Are there any transmission problems with Nissan Pathfinder?
We have received hundreds of complaints from consumers in regards to transmission failures from defective radiators in 2005-2010 Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Many more complaints come from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website itself.
What should I replace on my Nissan Pathfinder?
Sluggish response in handling and vehicle bottoming out are the indicators to replace the Pathfinder leaf spring bushing, control arm bushing, coil spring insulator, sway bar bushing, wheel bearing and control arm shaft kit. As for transmission failure, you can inspect the valve body directly.
Is there a problem with the Nissan transmission?
Consumers must still spend large sums of money to repair a known defect in their vehicles causing transmission damage. Nissan has been aware of this problem since 2007 and has undertaken no preventive measures to protect consumers from failure.
What causes driveline vibrations on a Nissan Pathfinder?
For the Nissan R51 Pathfinder, driveline vibrations may be attributable to wheel problems, prop-shaft universal joints or, for automatic models, the torque converter (particularly from 80-100 km/h, see below).
We have received hundreds of complaints from consumers in regards to transmission failures from defective radiators in 2005-2010 Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. Many more complaints come from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website itself.
What are the brakes on a Nissan Pathfinder?
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Sluggish response in handling and vehicle bottoming out are the indicators to replace the Pathfinder leaf spring bushing, control arm bushing, coil spring insulator, sway bar bushing, wheel bearing and control arm shaft kit. As for transmission failure, you can inspect the valve body directly.
Consumers must still spend large sums of money to repair a known defect in their vehicles causing transmission damage. Nissan has been aware of this problem since 2007 and has undertaken no preventive measures to protect consumers from failure.
What happens when coolant leaks in a pathfinder?
Leaking coolant is mixing with transmission fluid through the cooler lines to create a toxic hell stew that irreversibly damages everything around it. The widespread issue has prompted the North Carolina Consumers Council (NCCC), a consumer protection group, to pleadthat everyone avoid the 2005-2010 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Xterraat all costs.
When did Nissan extend the warranty on the radiator?
In October 2010, Nissan extended their radiator assembly warranty from 3 years / 36,000 miles to 8 years / 80,000 miles after reports from a “small percentage” of owners with internal cracks on the oil cooler tube. There was confusion about whether the radiatorwarranty extension covered resulting damage to the transmission.
What is the warranty for a Nissan transmission?
In 2007, Nissan issued a warranty extension for the transmission oil cooler / radiator assembly for these vehicles to 8 years, 80000 miles – up from the standard 3 year, 36000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.
When does the radiator fail on a Nissan Pathfinder?
This is happening to thousands of mostly 05 and 06 pathfinders. Nissan denies the problem as it usually occurs after the 80,000 mile warranty period. If your transmission still has bright red transmission fluid get it to a garage quick and request that they add a transmission cooler and eliminate the cooling loop thru the radiator.
When does the radiator fail on a Nissan?
Nissan denies the problem as it usually occurs after the 80,000 mile warranty period. If your transmission still has bright red transmission fluid get it to a garage quick and request that they add a transmission cooler and eliminate the cooling loop thru the radiator.
When did my Pathfinder se start leaking coolant?
In 2/2007 after driving my 2007 Pathfinder SE Off Road for only 3 miles, it started to slip while shifting and making loud clunking sounds. I pulled off to the side of the road and saw an odd colored liquid leaking from the coolant overflow tank. I left the car and called for a ride home.
Are there any problems with the Nissan Pathfinder?
Google pathfinder problems and join the list of people ripped off by Nissan, never buy another nissan product and join the class action suit against Nissan. They installed a defective radiator in these cars and refuse to take responsibility for it.
When did I Buy my 2005 Nissan Pathfinder?
It would have been really nice to have gotten a heads up on a defective part in the radiator that will eventually kill your transmission and your radiator. We bought our Pathfinder brand new in 2005. We have never had it serviced anywhere other than the dealership.
Where does the Nissan Pathfinder rank in reliability?
Pathfinder owners have made 2057 complaints over 31 model years. It ranks 25th in reliability out of 26 eligible Nissan models. Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank ™ system.
How much does it cost to fix a Nissan Pathfinder?
The most common solution is replacing the transmission and radiator, a major repair that costs $3,900 on average. There was a recall in late 2010, but it often didn’t cover any of the repair costs. One 2005 Nissan Pathfinder owner in Idaho experienced this in 2008 at around 100,000 miles.
What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Throttle/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor. Common signs of a faulty pedal position sensor include inconsistent engine response, reduced fuel efficiency, and the Check Engine Light coming on. The days of having to constantly adjust the throttle cable due to a loose nut on the carburetor are long gone.
Why does my car not Rev when I stomp on the accelerator?
Woops, I should clarify that when I stomp at the accelerator while shifting to “wake” the accelerator/throttle up the engine doesn’t necessarily rev at first – I’ll stomp on it a few times until I get a response from the tac to let me know things are “engaging.” The first couple stomps are usually in vain.
Can a pump failure cause a throttle failure?
Pump failures are not always a yes they work, no they don’t thing. The MAF is mentioned and that is a good suggestion. The entire intake tract between the throttle plate and MAF sensor should be carefully inspected for any leaks no matter how small.