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Veronica of Coraopolis, PA August 21, 2009

2003 Nissan Pathfinder service engine light came on. Auto service center(not a Nissan service center, previous experiences poor) informed me that the catalytic converter needed replaced. Mechanic advised me that this part is under warranty by LAW. Vehicle has less then 66,000 miles and was only 6 years old.

Went to Nissan and was advised that it wasn't the catalytic converter. The hangers needed replaced and would cost 1200.00. I inquired about how the hangers could set the service engine light to come on. I was told that this needed done and it the engine light still was on bring it back. So I went to another mechanic, a third independent party. I made no mention of my previous mechanic reports.

After inspection, the third mechanic reported that the diagnostic test showed that the catalytic converter needed replaced. I asked about the hangers and the mechanic drew me a picture and explained that this would not make the engine light come on. I called West Hills Nissan. They would not even consider or discuss the issue.

So I called Nissan Consumer affairs and was given a complaint number and that was that. The vehicle needs a converter and will not pass inspection without one. Cost of failed inspection, cost of taking vehicle to independent mechanics. Unable to use vehicle because won't pass inspection. I was advised that this part is under warranty by law. I guess Nissan doesn't have to abide by the law.

Kristen of Nashville, TN August 20, 2009

I have been a loyal NIssan customer for almost 15 years. Most recently, I purchased a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder LE for 36,000. I've been driving it for almost three years and it has 47,000 miles. In April, I paid 450 for the 45,000 mile checkup, which is supposed to keep the car running smoothly. It did not.

In early July, my fuel gauge went nuts and the engine light came on. I was told the fuel sensor needed replacing. Cost: 400. Less than 1 week later, the engine light came on again. Diagnosis: Evaporator vent control valve and canister needed replacing. Cost: 400. That was fixed on Monday.

Today is Thursday. While I was driving home this afternoon, the engine light came on AGAIN. That is the third time in less than 6 weeks. I am furious. Just e-mailed Nissan Customer Service, but I doubt they'll do anything for me. Doesn't look like they've done anything for anyone else. My Nissan Service Tech told me that the second problem was the "most common issue I see in Nissan trucks." Judging from this website, the gas gauge problem isn't unique either. So dissappointed in my car.

terri of franklin, TN August 3, 2009

I have a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. We have had two problems. First is the fuel sending unit is out. Seems to be a problem for almost all of the Nissan Pathfinders. The second is the IPDM module went out when we changed the battery. Both probems are very expensive to fix at the dealership and will keep me from ever buying a Nissan again unless Nissan decides to fix at their expense. We actually know people personally that have had these problems and add that to the forums online and it is just amazing! Please lets get Nissan to recall these parts and pay back everyone that has fixed at their own expense! The IPDM seems to be a serious problem since it causes you to lose power while driving. My stalled many times in the middle of the road.

Greg of Langley, BC July 31, 2009

Recently my 06 Nissan Pathfinder's gas gauge started acting screwy. It would sometimes work then only show 1/2 a tank when it was empty, etc. The Distance To Empty (DTE) feature is also hit and miss. After looking around this turns out to be one of the most common problems with not only the 06/07 Pathfinders but also Xterra's and Frontiers.

There is no recall for this problem and most of the repairs I've read about are very with very results that varied from fixed to it being working for a few days and then breaking again. It involves potentially replacing the sending unit in the tank, the tank itself, or even a computer chip. All very pricy. I've come across this not only here in Canada but the US, Spain, Australia, and Japan. I think a root cause analysis is in order along with a recall when the design flaw is found.

chancie of cleveland, TN July 10, 2009

I love my Pathfinder but am very disappointed to know that every time I fill up I have to reset my odometer cause once my tank reaches 1/2 tank the gauge drops to E, the fuel light comes on and the mileage will go blank. This is vert aggravating and I feel that Nissan should replace at no cost to me. I also have 3 friends( in my SMALL city alone) that own a pathfinder & have the same issue. Why can't you make this a recall, it's giving you're company a bad name. The check engine soon light stays on all the time, I can deal with this but not having to worry about constantly running out of gas. Please help!! You have loyal customers please try to make them happy by fixing the problem which is YOUR PROBLEM.

Judy of Durham, NC June 24, 2009

I have had multiple electronic failures with my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. The check engine light would come on a few days after the warranty expired (12 months). Each time the only repair needed was to replace the "computer chip" which would fail again immediately after the warranty expired. Now this car is locked via the onboard computer system. This repair is costing me 1440. It took Michael Jordan dealership 2 days to come to this conclusion (which I still do not trust 100%). I honestly think they have no idea what is wrong. The service manager failed to return several voicemails I left for him inquiring about the status of the problem. At this point I have been without a car for 5 days.

Other problems with this vehicle: CD player froze and can't remove CDs, Hatch lift broke (which was a recall since 08/2001 but I had to pay for it. Nobody at Nissan mentioned the recall.), now the hatch lift on the other side is broken (this one will be covered by the recall), heater/AC fan failed, timing belt squealing (which I replaced), rear door light broken and whole unit had to be replaced instead of the broken casing. These same complaints are mentioned numerous times on many complaint websites.

Dave of Orangeville, ON June 20, 2009

A case of 2 little screws!

I own a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder with 129,000kms. While driving I heard a rattling sound coming from the engine. About a minute later the engine stopped . Upon removing the intake cover I discovered that 2 screws had come loose from the power valve. The valve itself had broken in two & was drawn into an engine cylinder. The piston was completely destroyed & the engine needs replacing. I contacted Nissan & they offered no help whatsoever. I read that others have experienced the identical problem. I will never buy another Nissan product again ......

zac of Vancouver , WA June 12, 2009

2002 Nissan Pathfinder Automatic. Power valve screws falling in engine. Horrible mistake by Nissan, no assistance on their part, very common issue.

Helmutas of Sandy, UT March 18, 2009

Helmutas of Sandy UT (03/18/09)
I bought a Nissan Pathfinder In August 2005.From the first fillup, the car was giving me 11.5 MPG. To this day it is the same. I brought the car to [dealer] 3X and they said nothing was their fault, and there is no reason the car should get 11.5 MPG. All they did was check their computer. That said all is Perfect with the car. Nothing else was done.

Will NOT buy another Nissan. I paid 35.000 for the car, now all I can get, if I sell is 17.000, this is only 3 years that I have the car.

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