Suspension Noise Problems of Nissan Pathfinder

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact was informed that the driver's side rear control arm was severely corroded. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear suspension. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 178,000.

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Ive been having upteen amount of isssues with this car since I bought it. I bought the car back in 2015. With transmission and radiator problems. Those are fixed. It also has a fuel pump issue which there is a recall for!! my car reada empty at a quarter of a tank. Also my drive train. Wheel hubs etc. Ive replaced several times and still having issues with those. My sway bar and tire rods my front suspension sounds like and feels like its falling apart. My car dont accelerate like it should, when im braking going down hill the rpms go up to 3 or 4 rpms as im braking. Now I have my 3 yr old twin boys in the car with me and all I want is a safe vehicle for my kids and myself. Now the issues ive been having, there are recalls for but not for my vehicle 2008 Nissan Pathfinder!.

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Tl the contact owns a 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving over bumps in the road at various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the struts were rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (executive Nissan, 900 universal dr n, north haven, CT 06473), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000 (steering, suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,325.

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The contact's son owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving 30 mph, the driver noticed a creaking sound on the front passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the passenger side strut assembly failed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle had previously been serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000 (steering, suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

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Tl-the contact owns a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000(steering , suspension) however, the parts to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the contact observed an loud abnormal sound from the driver side and the steering wheel failed without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 229,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

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The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. While making a turn at 30 mph, an unknown noise was heard whenever a turn was made. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the strut tower failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000(steering, suspension). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,000.

I heard a rubbing sound and the passenger side front brake was acting unusual so I took my truck to my mechanic assuming it needed brakes. When the driver front wheel was taken off it was ovious that my brake pad was fine. It was noted that my tires were wearing unevenly and it was also very very ovious that the entire wheel wheel area was corroded,rusted and missing. There was a extremely large hole being the wheel area. Looking further it was noted that the steering column was rubbing against a part of the engine area. That explains the rubbing sound and diffuculty turning the wheel. It was also noted that the suspension was rotted and that the engine measured around 2 inches lower as it was leaning on the drivers side. I was told by my mechanic that the damage was so extensive that it could not be repaired. There wasn't any metal available under the truck to even weld any reinforcement to. The truck was unsafe to drive and to take it to Nissan. We never went any further with an inspection of the passenger side ect. I did take it to Nissan in the afternoon and was called the following morning and told my truck was fixed. I was told they replaced the strut on the drivers side and put some fiberglass underneath the truck. They did say that it passed their 100 and something point safety check. They never addressed anything else. I have been without transportation for a week now.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, there was a noise coming from the driver front side of the vehicle specially when making a turned. The vehicle would also shake violently when making a left turned. The contact notice that under the vehicle are corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame was badly corroded and could not be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. Aw.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise when the steering wheel was turned which progressed randomly after the dealer had already replaced the strut towers once. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic due to the steering wheel seizing and making an abnormal noise who indicated that there was a manufacturer recall and to take the vehicle to a dealer. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for NHTSA campaign number: 11v244000 (steering , suspension) and one dealer indicated that there was too much rust and corrosion to complete the repair. The manufacturer sent an independent source who indicated that the vehicle needed to be repaired. The manufacturer indicated that the contact would need to have the vehicle towed to another dealer to receive the recall repair remedy. The contact was still waiting to receive the recall repair remedy weeks later from a second dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Dyd.

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the front and rear wheels made an abnormal noise. Also, the rear tires were prematurely worn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a front and rear alignment, but the failure continued. The suspension was unstable in the front and rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was also taken to two other independent repair shops for further diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

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My car body structure was broken into two pieces, and it is not operable. The passenger front side strut tower on my 2001 Pathfinder was completely rusted through. The strut tower was disconnected from the body due to the rust. When the tower finally let go, the steering was affected causing issues steering the vehicle. The problem was not only on the passenger side. There is a significant amount of rust on the driver side under carriage of the vehicle as well as the rest of the frame body structure. It caused also damage to the suspension components. Before my car got broken, I heard a noise from its right side and I was driving it on the highway, for a second I lost the ability to steel my car, but I kept it steady until I could get the next exit. I could have suffered a fatal accident that day. There is a recall for frame/body structure corrosion for this model 2001 Pathfinder registered in new jersey. As soon I was aware about it, I called to Nissan consumer affairs to explain my situation. One of the Nissan repress. Advised me to take my car to the dealership in avenel NJ. My car was not drivable, so I called to the towing truck to pick and drop it off to the dealership on Dec 26, 2013. Since then, I have not had a response from Nissan to help me with my situation. Each time I spoke to a representative, they said that my case is still in process, and I need to wait for a decision. I can not believe it, I have been in a dangerous situation driven my car in that matter. I need a car to go to work for my livelihood and also to take my children to their school. I cannot afford to pay for a car rental. And after all of these, Nissan does not have any sense of cooperation. I requested them to help me with a provisional car to keep my life style on, but they denied it. I need help from the government NHTSA to make Nissan take care about this recall.

The contact owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, she heard a strange noise and the vehicle failed to respond to the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the strut housing had failed. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number 11v244000 (steering, suspension). The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

I was driving my 96 Nissan Pathfinder straight on a 30mph road when I let off the accelrator and the rear end of the vehicle started to sway, shake and to rock back and forth as if the rear axle was twisting seperate from the vehicle. This motion of rocking a swaying then started every time I would step on or let off of the gas and when the vehicle would shift up or down a gear. I then started to hear a poping noise from the back of the vehicle as well when I would turn a corner. I have had this Pathfinder into the mechanic multipe times already with issues due to Nissans suspension problems. I would not recomend a Nissan product to anyone. I have already complained to Nissan and they will do nothing to protect their customers from their manufacturer defects. Where are the recalls for this issue? do not buy a Nissan!!.

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The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise and the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that the suspension was completely rusted and it would cost over $2000 to repair. The contact had previously received notification of NHTSA campaign id numbers: 11v244000 (suspension: front) and 11v244000 (steering: column), in which the vehicle was repaired under both recalls. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that they would send out a representative to inspect the vehicle. The failure mileage was 176,000.

The contact owns a 1996 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that after having repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v244000 (suspension:front), the strut housing started to detach from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was exhibiting a knocking sound from the front driver side suspension. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where the dealer offered to repair the defective strut housing. The dealer also advised that the front passenger side strut housing needed to be repaired as well due to rust. The dealer offered to repair both strut housings and/or buy back the vehicle but the manufacturer was not confirmed of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v244000 (suspension:front). After repairs, the contact noticed a loud squeaking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they advised that the strut was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 91,177. The VIN was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph and heard a clicking noise from the front end of the vehicle. In addition, there was difficulty turning the steering wheel and a reduction in the engine power. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v244000 (suspension:front). The remedy consisted of the replacement of the reinforcement plate due to excessive corrosion. The failure continued after the repair was performed. The dealer stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The failure mileage was unavailable.

The contact owns a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact was driving 10 mph when he heard a loud popping noise and the steering wheel began to exhibit grinding noises. The vehicle was inspected by the driver and he noticed that the strut tower was separated from the front suspension. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were approximately 154,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle exhibited a bouncing motion with a loud metal to metal clanking noise. When reaching the destination, the contact observed that the front passenger side axle completely broke in half. In addition, the front drivers side axle had a crack. The dealer was notified of the failure. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10e019000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower arm). The vehicle was not included in the recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.

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1999 Nissan Pathfinder. Consumer writes in regards to reimbursement of expenses related to the Nissan salt states recall the consumer stated in March 2010, she noticed the vehicle was difficult to steer and making a grinding and rubbing noise during steering. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where it was documented that the driver side suspension, left housing and left side strut seams were rusted and broken due to major corrosion. The corrosion caused parts of the unit to rub against the steering column which caused the grinding noise. It was found that the strut and apron were not safe to support the driver side suspension. The repairs were made to the driver left side of the vehicle's strut to correct the driver-side suspension and overall steering. The consumer is seeking reimbursement as she referenced recall #11v244000.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving at various speeds, the brake pedal vibrated when it was depressed. The contact heard an abnormal noise that came from the transmission. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.