Nissan Pathfinder owners have reported 35 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood latch (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems |
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the mechanic was unable to securely close the hood of the vehicle. The mechanic lubricated the hood latch and was able to close the hood. Read details...
The contact owned a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 mph, the hood unintendedly opened and shattered the windshield. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the vehicle was a total Read details...
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while parked in the driveway, the key fob were left in the cupholder and the contact went to unlock the vehicle and all the doors locked. The police was called to unlock the doors. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving approximately 20 mph, the door ajar warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning light illuminated until the engine was turned off. The rear hatchback latch was not properly securing the door. Read details...
Nissan recalled the 2001 Pathfinder rear door (hatch) strut bracket replacement and it refused to service my Pathfinder 2001 saying my car was not on the recall list. My car's VIN number is jn8dr09y21w590303 and Nissan said it wasn't on the range of the cars affected by this recall and therefore Read details...