Two problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When stepping on the brakes to stop vehicle or when releasing brakes, transmission made noise like cracking. Consumer thought that it was the rear trans-axle, but a mechanic had told her that it was the transmission.
Since purchasing this vehicle, I've had complained about the alignment (taken to deal and numerous other places) it has been aligned, tires rotated, balanced, etc. 7 (times) and I was told nothing was wrong hmmmm. Had to have all four tires replaced at 30,740 miles. Nissan denies its a defect on their car. I've repeatedly complained about a clunking noise in the rear (or brakes) again "no problems found--cant duplicate problem". Well, now I'm told my transmission needs to be replaced. The front end "steering" if very sensitive and when making a sudden movement, the car overcompensates tossing you throughout the cab. Cd and radio as well as antenna motor have recently been replaced. This car is a lemon and dangerous!!!!!! I want my money back!!!!!!!.