Fuel gauge is inaccurate. Fuel tank capacity is approximately 19 gallons. Gauge abruptly changes. Shows close to full until 6 gallons in tank is left. Then shows half full. When shows one quarter full tank only has 2 gallons left in tank. This occurs whether driving or stationary, level or incline. This is a safety issue as the vehicle quickly runs low on fuel and does not allow for proper…
2013 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems
severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
1crash
What stands out
No new NHTSA fuel system complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,200.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, fuel system issues most often appear around 11,532 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Nissan/Pathfinder.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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