Two problems related to cooling fan have been reported for the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder based on all problems reported for the 2013 Pathfinder.
Vehicle radiator cooling fan is making a very loud noise. After some investigation I've concluded that there is a bad bushing/bearing in 1 of the 2 fans of the dual radiator (drivers side). The noise is due to the fan wobbling while running up to 1/4 inch or so. I have called the dealer to schedule a repair and was told that this part is on national backorder which tells me that this is a very common issue. I have priced one at a parts store and was quoted ~$800. This issue if left unchecked not only is very noisy, but could lead to catastrophic engine damage as this is what cools the fluid that cools the engine. I have also found complaints online of others that have the same specific issue with the same vehicle models. This is occurring while vehicle is in park idling as well as while driving down the road.
Cooling fan assembly, bad bearings in fan motors. Loud noise due to bad bearings in fan. Occurs primarily when the air conditioner clutch engages and cooling fans come on. Also occurs at highway speeds when cooling fans come on. Loud roaring noise. I ordered a tyc623760 replacement fan assembly to replace the Nissan/valeo m154880 unit with manufacture date of 12-15-2012 serial #towm157978. I am reporting this after reading how common this issue is in 2013-2017 Nissan Pathfinders and the rates dealers are charging for the repair. I saw online that dealers charge $850. 00 to 1250. 00. My local dealer charges $980. 00 plus tax. I paid $176. 00 for the part and it took me under 90 minutes to install after watching a youtube video. This was a repair anyone could do that didn't mind a little grime on their hands. It seems to me that instead of issuing a recall on a clearly flawed part, that Nissan is viewing this as a money maker for their dealerships.