2015 Nissan Pathfinder problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 320 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder, filed between 2015-04-13 and 2026-08-17. The most common problem areas are the power train (76, 24%), engine (74, 23%) and air bags (55, 17%). Owners reported 11 crashes, 1 fire and 7 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Nissan Pathfinder complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 79 | 25% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Power train | 76 | 24% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 74 | 23% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 55 | 17% | 8 | 1 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 27 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 26 | 8% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 23 | 7% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 12 | 4% | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 7 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 1% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Power train: 76 complaints
- 76 complaints of 320 (24%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 16 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Engine: 74 complaints
- 74 complaints of 320 (23%) name the engine.
- 16 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Air bags: 55 complaints
- 55 complaints of 320 (17%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 3 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder; the latest, campaign 16V244000, says: “In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied.”
Vehicle speed control: 27 complaints
- 27 complaints of 320 (8%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 13 of them also name the power train; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Electrical system: 26 complaints
- 26 complaints of 320 (8%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 9 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Service brakes: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 320 (7%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder; the recall, campaign 15V012000, says: “During the assembly process, the front wheel hub assembly fasteners may not have been properly torqued.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 41 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 15 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 7 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PATHFINDER, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder's most common problem areas are the power train (76 of 320 complaints), engine (74 of 320 complaints) and air bags (55 of 320 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder have?
NHTSA has 320 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder, including 11 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.