When I attempted to pull out in traffic from a stop, the vehicle started to move, then shuddered and stopped in front of oncoming traffic. It has done this a few times since then, the most recent was just over a week ago. After taking it to the dealers service dept., I was told it did the same thing with them driving it. I was told they have some kind of bulletin from the factory regarding this…
2014 Nissan Pathfinder powertrain problems
severe 201 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
201
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
5crashes
1fire
6injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 201 powertrain complaints filed for the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Powertrain accounts for 35% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 12 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 201 powertrain complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
The vehicle shutters feeling as if it will stall at low RPM between 10mph to 20mph while driving in highway commuter traffic. This was reported to my dealership multiple times at multiple service appointments such as oil changes. The problem was purposely not documented on my service sheets and I learned through the internet of what my problem was when my dealership tells me they could not…
I have shudder and judder which is very dangerous I take it to mechanic shop they told me I have p17fo which is transmission problem. I have 89500 miles on it when I drive over 30 the car going to stall on highway and I am not able to do anything.
Vehicle shudders on acceleration randomly. Needs to be safety recall.
I purchased my Nissan new in 2014 and now with 120000 I am told my vehicle needs a 3rd transmission. Nissan knows there is an issue with the 13-15 CVT's for the pathfinder as they have redesigned the transmission to correct the problem and have issued two recalls on the software for the CVT. I requested assistance then they are not willing to do what is right and replace it at their expense.…
While driving 70mph on the interstate, car started surging just before the CVT transmission totally failed, redlining the engine. Transmission had been shuddering and surging prior to the failure. Nissan knows this is a problem with their CVT units, it's all over the internet. Car was towed and CVT replaced. Now 2000 miles later it's starting again. *tr
CVT changes neutral from driving positions contacted the dealer and Nissan consumers agency they tolls me they can not do anything
Vehicle has constantly jerked under 30 miles an hour. I had the computer reprogrammed in 2016 per the Nissan recall but the shudder never went away. Nissan said that I had to drive through the shudder. Well today my transmission went out and Nissan said there is nothing they can do. Please do no buy this car.
Had powertrain trouble with your 2014 Nissan Pathfinder?
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 powertrain problem on the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder?
It's a meaningful issue. 201 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Across the 107 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most powertrain failures cluster between 16,000 and 94,193 miles, with the median around 55,112. A quarter of owners report trouble before 16,000; a quarter make it past 94,193. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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/2014/Nissan/Pathfinder.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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