Suspension Related Problems of the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder

Table 1 shows 16 common suspension related problems of the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension (21 problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder

The Suspension problem

The vehicle swings left to right when cruising at about any speed. When the vehicle is pulling it does not swing or sway, however once the vehicle has got up to a desired speed and you try to maintain a steady speed it starts a “death wobble” which nearly cannot hold it on correct side   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving 40 mph, the rear of the vehicle wobbled violently especially when making a turn. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

The contact owns a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated NHTSA recall campaign id number: 11v244000 (suspension: front) was performed on the vehicle and it began to wobble excessively. The repair was suppose to replace the strut housing.   Read details...


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