Radiator problems of the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder

Load clunking behind radiator on passenger (rh) side. Fault tree analysis revealed issue with the radiator fan blade assy. Fan blade mechanical structure/bearing failure.

Whenever I turned on the a/c or heater, there was a strange noise coming from under the hood. I noticed it when I was stationary at a stop light. I turned off the a/c which the noise went away. I took it to firestone to get it checked out, and was told that the coolant fan and shroud was going bad; therefore, it would cost approximately $1,100 to replace. I was told that if it kept kicking on that it could eventually break off and hit the radiator which would do more damage. I called dealership close to where I work, and asked about it. I was informed that he replaced more than a couple of them this past year, and told me he could take care of it for approximately $900. After getting home, I did some research which seems that it has been a common problem with Nissan Pathfinders made between 2013-2017. It seems Nissan is well aware of the problem; however, no recall has been issued for this. Today, I called Nissan consumer affairs about this issue which she suggested I file a complaint with the NHTSA. Again, it seems Nissan is well aware of the issue; however, they are not taking the steps to address the situation. It's costing consumers additional money for their mistake. I've attached documentation that I had it replaced. Also, I attached just one of the websites that I came across that addresses my concern.

Radiator fan motor, seems to be common problem. Can hear bearings rattling in the fan motor.

Radiator fan (right side) no longer spinning smoothly, creating loud noise. Noise began suddenly at 4. 5 years of age (65k miles), and was noticed during city driving and while stopped (engine running). Required replacement of "fan motor assembly" to correct.

At less than 41,000 miles, the bearings in the dual radiator and condenser fan assembly are worn and the fan assembly shakes when the fans turn on. If the fans break while driving, it may damage the engine or cause the engine to overheat. Many owners of this Nissan model have experienced this same issue occurring at 30,000 - 60,000 miles. The fan assembly appears to be unreliable.

I heard a rattling noise coming from engine. Took it into the dealership today and they said the bearings on the radiator fan are bad causing the fan to wobble and strike against the shroud. I bought my car brand new and has 52,700 miles on it. I did some research online and it seems to be a common issue. If not replaced the fan can break into pieces and cause other costly engine repairs. This seems to be a defect in the part.

I would like to report a problem with the radiator and condenser fan malfunctioning. I was looking online and I'm not the only way there are thousand of people complaining the same. Looks like they did it on purpose as they all seem to failed around the same mileages. 40k to 50k. And for a pc of plastic it is really expensive. Just the part itself is 288. 00 dollars. That is more than the cost of a regular window ac. Please look online for the problem you will see multiples forums complaining of this. Sometimes people are trying to fix them irreplaceable them on their own as Nissan charge more than 1000 thousand to fix this. Repeat looks like they are doing it on purpose. They know about this problem since 2014. And still using the same fan and design until this year model. Thank you.

Driver's side radiator fan wobbles and makes noise when compressor for defroster or a/c is turned on.