FaultScore

Nissan Pathfinder door lock problems

48 of the 10,298 complaints filed about the Nissan Pathfinder are about the doors, latches and locks — 0% of everything owners reported. The worst model year for it is 2014.

48

Complaints

0%

Share of all complaints

1

Crashes

0

Fires

Doors, Latches & Locks complaints by model year

Median failure at 10,000 miles

Median failure at 91,120 miles

Median failure at 1,500 miles

Median failure at 43,000 miles

Median failure at 32,000 miles

Median failure at 37,505 miles

Median failure at 600 miles

2013 Pathfinder 5 10.4%

Median failure at 89,031 miles

2014 Pathfinder 10 20.8%

Median failure at 93,000 miles

2015 Pathfinder 6 12.5%

Median failure at 94,560 miles

Median failure at 88,000 miles

Median failure at 35,000 miles

What owners said

2015 Nissan Pathfinder at 93,000 miles Woodhaven, NY

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood unexpectedly opened and was damaged. The hood ledge and structure were damaged due to the failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The dealer was contacted but declined to acknowledge the damages caused by the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.

NHTSA complaint #11757465 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Nissan Pathfinder at 168,000 miles Elizabeth, NJ

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the recall repair failed to prevent a failure from occurring. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood unlatched and opened independently. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the contact was advised to return the vehicle to the initial dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.

NHTSA complaint #11749493 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Nissan Pathfinder Centennial, CO

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: TBD (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES), Manufacturer Recall Campaign: R24C6; however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA complaint #11654728 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 178,493 miles Marina, CA

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the hood latch was stuck closed and failed to open. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer was unable to open the hood to complete the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer referred the contact to another local dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 178,493.

NHTSA complaint #11651857 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2016 Nissan Pathfinder at 173,000 miles Lorain, OH

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the mechanic was unable to securely close the hood of the vehicle. The mechanic lubricated the hood latch and was able to close the hood. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and the recall repair was performed; however, the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the recall repair stated that the latch would be lubricated, and not replaced, and only the same remedy could be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 173,000.

NHTSA complaint #11641624 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Nissan Pathfinder at 100,000 miles Adamstown, MD

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owned a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the hood unintendedly opened and shattered the windshield. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the vehicle was a total loss. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

NHTSA complaint #11632133 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Nissan Pathfinder Helena, AL

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA complaint #11628549 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Nissan Pathfinder Helena, AL

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA complaint #11628549 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 160,000 miles Hallstead, PA

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that upon closing the hood, the hood failed to latch securely. The contact released the hood release lever on the secondary hood latch, allowing the hood lock release cable to hold the hood in place and to prevent the hood from unexpectedly opening. Additionally, the contact stated that the front driver's side sun visor clips had fractured, causing the sun visor to lower, obstructing the visibility of the roadway while driving. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that there was no failure with the secondary latch. The dealer lubricated the hood lock assembly and the secondary hood latch; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

NHTSA complaint #11627923 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2016 Nissan Pathfinder at 88,000 miles Northfield, NJ

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the trunk latch was inoperable and not closing securely. The contact stated the failure had been recurring for approximately two years. The contact stated had received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under the recall repair. The contact stated the dealer verbally informed her that the recall repair was completed however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

NHTSA complaint #11555027 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Nissan Pathfinder Yadkinville, NC

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the hood unlatched and struck the front windshield. No one was injured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the hood latch was replaced but the failure reoccurred several times. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11544107 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Nissan Pathfinder at 78,062 miles Yadkinville, NC

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact's aunt owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that on three separate occasions, the hood inadvertently popped open without warning while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice, the hood latch was replaced after the first failure and the hood latches were lubricated after the second failure. The contact's aunt then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 78,062. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11533474 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 71,652 miles Worcester, MA

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood unexpectedly opened, causing damage to the fender and front of the vehicle. Additionally, the hood detached and was unable to close properly. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,652.

NHTSA complaint #11486940 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Nissan Pathfinder at 120,000 miles Arlington, VA

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that after opening the hood, the hood failed to close as needed. The contact had to slam the hood repeatedly for the hood to close properly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 120,000.

NHTSA complaint #11486922 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Nissan Pathfinder at 77,000 miles Dover, NJ

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the hood inadvertently opened. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and was able to close the hood using excessive force. The fender was damaged while closing the hood. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11485199 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder East Meadow, NY

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated upon completing an oil change on the vehicle, the hood latch failed to close. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the hood latch was repaired. However, the failure had been reoccurring. The contact stated that the hood latch flew open several times while driving. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). However, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11484304 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Nissan Pathfinder Cedar Grove, NJ

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches, Locks, Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood became unlatched. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11474532 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 100,000 miles Auburn, NY

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the hood unexpectedly opened, obstructing his view and causing him to swerve into oncoming traffic. The contact was able to pull over on the shoulder of the roadway. There was smoke coming from underneath the hood. The failure damaged the hood, fender, and body of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the dealer had canceled two scheduled appointments. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was made aware by Carfax that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

NHTSA complaint #11474173 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 114,000 miles Hamden, CT

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 25-30 MPH, the hood flew open and crashed into the windshield, cracking the windshield. There was no injury sustained. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact closed the hood manually. The contact then drove to his residence. The vehicle was taken to Safelite where the windshield was replaced. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). However, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.

NHTSA complaint #11471799 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Nissan Pathfinder at 35,000 miles Barstow, CA

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the hood was raising up but did not open all the way. The contact stated that she was able to see the hood moving up and down. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that she had informed the dealer of the issue and was informed that the issue was normal. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact was relating the failure to an unknown recall for 2013-2016 Nissan Pathfinders. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.

NHTSA complaint #11471433 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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