2015 Nissan Pathfinder
This year had more than double the complaints of 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 PER YEAR
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| 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 | 1050 |
| 2006 | 837 |
| 2007 | 561 |
| 2008 | 328 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 890 |
| 2014 | 574 |
| 2015 | 320 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 185 |
| 2018 | 77 |
| 2019 | 75 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2023 | 103 |
| 2024 | 74 |
| 2025 | 49 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
24% of complaints: power train — 76 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Complete shutdown of the vehicle while driving down the road. Caused me to go into a ditch. The vehicles lights flashed and then it just shut off.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240614
Also filed under ENGINE and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
23% of complaints: engine — 74 distinct reports on file.
CRASH17% of complaints: air bags — 55 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WAS IN ACCIDENT MOVING ABOUT 10 MILES PER HOUR AND SLOWING AS APPROACHING LIGHT ON A LOCAL CITY STREET. CAR TRUED TO PASS ILLEGALLY ON LEFT. I MOVED RIGHT TO AVOID AND HIT CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT VERY SLOW SPEED. NO VISIBLE DAMAGE TO FRINT END.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201006
I WAS BACKING FROM A PARKING SPACE WHEN I STRUCK A PASSING CAR WITH THE BOAT HITCH ON MY REAR BUMPER. IT WAS A LOW-IMPACT COLLISION AS WE WERE BOTH MOVING SLOWLY IN A PARKING LOT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190709
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH DOWN AN INCLINE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151028
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 27 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: electrical system — 26 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AT RANDOM TIMES, WHEN THE REAR, POWER, LIFT GATE IS OPENED, IT REACHES THE POINT OF BEING FULLY OPENED, AND THEN CLOSES ON IT'S OWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200517
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and tighten any loose bolts to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 15V012000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014 Nissan Sentra vehicles, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles, 2014-2015 Infiniti QX60 vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 15V681000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors.
Campaign 16V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The location of the brake light switch may cause the brake light switch relay to repeatedly open and close.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) switch; depending on the model year vehicle.
Campaign 21V020000 — check if this car was fixed
Hood Latch/Bell Crank Assembly
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.
Campaign 22V420000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Nissan Pathfinder — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (76 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (74 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V012000 (service brakes) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V681000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V244000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V020000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V420000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Pathfinder have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.