1992 Nissan Pathfinder
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
None on file
None on file
30% of complaints
Complaints per year
1992: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 49 |
| 1994 | 101 |
| 1995 | 170 |
| 1996 | 159 |
| 1997 | 217 |
| 1998 | 149 |
| 1999 | 104 |
| 2000 | 112 |
| 2001 | 230 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 110 |
| 2004 | 67 |
| 2005 | 1,050 |
| 2006 | 837 |
| 2007 | 561 |
| 2008 | 328 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 890 |
| 2014 | 576 |
| 2015 | 321 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 186 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 76 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2022 | 136 |
| 2023 | 107 |
| 2024 | 89 |
| 2025 | 57 |
| 2026 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
30% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
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In order for the 4-wheel drive to disengage they would have to make a turn causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer was notified and stated all is normal.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-21
Engine and engine cooling
27% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.
Tires
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing tread/belt.
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I was driving on interstate 20 going from augusta, ga to atlanta, ga at approximately 2:30 pm on 10-10-1998. My rear right tire evidently burst due to delamination at approximately 70 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-08-24
Tl* the contact owns a 1992 Nissan Pathfinder equipped with sigma stampede tires. The contact stated that the rear passenger tire separated along the sidewall while driving 65 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-02
Structure
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing underbody shields and frame and members.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1992 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited a fuel leak and was taken to a local mechanic. The mechanic advised the contact that the frame rail was rusted and there were several holes in the frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-22
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
1992 Nissan Pathfinder has problems with rear suspension frame.*mr when taken to the service dealer they suggested that the consumer buy a new car because the frame was broken, but when the consumer took the vehicle in for regular maintenance no...
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-29
Electrical system
7% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.
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1992 Nissan Pathfinder parked in driveway for more than 24 hours ignited spontaneously. Fire department opened car and extinguished blazed. Observed melted dash board behind the steering wheel and determined that cause was electrical.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-02-06
Upon starting noticed a sour smell, turned off ignition and left vehicle, 15 minutes later vehicle caught fire, fire dept. Suspect elec. Short in wiring…
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-27
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1992 Nissan Pathfinder — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 4 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.