Ignition problems of the 1996 Nissan Pathfinder

Four problems related to ignition have been reported for the 1996 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 05/03/2003

I have had the ecu on my 1996 Pathfinder xe replaced two times within the 1 year of owning it. At this rate I will never own another Nissan again. Nlm.

2 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 12/08/2000

Vehicle fails to start at low temperatures/ high altitute upon cold startup. Very dangerous in remote areas of colorado in the winter as temperatures begin to drop.

3 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 12/22/1999

Truck will not start at higher elevations and cold temperature, therefore leaving you stranded in cold weather. Nissan is aware of defect.

4 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 09/20/1996

During vehicle operation, when attempting to accelerate from the starting position, the vehicle stalls.




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