2011 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder problems
The Nissan Pathfinder, like any vehicle, has its share of common problems. One of the most frequently reported issues is transmission failure, which is said to be caused by coolant leaking into the transmission.
Another common problem with the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is that it may not select four-wheel-drive when the driver requests it. This issue is often caused by electrical gremlins in the rotary dial on the dashboard and the mechanical components that it controls. The rotary dial is susceptible to electrical faults, and checking the fuses that protect the selection dial and having the rotary dial itself checked for faults can help diagnose the problem.
The 2011 Nissan Pathfinder also has issues with the variable build quality coming out of the plant in Spain, which can cause rattles and squeaks.
The navigation system in the 2017 Pathfinder has also been reported to have issues, such as the navigation controls freezing, the backup camera getting stuck, and the malfunctioning reverse assist display.
Climate system failure is another issue that affects many 2015 Pathfinder owners, where the A/C and heating system simply refuses to work, which can be a massive problem during extreme temperatures.
Finally, Pathfinder owners have reported timing chain issues, where the pieces that hold the timing chain in place were reportedly affecting the guides, shoes, and chain tensioners, causing rattling or acceleration issues, and even engine failure.
In summary, the Nissan Pathfinder has its share of common problems, such as transmission failure, electrical issues with the four-wheel-drive selection, variable build quality, fuel level sensor failure, navigation system issues, transmission leaks, climate system failure, CVT issues, and timing chain problems. However, with proper maintenance, many of these issues can be prevented or addressed before they become major problems.
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.
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.
How many miles can you put on a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder?
Having said that, the Nissan Pathfinder can last up to 150,000 to 200,000 miles before encountering any significant issues. As always, regular maintenance and timely repairs are vital for increasing the lifespan of your Pathfinder.
2011 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
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2011 Nissan Pathfinder vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
The NHTSA has received 43 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2011 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-29
- VIN: 5N1AR1NNXBC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Through a check engine light for camshaft position sensor bank 1 so I replaced both of them well that cleared the check engine light for a min and was running good the after five min of running it started rough idling cutting off and throwing a check engine light for p0340 again I sent it to the Nissan dealer shop they said it didn’t have no check light they tested the sensors and said there good and don’t know what it could be
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-12
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB5BC
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Frame is rotted from rust. Not drivable as drive train connection to wheels in rear end ready to fail at any moment. Rust is so bad it will require towing to be repaired. Repair estimate exceeds blue book value. $4800. 110,000 current mileage. Recall for this problem existed on this make/model for years 2004 to 2009. This vehicle is 2011 with no recall as yet.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-09
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB8BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-09
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB9BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V067000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealers: Nissan of Bradenton (1611 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207: (941) 755-1571) and Gettel Nissan (3530 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239: (941) 343-4855) were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-03
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN1BC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Brake are to the floor, will not come back off the floor. I have everything replace including master cylinder at Nissan. They were unable to figure out what is causing this
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-22
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN4BC
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: The Vehicle will frequently and without warning lose all power while in the roadway. Last evening I was exiting the highway when I lost engine power and power steering. The dashboard lights came on and I had to coast to the nearest driveway. This has happened multiple times before, always without warning. When I have taken it to two nissan dealerships they have told me to continue driving it until it happens again because there is no code appearing. Finally it will happen enough where there will be a code and they can repair it. It always ends up being some sort of sensor. This has been going on for approximately 4-5 years.
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-11
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB9BC
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: When I applied the brakes, a slippage and rubbing noise occurs. Moments later, I could brake. No engine lights are visible on the dashboard. This has occurred several times.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-09
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN8BC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING INSPECTED, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF OIL UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BOLT THAT CONNECTED THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE OIL FILTER FRACTURED WHICH CAUSED THE OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED OR NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V592000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-06
- VIN: 5N1AR1NBXBC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 30MPH WHEN I CAME TO MAKE A STOP MY BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR CAUSING ME TO ALMOST CRASH UNTIL E BRAKE BROUGHT ME TO A STOP. MECHANIC CHECKED AND COULD NOT GET THE TRUCK TO DO IT AGAIN. BRAKES AND ROTORS AND BRAKE FLUID ARE ALL IN TACT .
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-08
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN1BC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT SPEEDS OF 40 MPH MY CAR'S ENGINE HAS STALLED. MY CAR AT TIMES WILL NOT TURN OVER BUT THEN WILL CRANK AND THE VDC SLIP LIGHT COMES ON AND MY ENGINE SPUTTERS. THE BATTERY IS GOOD, THE ALTERNATOR IS GOOD. RECENTLY IT ALMOST STALLED WHILE DRIVING, THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON BUT THEN IT ACCELERATED JUST FINE. NOW IT IS INTERMITTENTLY MAKING A LOUD HUMMING/GRINDING NOISE.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-01
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN3BC
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS FLASHING AND MY HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-28
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB0BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BLAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT 107,716 MILES ON VEHICLE. TAKEN INTO DEALERSHIP AND GIVEN AN ERROR CODE WITH A RECOMMENDATION TO REPLACE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG AND SPIRAL CABLE. WAS GIVEN A QUOTE OF $1300+ TO FIX. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY RISK AND THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY ACCIDENTS WHICH HAVE CAUSED THE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY. THE DEALERSHIP HAD NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THIS WOULD HAPPEN. IT WOULD NOT OCCUR UNDER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR CONDITIONS. IT IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT, YET THERE ARE NO RECALLS. NISSAN NEEDS TO LOOK INTO THIS ISSUE!!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-05
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB9BC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AND ON. TOOK IT TO VARIOUS MECHANICS AND ALL SAY THERE'S NOTHING WRONG. NOTICED THE LIGHT GOES OFF IN CERTAIN WEATHER, BUT NOT ALL THE TIME. SINCE MECHANICS SAY THERE'S NOTHING WRONG, I CAN'T SAY HOW IT AFFECTS THE VEHICLE. THIS HAS BEEN AN ISSUE FOR 2 YEARS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-16
- VIN: 5N1AR1NR9RC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVERS SIDE DOOR DOES NOT UNLOCK. HAVE TO PUT WINDOW DOWN AND UNLOCK FROM THE OUTSIDE
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-01
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN6BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT OFF COMES ON AT TIMES.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-29
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB5BC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SEE UPLOADED DOCUMENT...
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-11
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB6BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (RAMSEY NISSAN, 401 STATE RT 17, UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ 07458) FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WAS LOOSE DUE TO THE MODULES NOT HOLDING THE AIR BAG IN PLACE AS THEY SHOULD. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE SAFETY RISK. THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REPAIR WOULD COST $1,048. DUE TO THE YEAR OF THE VEHICLE AND THE MILEAGE BEING OVER 65,000, THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSIST. THERE WERE NO RECALLS ASSOCIATED WITH THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-14
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN8BC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: PEDAL LOST PRESSURE, WHEN BRAKING ON A LOW-FRICTION SURFACE OR UNEVEN SURFACE, CAUSES THE PEDAL TO LOSE PRESSURE OR GO "TO THE FLOOR,
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-30
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB9BC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE ISSUE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,000.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-01
- VIN: 5N1AR1NN4BC
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY VEHICLE IS TO THE POINT I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. SOMETHING IN STEERING MECHANISM, IDK BUT WHEN DRIVING ANY DIFFERENTIAL IN THE ROAD THE VEHICLE IS ALL OVER THE ROAD.. I AM A SINGLE PERSON WITH GRANDCHILDREN AND THIS IS NOT SAFE. IT IS SO BAD IT WALKS INTO ANOTHER LANE OF TRAFFIC. THIS STARTED A FEW WEEKS AGO AND I TOOK TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND HE COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-16
- VIN: 5N1AR2MM0EC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEACTIVATED WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 11,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-02
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS FLASHING ON AND OFF. THE DEALER SAID IT IS THE AIRBAG SWITCH. I HAD TO PAY $150.00 TO GET IT DIAGNOSED AND THE 2 FRONT AIRBAGS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED AT THE TOTAL OF $2500.00. MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 46,000 MILES, THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE. I SEE THERE ARE A LOT MORE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS HAPPENED WHEN I SWITCH THE CAR ON AND REMAINS ON.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-18
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB6BC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AND MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED; HOWEVER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE TI WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 134,674.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-18
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB6BC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THIS MORNING THE NISSAN DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED A BAD TRANSMISSION WHICH I THOUGHT WAS HIGHLY UNLIKELY. THEY SEEMED AS SHOCKED AS I WAS. THEY QUOTED ME 7K TO FIX IT AND I DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO SOMEONE ELSE TO GET A SECOND OPINION. AT THIS POINT THEY STARTED BEING EXTREMELY RUDE. IT IS NOW AT ANOTHER SHOP UNSURE OF WHAT TO DO. AS I GOT HOME TONIGHT I FOUND THAT OTHER PEOPLE HAD BEEN EXPERIENCING THIS SAME PROBLEM IN THE SAME VEHICLES BY NISSAN. I'M NOT SURE WHY THE NISSAN DEALERSHIP ACTED LIKE IT WAS NEWS TO THEM. BUT NOW I JUST WANT IT FIXED AND HAVE A SAFE VEHICLE FOR MY FAMILY. I'M HOPING IT GETS RECALLED SO THAT I'M ABLE TO GET IT FIXED.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-01
- VIN: 5N1AR1NB9BC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR WAS PURCHASED IN 2015 IN AUGUST. IN DECEMBER, WHEN WE NEED TO USE THE 4WD, IT JERKED THE STEERING WHEEL OUT OF MY HAND. MY MECHANIC INSPECTED THE CAR AND DETERMINED THE DRIVE RATIO IN THE FRONT DRIVE WAS LOWER THEN FROM THE REAR (MEANING THAT THE FRONT WHEELS TURN AT A FASTER RATE THEN THE REAR). CONTACTED NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY ADVISED THAT BEFORE THEY COULD DO ANYTHING, IT WOULD HAVE TO BE INSPECTED BY A NISSAN DEALER, WHICH THEY RECOMMENDED. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AND HAD THEM INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND THEY CONFIRMED THE PROBLEM. NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE DENIED THE REPORT, THOUGH, SAYING IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY (WHICH THEY KNEW BEFORE I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER). I CONTENDED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS BUILT THIS WAY, BUT THEY WOULD NOT EVEN DISCUSS THE ISSUE. WHEN I ASK WHY THEY SENT ME THERE WHEN THE ANSWER WAS "OUT OF WARRANTY" ANYWAY, THEY SAID THE SAME THING - "OUT OF WARRANTY"; IN OTHER WORDS, WOULD NOT EVEN ADDRESS THE ISSUE. I FEEL LIKE I GOT THE SUPREME RUNAROUND AND IT COST ME $312 TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALER. CS WOULD NOT ADDRESS THIS ISSUE EITHER. I THINK SHE SAID "OUT OF WARRANTY" 6 TIMES, BEFORE I HUNG UP. APPARENTLY, THEY HAVE A RECORDING OF THE PHONE CONVERSATION (MON, FEB 15TH, 2016 AT ABOUT 5:30 PM). CARFAX REPORT SAYS THERE WAS A ACCIDENT, SO I ASK THE ORIGINAL DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME OVER THE PHONE THAT IT WAS A FENDER BENDER. THE CARFAX REPORT ALSO INDICATES NO MAINTENANCE/SERVICE ON THE DRIVE TRAIN. I CANNOT PROVE THAT THE CAR WAS BUILT THIS WAY, BUT THEY CANT PROVE THEY DIDNT BUILD IT THIS WAY. I ANY CASE, IM OUT OF $312 AND STILL DO NOT HAVE A CAR I CAN DRIVE IN 4WD. DEALER REPORT IS ATTACHED.
2011 Nissan Pathfinder recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2011 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: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN FRONTIER, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN XTERRA, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN NV VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER TO THE ENGINE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO BELOW SPECIFICATION STRENGTH. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY BREAK AT THE OIL FILTER ATTACHMENT POINT AND CAN CAUSE AN ENGINE OIL LEAK.
- Consequence: IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTOR BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2011 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
Positive 2011 Nissan Pathfinder car reviews
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I love my new Nissan Pathfinder! After test driving six different 4-wheel vehicles, my family and I decided on the Pathfinder. It's my first Nissan, and I'm impressed with how well it handles and the smooth ride it provides for an SUV. The leg room and comfort are fantastic, and the slate gray color is beautiful. I also appreciate the great resale value of Nissan vehicles.
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Pathfinder is a fantastic deal! It's priced thousands less than Honda and Toyota. Honda's profit margins are surprisingly low, and dealers have limited sales options. With Toyota, you can only find values up to $35,000. While the ride may not be as smooth as Honda's, the resale value is about the same everywhere. Ford's products don't hold their value, and my 2008 Explorer EB was only fair at best. I didn't like the high-tech rearview mirror falling off the windshield. On the other hand, Pathfinder is a top-quality Japanese vehicle with great looks and driving performance that surpasses the competition. I'm a proud owner of a 2001 Pathfinder Le 4x4, which is still super, and the top-of-the-line 2010 Maxima. This is my 25th Nissan, and I'm proud of every one of them!
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Congratulations on your new truck-based SUV! It's great to hear that your family is enjoying it, especially your daughter with the DVD system. The spacious first and second row seats sound perfect for a comfortable ride. It's also impressive to hear that you're getting good fuel efficiency at 17mpg (4 wd/mountain) and 18 mpg (2 wd/local+free way). It's reassuring to know that the vibration issue you mentioned has improved after a couple of weeks. Overall, it sounds like you made a great choice for the price. Enjoy your new ride!
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Congratulations on your new Pathfinder! It's great to hear that you had such a positive experience with your previous models. The new interior comfort and technological updates, such as 'keyless', sound like fantastic additions. While the Pathfinder may not have the best mileage, it's impressive that you're still averaging 19 to 20 MPG with 70% freeway driving. It's wonderful that the vehicle has plenty of room for passengers and luggage, making it an excellent choice for outdoor pursuits. It's clear that you've done your research and found that the Pathfinder has excellent amenities compared to the competition. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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Okay, this car is fantastic! It's so much fun to drive, has plenty of power, and is incredibly spacious. However, I do feel that Nissan may have cut corners with the S model in order to push customers towards the SE (+$3000). It's hard to believe that in 2010, there's no AUX jack for the iPod. Despite this, I still love this car and all its great features. I just wish that I didn't feel like the manufacturer was taking advantage of me.
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The vehicle does not have good gas mileage. There is always an issue with the tire pressure. The light is always on and it has been checked out multiple times.
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Bret Auer 2024-09-28
When my family and I were deciding between the Pathfinder and 4Runner, we ultimately chose the latter. It has been a great fit for our needs here in Colorado - comfortable for city and highway driving, perfect for camping trips, and surprisingly capable off-road. The interior design and quality are really nice, and overall we are very happy with our purchase after 3 years of ownership. My wife absolutely loves it! However, I have noticed some questionable built quality when off-roading, as there are annoying squeaks and rattles that make it feel like the truck is going to fall apart. That being said, it is surprisingly smooth and quiet on the road. If you don't plan on going off-road, there may be better options available, but for our family, the 4Runner has been a great choice.
Alvis Kuhlman 2024-09-13
I bought this vehicle in April 2010 to replace my old Chevy Trailblazer, which was becoming unreliable. Comfort and electronics were important to me, as well as a dependable vehicle. However, I found that I had to purchase a more expensive vehicle than I wanted just to get a few important options. Unfortunately, those features did not work as promised. When I drove the vehicle off the lot, I noticed two issues: the Bluetooth connection for the phone did not sound good and the windshield was improperly installed, causing an awful noise in the wind and at high speeds. After much effort and loss of use, the noise is now fixed. However, the Bluetooth issue appears to be a result of poor design and is not fixable. I have owned several vehicles with a built-in cell connection and frequently rent vehicles for work travel, so I have a lot of vehicles to compare this one to. Unfortunately, the Bluetooth in this vehicle is the worst I have ever experienced. It is almost bearable if the vehicle is not in motion, but it is impossible to carry on a normal phone conversation when at speed. If you are looking for only intermittent emergency use of the Bluetooth/cell feature, this might get the job done for you. However, if you are looking to return calls and conduct business while on the move, I suggest you look elsewhere. It is also worth noting that the Bluetooth in this vehicle is only for the phone.To play music from your iPhone, you'll need to use an RCA cable. Additionally, you'll need to charge your phone from one of the 12V power outlets, which means you'll have at least two wires running around your vehicle. However, beyond these issues, the vehicle is average. It gets 18.4 MPG almost no matter what you're doing. It's a great dog transporter, as I leave the 3rd row set down all the time, so there's more space in the back. My pooch loves the rear A/C. The 2nd row of seating looks big to me, and I imagine it's fine for kids, but my workmates tell me there's no legroom when we go to lunch. The vehicle is serviced on time, and there have been no significant mechanical issues beyond those I have already mentioned. You could do worse, but I would not recommend buying from Falkner Nissan in Harrisburg, PA.
Delaney Hoeger 2024-08-23
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my Nissan Pathfinder that I bought less than 2 months ago. While hand-washing my vehicle about 3 weeks into ownership, I noticed some chips on my passenger side doors. I didn't think much of it at first, but when I showed my dad, who is a retired body man and paint expert, we discovered that there were actually several chips all over the vehicle. My dad explained that it was due to something called 'surface tension' and unfortunately, it would only get worse over time. I took my concerns to the dealership where I purchased the vehicle, Waco Nissan, and they promised to get in touch with the local Nissan Rep. to help resolve the issue. After waiting for three weeks and playing phone tag with the associate responsible for my case, I was offered a repaint. However, I did some research and found out that repainting could negatively impact the resale value of my vehicle. I'm still waiting for a better solution from Nissan, but I wanted to share my story with you. Thanks for listening!She would call and leave a message saying I could return her call, but never answered. After a few days, she finally called to say they had rejected my claim. On the same day, they revealed that they had rejected my request for a replacement vehicle. However, when I had taken it in for the first oil change, I talked to the owner of Waco Nissan, the same person who sold me the vehicle, and he said that Nissan had not contacted him for any pictures or sent anyone else to look at the vehicle. Basically, Nissan made their decision based on hearsay and without any evidence. No one cared to look at it and see what was going on with the paint, besides the original rep who came out a month ago. Since then, the chips have become more noticeable and the spots which were once bubbles have become chips. At this point, I don't know what to do. I feel that all Nissan is doing is working to get that signature on the dotted line and doesn't care to take fault for anything that happens in their factory. It's not fair for them to expect me to pay a new price for a car that needs to be repainted right off the lot. It's clear that they don't care. The consultant who delivered the news even went so far as to offer the number for the BBB.
Benny Welch 2024-05-28
undefinedAfter owning the Pathfinder for over 6 months, I have discovered some issues that may affect its usability. While it is great for off-road adventures and solo trips, it may not be the best option for those who want to take friends along. The brake system is not strong enough to safely pull a camper, and the gas mileage is average at best. However, the vehicle is in great mechanical shape and has no leaks. Despite this, there are some electrical issues that need to be addressed, such as the clock and radio not staying programmed and the key fob not being recognized. Additionally, the sun visors sag and cannot be used in the side position. Overall, the interior quality is poor. Despite these issues, I still enjoy driving the Pathfinder and hope it will last a long time. I had to replace the whole brake system and unfortunately, 4 weeks later, the brakes started grinding again. Although they have not locked up yet, I am terrified to go down a hill any time it is wet, just waiting for the brakes to throw me out of control. My son drove my Pathfinder yesterday and commented on how little room there is around the driver. The blind spot is really annoying as I cannot see out of the right side. Overall, I am not happy with this vehicle. I would recommend spending a lot of time in it before you buy it. In my experience, this vehicle is not worth buying. I have had it for a couple of years and have not enjoyed almost any moment. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to sell and buy something else, so I am stuck with this vehicle. It is not worth the fear and headache. On a positive note, now that we have had daylight savings, I no longer have to subtract an hour every time I look at the clock. However, the clock cannot be set.
Tom Bechtelar 2024-01-01
This is my third Pathfinder, and I must say that my previous 1996 and 1999 models were unbelievably reliable and fun to drive SUVs. However, I have had a different experience with this truck. It rides horribly on all road conditions and after 1 year, I am still trying to figure out why the transmission shifts at inappropriate times. In my opinion, there are much better choices out there, especially if you want to achieve any type of respectable MPG.