2009 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Nissan Pathfinder 2009, several common problems have been reported:
- Navigation System Problems: Some 2009 Pathfinder owners have reported issues with the navigation display freezing, the backup camera getting stuck, and malfunctioning reverse assist display.
- Transmission Issues: Pathfinders from 2005-2010, including the 2009 model, may experience transmission failure due to cracks in the oil cooler tube, causing coolant to leak into the transmission system.
- Climate System Failure: Many 2009 Pathfinder owners have faced A/C and heating system issues, with reports indicating that the climate system may stop working, especially during extreme temperatures.
- CVT Issues: The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in the 2009 Pathfinder has been reported to be slow to respond, prone to overheating, and may shutter while accelerating. This can pose safety risks, especially during highway merging.
- Timing Chain Issues: Problems with the timing chain components have been reported, leading to rattling, acceleration issues, and potential engine failure. These issues affect the guides, shoes, and chain tensioners.
These problems highlight some of the common issues faced by owners of the Nissan Pathfinder 2009 model, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any signs of these issues to ensure the longevity and performance of the vehicle.
Is the 2009 Pathfinder a good car?
Is The 2009 Nissan Pathfinder A Good Car? Yes! We love it! Third row seating, 4x4 capabilities, screen display, leather seats and great handling.
What is most common problem on Nissan Pathfinder?
According to CarComplaints, one of the most common Pathfinder issues is transmission failure. This issue is said to be caused by coolant leaking into the transmission – which is also a huge issue.
What years did Nissan Pathfinder have transmission problems?
Transmission issues - Common in the 2005-2010 model years, Pathfinders with automatic transmissions may fail at around 90,000 miles. Apparently, the oil cooler tube is prone to cracks, causing the coolant to leak into the transmission system.
How many miles does a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder last?
The estimated lifespan of a Nissan Pathfinder is 232,000mi, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Fuel type is a major factor when looking into a vehicles lifespan/life expectancy.
2009 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:
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
The NHTSA has received 37 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-07
- VIN: 5N1AR18U79C
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AT LOW TO MODERATE SPEEDS OR IN PARK. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR WAS REPLACED WHICH WAS THE DIAGNOSED ISSUE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-15
- VIN: 5N1AR18B69C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY DASHBOARD HAS A LOGO OF A RED FLASHING PASSENGER WITH A AIRBAG RED BALL. IT FLASHES NON STOP WHEN EVER I TURN ON THE IGNITION. HOWEVER WHEN I CHECKED FOR AIR BAG RECALL IT'S NOT COMING UP ON THE LIST. ANY SUGGESTIONS?
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-19
- VIN: 5N1AR18B79C
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE JUST STOP. HAD TOW TO THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED WITH COOLENT IN THAT DAMAGED THE TRANSMISSION
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-24
- VIN: 5N1AR18B29C
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY TRANSMISSION FAILED. THERE WAS NO WARNING. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60MPH, AND HAD TO MERGE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I HAD TO GET IT TOWED, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THE RADIATOR FAILED, CAUSING RADIATOR FLUID TO GET INTO THE TRANSMISSION. THIS RUINED THE TRANSMISSION. COST IS ABOUT $4,000 TO REPLACE, AND THIRD PARTY WARRANTY IS REFUSING TO COVER ANY OF IT.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-20
- VIN: 5N1AR18B69C
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS TRUCK IS VERY WELL CARED FOR,,ALL OF A SUDDEN ITS STALLING AT ANY TIME,,SOME HARD STARTS,,RUNS PERFECT ,THAN STALLS,WHILE DRIVING,NO STEERING,VERY SCARRY,I THOUGHT IT WAS BAD GAS I FILLED 2 MORE TIME FROM GOOD GAS STATION 89 AND 91 OCTAN,
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-15
- VIN: 5N1AR18U59C
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: MY 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER (AFTER THE WARRANTY RAN OUT), STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND OVERHEATING. LO AND BEHOLD WE HAVE AN ISSUE WHERE THE RADIATOR AND TRANSMISSION FLUID IS MIXING. THIS APPEARS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM OTHERS HAVE REPORTED AS A FAILED TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER INTEGRATED IN THE RADIATOR THAT ALLOWED ENGINE COOLANT TO MIX WITH AND CONTAMINATE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURES OTHER THAN A SUDDEN JOLT OF THE VEHICLE LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. THIS ALWAYS HAPPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING AT SLOW AND HIGH SPEEDS.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 5N1AR18U99C
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS AT STAND STILL AT A PARKING LOT, WHEN ENTERING THE VEHICLE, IT BEGAN TO MOVE FORWARD WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN PARK. THE CONTACT STATED SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED SHE INJURED HER LEG WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DID NOT SEEK ANY MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC HOWEVER, HE ADVISED THE CONTACT HE COULD NOT DO ANYTHING WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CALLED LOCAL DEALER BAYOU NISSAN (13050 I-10 SERVICE RD, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70128, (504) 245-5900) AND SCHEDULED A DIAGNOSTIC APPOINTMENT. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 11,300. *DT*DT VEHICLE REPAIRED*JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-01
- VIN: 5N1AR18B59C
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING UPHILL ON LONG MOUNTAIN ROADS AND SHIFTING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOWN TO 2, 3 OR 4, THE CAR WON'T STAY IN GEAR. AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING IT WILL SHIFT BY ITSELF INTO 5 WITHOUT ALLOWING YOU TO SHIFT DOWN AGAIN. YOU CAN ONLY GO INTO D OR STOP AND SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE. THE TRANSMISSION SHOP ALREADY REPLACED THE SHIFTING ASSEMBLY, INSPECTED THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION & WIRES FROM THE COMPUTER. NO PROBLEM COULD BE IDENTIFIED BUT THE ISSUE REMAINS. THE CAR WILL STAY IN LOWER GEARS WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL. IT'S A MYSTERY AND VERY EXPENSIVE TO DIAGNOSE FURTHER. DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEAS? THE LOCAL NISSAN DEALER IS UNABLE TO HELP. THEY WORKED ON THE COMPUTER AND MAIN CIRCUIT BOARDS ABOUT 5 YRS AGO ' COULD THE HAVE POSSIBLY CAUSED THIS PROBLEM? ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-12
- VIN: 5N1AR18B59C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS FLASHING. WE LINE IN NM SO WE'RE NOT PART OF THE RECALL BUT WE DRIVE FREQUENTLY ON SNOWY SALTY MOUNTAIN ROADS SO WE MIGHT BE AFFECTED BY THE SAME ISSUE.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-18
- VIN: 5N1AR18B29C
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I TURN ON THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL BECAUSE IT WAS COLD AND IT STARTED BURNING AND SMOKING, LEAVING A BURN MARK IN THE STEERING. I WAS DRIVING IN BRENTWOOD NEW YORK ME AND FAMILY VISITING FAMILY.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: 5N1AR18B39C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: RED AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AND FLASHING.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-18
- VIN: 5N1AR18B89C
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL- MY TRANSMISSION FLUID IS MIXING AND GOING INTO MY COOLANT SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING AND MY GAGES IN THE CAR WAS NOT INDICATING TO ME THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM. ALL I NOTICED WAS A THICK CHALKY FILM IN THE RADIATOR.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-31
- VIN: 5N1AR18U19C
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED RADIATOR FAILURE. ANTI-FREEZE HAS TO BE ADDED TO THE VEHICLE ALMOST DAILY AND THE WATER TEMPERATURE WOULD RISE ABOVE NORMAL LEVELS. *JS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 5N1AR18B59C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE RECALL FOR AIR BAG IMPACT SENSOR FORM A WHILE BACK FOR NISSAN VEHICALES IN THE NORTHERN STATES IS NOW AFFECTING MY PATHFINDER (THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON). MY PATHFINDER WAS ORIGINAL PURCHASED DOWN SOUTH BEFORE I PURCHASED IT IN ERIE PA. IS THERE ANY WAY I CAN GET THE RECALLED EXTEND TO MY CAR AND OTHERS LIKE IT
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-02
- VIN: 5N1AR18B99C
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER SYSTEM IS MAKING NOISE. NISSAN IS AWARE OF THIS REOCCURRING ISSUE AND HAS SENT OUT AN TSB TO DEALERS THAT DOES NOT FIX THE ISSUE. THERE REALLY SHOULD BE A RECALL SINCE THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT THE PROBLEM SINCE 2004 OR EARLIER. I AM LUCKY THIS DID NOT FAIL ON MY RECENT LONG TRIPS ON THE HIGHWAY. IT COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-08
- VIN: 5N1AR18BX9C
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: IGNITION KEY WON'T TURN TO START VEHICLE. STEERING COLUMN LOCKED. CAN'T START VEHICLE TO GO ANYWHERE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-01
- VIN: 5N1AR18BX9C
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL. 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER SUSPENSION FRONT: CONTROL ARM: LOWER ARM NHTSA CAMPAIGN #10E019000 DATE ANNOUNCED: MAY 20, 2010 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER AIR BAGS:FRONTAL NHTSA CAMPAIGN #08V690000 DATE ANNOUNCED DECEMBER 29, 2008 DOOR AJAR LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. CAR LOCKS AND UNLOCKS ON ITS OWN. ALL FOUR WINDOWS ROLL DOWN ON THEIR OWN WHEN THE CAR IS OFF WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION. RADIATOR LEAKS.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-20
- VIN: 5N1AR18B59C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-07
- VIN: 5N1AR18B59C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT FLASHES.
VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-01
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN3AC
- Components: VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED IN ORDER TO RESUME TO NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE CHAMBER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO PERFORMED UNKNOWN REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000. UPDATED 05/06/16*LJ ACCORDING TO THE INVOICE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WAS INOPERATIVE. UPDATED 05/11/16.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-02
- VIN: 5N1AR18B79C
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE PERIODICALLY WILL ROLL BOTH WINDOWS DOWN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OFF, THE KEYS REMOVED AND YOU ARE NOT NEAR THE CAR. TRIED EVEN REMOVING THE BATTERIES FROM THE REMOTES. ONLY DOES IT ONCE EVERY FEW MONTHS. SECOND PROBLEM IS THAT IT PERIODICALLY RUNS THE BATTERY DOWN, WITH NOTHING ON. VERIFIED NOTHING ON. GONE THRU SEVERAL NEW BATTERIES NOW. ENDED UP INSTALLING A COSTCO INTELLICHARGER, THAT CHARGES THE BATTERY EVERY NIGHT . JUST NEED TO REMEMBER TO PLUG IT IN EVERY NIGHT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-17
- VIN: 5N1AR18U49C
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS CROSS CONTAMINATION IN THE RADIATOR. AS A RESULT, THE TRANSMISSION AND THE RADIATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE RADIATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 101,000. UPDATED 10/05/16*LJ *CN
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-13
- VIN: 5N1AR18U79C
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS ENTERING A PARKING LOT AND TURNING INTO A PARKING SPOT. AS I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND THE CAR PROCEED TOWARDS A BRICK WALL AND WINDOW. I IMMEDIATELY STARTED PUMPING THE BRAKES AND GOT A "SOFT PEDAL" JUST OFF THE FLOOR AND THE CAR STOPPED JUST BEFORE CRASHING INTO A MAJOR GROCERY STORE WINDOW. BEING EXPERIENCED WITH CARS I IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE MASTER CYLINDER FOR FLUID WHICH WAS FULL. CHECKED ALL THE WHEELS FOR LEAKS AND WERE DRY AS WELL AS THE LINES. I WENT INTO THE STORE AND CALLED FOR SOMEONE TO PICK ME UP. ON RETURNING TO THE CAR ABOUT 30 MINUTES LATER I STARTED THE CAR AND APPLIED THE BRAKES AND FOUND THEM TO BE NORMAL. ON DOING SOME ONLINE RESEARCH HAVE FOUND THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY PEOPLE THAT DRIVE THE SAME PLATFORM VEHICLE NOT JUST THE PATHFINDER. UNITL THIS PROBLEM IS IDENTIFIED AND CORRECTED THERE EASILY COULD BE A MAJOR ACCIDENT INVOLVING INJURYS. I AM NOW DRIVING MY PATHFINDER WITH THE VDC BUTTON IN THE OFF POSITION AND IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT I ALSO REMOVE THE ABS FUSE AS THERE IS SOMEKIND OF CONFLICT BETWEEN THE COMPUTER SYSTEMS SOFTWARE CAUSING THE BRAKE SYSTEM TO SHUTDOWN. SOME PEOPLE HAVE SPENT $1,000 OF DOLLARS HAVING SYSTEMS REBUILT REPLACING MASTER CYLINDERS, PADS AND ROTORS ONLY TO FIND IT HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. REPEATING THIS NOT JUST THE 2009 PATHFINDER PROBLEM BUT INCLUDES ALL NISSAN VEHICLES THAT SHARE THE SAME PLATFORM AND BRAKING SYSTEM.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-08
- VIN: 5N1AR18U59C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY I WAS ABOUT TO START MY VEHICLE WHEN MY DAUGHTER MOVE THE PASSENGER SEAT AND THE AIRBAGS INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON, I HAD JUST HAD THE TENSION BELTS REPLACE BY THE DEALERSHIP, TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM BEFORE HOPING TO AVOID HAVING TO REPLACE THE SEAT PRESSURE PLATE. NOT SURE WHY ALL THIS IS HAPPENING BUT I HOPE THIS WILL HELP FUTURE OWNER TO AVOID THIS PROBLEM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-15
- VIN: 5N1AR18U89C
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 08V690000 (AIR BAGS). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 51,000.
2009 Nissan Pathfinder recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
- Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the drivers airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
- Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
- Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING 242,720 MY 2005-2009 PATHFINDER, FRONTIER AND XTERRA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT CAN ENTER INTO THE FRONT CRASH ZONE SENSOR (CZS) HOUSING. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CZS MAY INTERNALLY RUST RESULTING IN A SIGNAL INTERRUPTION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE RED AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE TO ALERT THE VEHICLE OPERATOR.
- Consequence: THIS ISSUE COULD RESULT IN THE NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAGS IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT CZS WITH A REDESIGNED SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 26, 2009. OWNERS IN THE OTHER STATES WILL RECEIVE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE SENSOR TO 10 YEARS. THESE OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE WARRANTY EXTENSION BY MAIL AND WILL RECEIVE A STICKER TO PLACE IN THEIR WARRANTY BOOKLET EXPLAINING THE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2009 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
Positive 2009 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
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We test drove a Chevy Tahoe, a Toyota 4Runner, a Toyota Highlander, and a Nissan Pathfinder. The Pathfinder was our favorite due to its stylish design, comfortable interior, and spaciousness. Although we did notice some slight wandering at speeds above 60 mph, we did not experience any issues with the transmission, which is a common complaint among other owners.
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I'm so glad to hear that you had such a positive experience with your 05 Off Road! After 56K and several trips to ski in Colorado, it's great to hear that you were able to trade it in for an 08 LE V8 that you're very happy with. The acceleration is great and the handling is good, not to mention the fully loaded audio system and back-up camera. It sounds like the fuel efficiency is even better than your previous V6. On average, you're getting 15m/g in city driving. Overall, it sounds like you made a great choice and I'm happy to hear that you're enjoying your new vehicle!
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your SUV! It sounds like it has been a great choice for you so far, with no problems even after 50k miles. The power and options available are truly impressive, and it's great to hear that you found it to be superior to other SUVs you've driven. With its spacious interior, powerful V8 engine, and versatile capabilities both on and off the road, it's no wonder you're so pleased with your choice!
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Great car with the current discounts offered. Good size, great performance, great optional features. Only complaint is the gas mileage with the giant V8, but I knew what I was getting into. Fortunately I don't drive much. I would certainly buy again.
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Other than gas mileage which we expected with the V8, I'm so glad to hear that you LOVE your Pathfinder! It's great to hear that the outside is quite attractive and it rides like a dream. I understand that you would like the inside to be a bit more luxurious, but it's still very practical.
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Howard Emmerich 2024-11-23
This vehicle is really nice, but unfortunately, the windows make a lot of rattling noise when brought down while driving, which can be quite unpleasant. I personally cannot even open mine. When I brought this issue up with the dealer, they said they had never heard of the problem and couldn't do anything about it. There was also a recent recall for the clock, which was giving the wrong time every now and then. Additionally, the power seats are always being touched every time I enter or exit the vehicle, causing them to be reset every time. It can be quite frustrating.
Reinhold Johns 2024-09-25
As a previous owner of a 1996 Pathfinder for 13 years, I was excited to trade it in for a 2008 model. However, I have been disappointed with the quality of the vehicle. Unfortunately, it started rattling just 5 weeks after purchase. The windows, dash, and inside AC vents make loud noises, and the hatch closes so hard that the glass shakes and the rear inside panel is dangling and rattling due to the rear door. Additionally, the rear camera won't work when it rains, and I have concerns about the steering column. The paint is also quite thin and easily scratched. Despite these issues, Nissan has been unhelpful in addressing my concerns. I believe that Nissan can and should do better in terms of the quality of their vehicles.
Abner Trantow 2024-08-27
Hi there! I recently purchased a vehicle and have been experiencing some issues with hard downshifting and bucking when accelerating around 40 mph. I took it to the dealer and they tried to fix it by adding some transmission fluid, but unfortunately, the issue persisted. I went back a second time and even had the shop manager drive it with me, but they still couldn't find anything wrong. When I asked for written confirmation, they admitted that there was indeed an issue and wanted to keep the vehicle longer to fix it. Interestingly, they also mentioned that they have 6 more pathfinders on the lot with the same problem. I'm still waiting for a resolution as the issue has now spread to downshifting hard at all different speeds. Thank you for your help!
Napoleon Mante 2024-08-07
I should love this car. It's loaded with options and I got a great price on it. However, I have noticed a few issues with it. The engine can be a bit noisy and unrefined, and the transmission occasionally shifts slowly or roughly. Additionally, the interior is starting to show some wear and tear, with the plastics not aging as well as I would have hoped and the leather beginning to sag. I have also noticed a few interior squeaks and rattles, as well as an annoying clicking sound. While the ride can be a bit rough, it is important to keep in mind that this is an SUV. Overall, I am still happy with my purchase, although I do miss my previous 4Runner's smoother ride.
Kian Hill 2024-07-07
At first, I absolutely loved my Pathfinder. The V8 engine was incredibly powerful, the Bose sound system was amazing, and all the luxurious gadgets were fantastic. However, after about two weeks, I started to notice some rattling noises. They seemed to be coming from everywhere - the wheel, the frame, the doors, and even the dashboard. When I took it off-road, it felt like I was driving a covered wagon. The rattling was so noticeable that it became a real issue. I had a 2000 Pathfinder with 100k on it, and it was as solid as a rock - nothing like this. While the Pathfinder is a great car for highway driving and has an outstanding 0-60 speed, I bought an SUV specifically for off-road and mountain sports. Unfortunately, the low clearance with the bumpers and excessive rattling make it less than ideal for those purposes.