WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Nissan Pathfinder visibility problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder have filed 7 NHTSA complaints about the visibility at roughly $350 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
| Model year | visibility complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 Pathfinder | 3 |
| 2022 Pathfinder (this page) | 7 |
| 2023 Pathfinder | 3 |
| 2025 Pathfinder | 3 |
When does it fail?
Of the 7 visibility complaints filed for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗GURGLING NOISE FROM MOONROOF AFTER IT RAINS IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states they hear a gurgling / drip / drain noise from the moonroof while driving in the rain. ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE in this bulletin to replace the front driver (LH) and front passenger (RH) side moonroof drain tube grommets.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗NOISE FROM MOONROOF WHEN OPEN IF YOU CONFIRM Ticking / flutter / vibrating noise when the moonroof (sunroof) is open and the vehicle is traveling 35-50 mph. ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE outlined in this bulletin to install a strip of soft foam in the sunroof opening. IMPORTANT: Do not replace the Wind Deflector to correct the noise concern.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
My sunroof exploded going down the road, no object hit it.
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the windshield defroster and heater were inoperable. The contact had to set the heat at the highest temperature for lukewarm heat to be distributed out of the air vents. The contact was concerned that the defroster would not clear condensation on the windshield in cold weather conditions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and…
Had visibility trouble with your 2022 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 visibility problem on the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 7 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 7 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 2,000 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 $350 for visibility 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 visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility 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/2022/Nissan/Pathfinder.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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