One problem related to rear suspension springs has been reported for the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Nissan Pathfinder based on all problems reported for the 2002 Pathfinder.
When hitting a pothole or bump, vehicle makes a loud noise due to rear coil springs compressing, this causes vehicle to swerve side to side. Took to dealer who indicated it was the characteristic of vehicle.