2020 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
- 53
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
None on file
None on file
32% of complaints
Complaints per year
2020: 53 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.
Engine
32% · 17 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Just bought this used car this summer and worked for about 2 months then had to repair a Failing Radiator/Condenser Cooling Fan Assembly. Seems like the same class action issue from the previous versions. Hoping this can be another recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-18
The car stalled three times and died in active traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-26
Also filed under Electrical system and power train
After only 110,000 miles, my local Nissan service center (Advantage Nissan, 5101 Auto Center Blvd, Bremerton, WA 98312) states that the timing chain is loose. The repair estimate is in excess of $6000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-17
Electrical system
23% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Periodically the back up camera shorts out and you are no longer able to use it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-04
Power train
17% · 9 reportsService brakes
15% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
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While driving on August 30 approximately 7:45ON my vehicle's brakes applied by itself without me applying the brakes.at the time I was only you 20 MPH.I notified Nissan,and I'm still waiting for them to get back to me about this safety issue.the...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-28
When I was driving in a parking lot I heard a very high pitch noise. I put my window down to hear what it was. The sound was very concerning especially because I have less than 3K miles on my car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-03
Forward collision avoidance
11% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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Unknown
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-08
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2020 Nissan Pathfinder — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 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.