2024 Nissan Pathfinder problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder, filed between 2023-11-07 and 2026-09-21. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (23, 28%), engine (17, 21%) and electrical system (16, 20%). Owners reported 1 crash and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Nissan Pathfinder complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 23 | 28% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 19 | 23% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 17 | 21% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 16 | 20% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Power train | 8 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 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.
Service brakes: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 81 (28%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Engine: 17 complaints
- 17 complaints of 81 (21%) name the engine.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Electrical system: 16 complaints
- 16 complaints of 81 (20%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 6 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 81 (10%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 3 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 crash and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Power train: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 81 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 3 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
Visibility/wiper: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 81 (9%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- 3 of them also name the unknown or other; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2026 | 49 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PATHFINDER, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder's most common problem areas are the service brakes (23 of 81 complaints), engine (17 of 81 complaints) and electrical system (16 of 81 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder have?
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder, including 1 reported crash.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder's problems?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.