Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The number one most common problem is related to the steering column (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (15 problems).
At approximately 135000 miles my Pathfinder began making a a grinding sound when I turned my steering wheel left or right. I also noticed that the actual steering wheel was loose and could be moved back and forth. Within a few days I began having great difficulty when making turns while driving. Read details...
While driving on the freeway or the city street, the car started to jerk and then suddenly cut off and lose power. This has happened at least five times at normal highway and freeway speeds in a straight forward motion. While on the freeway, I was able to glide over to stop the car and restart it. Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph and making a turn, the steering seized and became extremely difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised that the power steering shaft failed and needed to be Read details...