Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2023 Nissan Pathfinder

● Typical for this model

2023 Nissan Pathfinder
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 107
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2023: 107 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.

Electrical system

22% · 24 reports

CRASH

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I engage the Parking Botton on shifter, & the vehicle still rolled away from me after I got out of Vehicle

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-11

Also filed under Power train

Rear camera and camera functionality just stopped working. The OVM is functioning with everything else just not the camera! Yet, diagnostics state that it is an OVM issue and cost $2,500.00 to fix.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-06

Also filed under Back over prevention

Water spilled onto console because cup the Lid was not sealed properly. The shifter became inoperable. The components around the cup hold need to be protected from water damage. As this is a safety issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-11-28

Service brakes

21% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

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Premature wear on rear brakes

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-11

Fuel/propulsion system

20% · 21 reports

Engine

14% · 15 reports

Power train

12% · 13 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2023-06-09Seats23V268000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023.

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Buy-smart checklist

2023 Nissan Pathfinder — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 24 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 22 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V268000 · Seats

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.