This page covers 2 recalls, 183 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder.
22 mpg combined
10.7 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder centers on the engine and drivetrain. Engine complaints make up the largest share of reports, with owners frequently describing oil consumption, loss of power, and engine failure, often at relatively high mileage but sometimes well before 100,000 miles. The CVT transmission is the second most-reported area, with owners describing shuddering or judder during acceleration, transmission warning lights illuminating, and in several cases being told the unit needs full replacement. Powertrain complaints closely overlap with the CVT issues. Electrical system reports are a smaller but consistent thread, with owners noting battery failures and warning lights, including the tire pressure monitor, activating unexpectedly. The CVT judder complaint is particularly recurring, with multiple owners describing the shudder appearing gradually and worsening over time.
183
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
4
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder has 2 recalls, both concerning the same defect: the anti-lock brake actuator pump can leak brake fluid onto an internal circuit board, creating an electrical short and a fire risk.
The second recall expands the affected vehicle population and captures vehicles from the first recall that were either unrepaired or inspected and cleared but later found to still need attention, meaning the earlier repair attempt did not fully resolve the issue for all affected vehicles.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-lock Brake System actuator pump may leak brake fluid onto an internal circuit board.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ABS actuator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The anti-lock brake actuator pump may leak brake fluid onto an internal circuit board, causing the ABS system to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the actuator serial number and replace the actuator if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
