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ProblemsByVin File / 2025-NISSAN-PATHFINDER
2025 · Nissan

Nissan Pathfinder problems

1 safety recall. 35 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
5 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
5 reports · avg $2,500
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2025 Pathfinder · brakes
VIN [XXX] Date of Incident: December 21, 2025 Location: I-295 South, merging onto I-95 South, Jacksonville, FL Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Pathfinder, VIN [XXX] Owner: [XXX] Witness: [XXX] Phone Number: [XXX] Email Address: [XXX] Incident Description: While driving on I-295…
12/21/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11706414.0
2025 Pathfinder · other
Windshield is causing double vision at night with lights. I am see distortion at all times but seems to be greater at night. The further from the object the greater the double vision is. It goes away when I look out the windshield at the very top. The car is brand new with…
11/07/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11698074.0
2025 Pathfinder · other
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there were audible beeps, and a message flashed on the instrument cluster that the “Forward Collision Avoidance” system had failed. The contact stated that the vehicle…
11/06/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11697900.0
2025 Pathfinder · electrical
Recently purchased a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The feature they call "idle stop" did not work. Noticed withing 2 days of vehicle purchase. After listening to some lame excuses, I made an appointment to have the dealer fix it. They were not able to fix it. The document they gave me…
11/05/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11697653.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 25V173000 19/03/2025

Nissan North America, Inc

A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD137 and PD138.

Common questions

Is the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Nissan Pathfinder has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 35 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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