Nissan Pathfinder owners have reported 2 problems related to front suspension upper ball joint (under the suspension category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Nissan Pathfinder based on all problems reported for the Pathfinder.
Accelerator pedal sticks. When placing vehicle into gear must apply pressure to accelerator to release it. Subsequently, it releases suddenly in a way which causes sudden acceleration. Also vehicle shakes while driving . Dealer has replaced ball joints, but problem. Still exists.
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While traveling about 35mph on the highway and without prior warning upper ball joint broke on the rear passenger side.
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all problems of the 1998 Nissan Pathfinder
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