AEB WARNING WITH ONE OR MORE CURRENT DTCS STORED IN THE ADAS CONTROL UNIT 2, AND/OR THE LASER/RADAR CONTROL UNIT IF YOU CONFIRM The front radar is inoperative, the AEB warning is displayed, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored as CURRENT: · U2752-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the ADAS control unit 2, · U275F-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, OR · C2589-86 for “TCM” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, AND/OR · C258E-86 for “ABS” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit. ACTION 1. Confirm the current Distance Sensor control unit part number. 2. Reprogram the Distance Sensor control unit, i
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2023 Nissan Pathfinder brakes problems
moderate Owners of the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have filed 16 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 Pathfinder | 7 |
| 2020 Pathfinder | 7 |
| 2022 Pathfinder | 23 |
| 2023 Pathfinder (this page) | 16 |
| 2024 Pathfinder | 16 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes 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.
INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply t
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS: Vehicles equipped with a lane camera (see Figure 1) SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily) or the customer states it is blinking, and there are no related DTCs, inspect the windshield. A blinking AEB warning light may occur under the following conditions: When contamination or foreign material adhere to the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When driving while it is snowing or when frost forms on the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When the lane camera viewing window on the windshield is temporarily fogged up. Fig
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The overwhelming pattern here is rear brake pads and rotors wearing out way too fast on 2023 Pathfinders. Owners are bringing their vehicles in at 12k to 20k miles and being told the rear brakes need replacement—pads sitting at 2-3 mm, rotors damaged beyond resurfacing. One independent shop told the owner the wear didn't match the mileage or normal driving, which is fair; rear brakes shouldn't wear faster than fronts. Owners note the rear pads are considerably smaller than the front pads, which tracks as a design problem.
Several owners mention dealership staff have confirmed they see this constantly on the model. One Nissan service advisor floated the Auto Hold feature as a possible culprit, though that doesn't explain cases where Auto Hold isn't even used. One mechanic discovered the rear brakes weren't fully releasing—the vehicle was riding its brakes the whole time, which would obviously cook the pads and rotors fast.
There's also one critical safety incident: brake pedal went to floor, vehicle wouldn't stop, dealership couldn't find the problem and didn't fix it. And one owner reported an AEB system failure with codes C2501-4B and C1F05-4B.
Nissan is treating this as wear and tear, not warranty work. Class action lawsuits are reportedly underway.
Same Nissan Pathfinder brakes reports on nearby years: 2022 · 2024
Failure modes owners describe
Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear
Rear brake pads and rotors wearing significantly faster than front brakes, often requiring replacement well below the manufacturer's stated 30-70k mile service life. Owners report the rear pads are considerably smaller than front pads, contributing to accelerated wear. One independent shop found the wear pattern inconsistent with normal driving behavior and mileage. A Nissan service advisor acknowledged seeing this pattern frequently on Pathfinders.
When: 12,500 to 33,221 miles; typically 12k-20k miles
Symptoms owners cite: Rear brake pads at 2-3 mm remaining at low mileage; Rear rotors damaged and not serviceable; Brake vibration suggesting rotor warping; Squeaky brake sounds; Rear brake wear significantly faster than front brakes
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement of rear brake pads and rotors required. One owner replaced rear rotors twice and rear pads twice by 51,180 miles.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan refuses to cover as warranty claim, treating it as normal wear and tear despite mileage. A Nissan service advisor mentioned the Auto Hold feature may be related. Dealership staff acknowledged this is a known, recurring issue with the model. One dealership stated early electronic brake wear is normal.
Brakes not fully releasing
One owner's independent mechanic found the rear brakes were not fully releasing, causing the vehicle to ride its brakes continuously during normal driving. The issue was attributed to a defect in the assembly of the car. This creates a safety risk of unintended drag and accelerated brake wear.
When: Discovered at 20,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brakes not fully releasing during normal driving; Vehicle riding brakes continuously
Repairs/costs cited: Confirmed as assembly defect by independent mechanic; owner has video documentation of the issue.
Brake pedal to floor with loss of stopping power
Owner reported brake pedal depressing to the floorboard with vehicle failing to stop immediately during normal driving. This represents a critical safety failure. Dealership inspection found no cause and did not repair the vehicle.
When: 21,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal went to floorboard; Vehicle failed to stop immediately
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle was not repaired; no cause was identified by dealership.
AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking) system malfunction
AEB warning light activated, indicating automatic braking system failure. Owner reported associated error codes C2501-4B and C1F05-4B.
When: Mileage not stated
Symptoms owners cite: AEB light illuminated; Automatic braking system inoperative
Codes mentioned: C2501-4B, C1F05-4B
Synthesized from 16 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
I am reporting a concern regarding premature rear brake pad and rotor wear on a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder that appears inconsistent with mileage and normal driving conditions and may indicate a brake system design or control issue. The vehicle was purchased as Nissan Certified Pre-Owned with approximately 4,000 miles and has received multiple Nissan dealer inspections with no brake concerns noted.…
I brought my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder in for an oil change and tire rotation at 33, 221 miles and was informed my rear brake pads were worn and my rotors needed to be re-surfaced. I understand this is a long standing issue with 2022 and 2023 Nissan Pathfinders. I rive 95% highway miles , never use my cruise control or electronic parking brake. I understand the rear brake pads are considerably…
I took the car in for the NYS inspection and was told that I need new rear brakes. The car is only a year old and has only 16,000 miles on it. Nissan’s own website says that brakes should last between 30-70k miles. I looked into this and found out that premature rear brake failure is a common issue with the new Pathfinder. Nissan is refusing to replace the brakes under warranty, even though it’s…
Rear brakes needed to be replaced at 20,000 miles. Dealership stated it was normal for electronic brakes to go out that early, which is absurd. Took the car to another mechanic to have the work done, turns out it was a defect in the assembly of the car and the brakes were not fully releasing so we basically were riding our brakes for 20,000 miles. According to the dealership they were getting a…
Had brakes trouble with your 2023 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 brakes problem on the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 16 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 16 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 21,000 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 $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Nissan/Pathfinder.
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