y41W
- Components: STEERING,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 1. FEET HOLDER IS BROKEN . 2. STEERING IS LOSE THAT'S WHY SOMETIMES CAR DOESN'T START UNTIL YOU TRY TO MOVE THE GEAR OF STEERING . 3. PRESSING GAS PADDLE MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE AND VERY SLOW PICK UP .
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-12
- VIN: JN8DR07Y41W
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: PRESSING GAS MAKING TOO MUCH NOICE
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-20
- VIN: JN8DR07YX1W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BASE RUSTED AND VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE I WAS DRIVING MAKING A LEFT TURN AND THE FENDER POPPED LOOSE THE STEERING COLUMN CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL AND COULDN'T TURN ANYMORE, LUCKILY IT WAS JUST A TURN DOWN THE STREET OF MY HOUSE. PLEASE HELP
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-05
- VIN: JN8DR09X51W
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE WAS SOLD TO ME BY AN INDIVIDUAL AND IT HAS SO MANY PROBLEMS IT'S UNBELIEVABLE. HAVEN'T BEEN ABLE TO GET IT TO PASS EMISSIONS. HAD THE DEATH WOBBLE WHEN I FIRST GOT IT. I'M EXTREMELY UPSET ABOUT THIS LEMON I WAS. SOLD. I'M A BREAST CANCER PATIENT AND LIMITED ON INCOME AND I WAS REALLY SCREWED OVER. LOST OVER 3000 DOLLARS OVER THIS VEHICLE
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-03
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE DRIVER NOTICED A CREAKING SOUND ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE STRUT ASSEMBLY FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V244000 (STEERING, SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-22
- VIN: JN8DR09YX1W
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I OWN A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER LE 4X4 BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT FRAME WHERE THE STRUT TOWER ARE LOCATED ARE SEVERELY ROTTING WHICH CAUSED THE ENTIRE ALL MY BRAKE LINES TO ROT AWAY I WAS DRIVING TO UPSTATE COLLEGE TO GET MY SON AND I WAS ALSO WITH MY DAUGHTER I COULD HAVE DIED I CHECKED ONLINE AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT PARTICULAR PROBLEM I CALLED NISSAN AND WAS TOLD THERE IS NO SUCH RECALL I AM SO UPSET AND WORRIED THE MECHANIC CAN'T EVEN LIFT THE TRUCK ALL THE WAY DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE BRAKE TOWER BUCKLES EVEN THE MECHANIC SAID THERE IS A RECALL PLEASE HELP ME. *TR ..UPDATED 03/08/17 *BF
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-01
- VIN: JN8DR07X11W
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PLASTIC HEAD LAMP COVER HAD BECOME FOGGED, WHICH CAUSED THE HEADLIGHTS TO ILLUMINATE VERY DIMLY. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 175,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DAMAGE TO THE PLASTIC ASSEMBLY WAS CAUSED BY HEAR OF THE HEAD LAMP AND THE INABILITY OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL TO WITHSTAND INTENSE HEAT. UPDATED 12/14/16.*JB UPDATED 01/26/17*LJ UPDATED 7/2/18*JB *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-26
- VIN: JN8DR07Y91W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE NOTICED A VERY STROM GAS SMELL IN AND OUTSIDE OF MY WEHICLE LATELY. I TOOK IT TO THE GARAGE AND IT NEEDS A NEW GAS TANK AS THE ORIGINAL HAS RUSTED AND LEAKING. I SEE WHERE THIS MODEL HAS A RECALL IN THE STATES WITH HIGH ROAD SALT USEAGE - THIS UNIT CAME FROM ONTARIO WITH HIGH ROAD SALT USEAGE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JN8DR07Y11W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL PUMP IS LEAKING. EXHAUSTED PIPE LEAK AND THE MUFFLER DAMAGED.
2001 Nissan Pathfinder recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 2001 Nissan Pathfinder.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STEERING:COLUMN
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IN WHICH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED, A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAY ENTER AN ASSEMBLY LOCATION HOLE IN THE UPPER STRUT HOUSING, CAUSING WATER TO COLLECT AT THE MATING SURFACE OF THE STRUT HOUSING PANEL AND THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. OVER TIME, THIS SNOW/WATER AND SALT INTRUSION MAY RESULT IN CORROSION OF THE STRUT TOWER HOUSING IN SOME SUBJECT VEHICLES.
- Consequence: THE STRUT HOUSING MAY CRACK AND PULL AWAY FROM THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. THIS MAY LEAD TO GRINDING NOISES, INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, AND POSSIBLY THE STEERING COLUMN TO BREAK, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DURING THE COATING PROCESS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY, AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF COATING MAY HAVE BEEN APPLIED AT THE LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING IN THE COATING WHICH CAN ALLOW WATER TO ENTER AND MAKE CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL OF THE TUBE.
- Consequence: THIS MAY RESULT IN SURFACE RUST BUT NOT PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. HOWEVER, IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, IF A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL, CORROSION MAY OCCUR TO A DEGREE WHICH RESULTS IN PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. IN THIS CASE FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHEN FILLING THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BRACKETS USED TO ATTACH THE TWO GAS STRUTS TO THE REAR DOOR (HATCH) MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MADE. AT HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, THE INCREASE IN GAS PRESSURE IN THE STRUT(S) COULD CAUSE ONE OR BOTH BRACKETS TO BEND, RESULTING IN THE STRUTS DETACHING FROM THE BRACKET(S) WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE REAR DOOR.
- Consequence: IF BOTH STRUTS DETACH FROM THE BRACKETS, THE DOOR WILL RAPIDLY FALL DOWN, POSSIBLY STRIKING SOMEONE AND CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STRUT BRACKETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 24, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2001 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
Positive 2001 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
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If you're considering a Pathfinder, make sure it's a post-2001 model to get the awesome engine. I was used to the performance of my Maxima and had my doubts about the Pathfinder until I drove a 2001 model - WOW! While I would prefer a nicer interior and better placement of the Bose sound speakers, the performance and handling are too good to complain about. I battled between this and the 4Runner for a long time, but I made the right decision - this car is flat out sweet!
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When you buy a Pathfinder, you'll feel on top of the world. It feels like a luxury car, but still gives you the height and capacity of an SUV. You won't need it for any heavy-duty work, but you'll be so glad to have it when moving furniture, kids, and friends around. Your friends will be impressed when they get in and say, 'Wow, this is really nice!' Not to mention, the leather seats are beautiful. The only things to keep in mind are that the turn radius is pretty big, making u-turns a bit tough, and the rear door is really heavy. But overall, it's perfect for you!
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I purchased this SUV brand new just before the 2002 model came out. The engine is much better than in previous years. I did experience the same CD problems mentioned in other reviews, but after a month of arguing with the dealership, they were able to get Nissan to warranty it. That was about 50K miles ago and I haven't had any problems since. Other than replacing the tires and front brakes once, I haven't had to do anything to this vehicle. Even after being rear-ended at nearly 40 mph two weeks ago, I only experienced minor back pain and no other injuries. Unfortunately, the bumper pushed the frame and I believe it is now totaled, but I understand that it is designed to prevent injuries. Overall, I think this is a great car!
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My Nissan Frontier has been a reliable and high-performing vehicle, with a solid track record of success. Despite some minor issues with injector failure, which were quickly resolved by a dealership mechanic, it has consistently delivered excellent results. With over 180k miles on the clock, it still looks and drives like a much newer vehicle, a testament to its quality and durability. While some may criticize Nissan for skimping on interior materials in the past, I believe that the 01 model represents a significant improvement in this area. Overall, I have no complaints about my Frontier, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in need of a dependable and capable vehicle.
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I love my Pathfinder, even though it only gets around 14MPG. Living in an area with heavy snowfall from November to February (sometimes even into April), the Pathfinder's hardcore 4WD and weight make driving in six or more inches of snow less difficult and even enjoyable on roads I know well. The interior is spacious and can hold a lot of stuff. The engine runs smoothly and sounds great, providing just enough power for a vehicle of this size. I'm grateful that I didn't opt for the 1999 model with the 3.3 litre engine. However, I have had some issues with the stock stereo and the exhaust falling apart at 79,000 miles (although considering the snow and salt where I live, this is understandable).
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Zane Gorczany 2024-11-15
I am extremely disappointed with my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE. Despite following the service manual, the vehicle has failed inspection two out of the three years I have owned it. The exhaust system, a coil, and all four O2 sensors have been replaced, yet the check engine light persists. The gas mileage is poor, and even driving at 55 mph to save fuel, it still costs $70 a week to fill up. Additionally, the windows have trouble rolling up in cold temperatures. Overall, my experience with this Nissan has been unsatisfactory and I will not be purchasing from them again.
Unique Raynor 2024-11-02
The Pathfinder is a great vehicle, although it does have some issues with the oxygen sensors and the instrument cluster. Nissan claims that the instrument cluster is not a defect, but it has not worked properly since the first day.
Hiram Dach 2024-10-25
Overall, this truck is very solid and reliable. Although I would have appreciated a suspension that could withstand more rear weight and higher ground clearance, the power is great for this mid-size truck. However, it is important to note that you also pay for it at the gas pumps. The 4WD system is great, and I have taken it off-roading a few times with no problems. It has been in service to replace the front power window motor, and there were a few issues with sunroof wind noise and misalignment.
Camren Bogisich 2024-10-11
Although i like the way they build the car exterior and interior wise, i do not like the way they have so much problems. When i bought the car in 2001 to a total of 42,433 grand, i though i will get a quality vehicle, i was wrong. I bought the state of the line entertainment system, lo jack and a push bar, all have failed me. My BOSE 6 CD changer doesn't work, keeps on getting the error "err2" which means disk stuck, push bar is poor quality and the lo jack doesn't work. I though i would get a good car but this car breaking down every time. replaced the windshield washer motors 8 times and still doesn't work and the step bar is corroded and the transmission is going only at 52343. Do not buy
Forest Waters 2024-10-04
I purchased the vehicle with 87,000 miles and took all the necessary precautions, including a weekend test drive, private mechanic inspection, and carfax report. Although the car was a 1-owner trade and in exceptional condition, I unfortunately experienced some issues. Over the course of a year, I had to replace the catalytic converters, O2 sensors, mass air flow, tie rod ends, and wheel bearings. Additionally, the CD changer doesn't work, there were bad o-ring oil seals, and the windows move slowly. In hot weather, the car overheats due to an air pocket in the cooling system that even the dealer couldn't clear out. The transmission also slips in cold weather. I had to replace the exhaust resonator, which was the third one for this car. Lastly, the fan amplifier control module burned out and the left side sits a bit low, which leads me to suspect a bad strut.