1995 Nissan Pathfinder Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder.

19941996
Complaints
218
Crashes
13
Fires
7
Injuries
7
Fatalities
8
Recalls
0

Worst 1995 Nissan Pathfinder Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#135 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Avg mileage:90,029 mi
#234 complaints

Structure:Frame And Members

Avg mileage:156,847 mi
Fires:1
#317 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:100,194 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
35
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
90,029
Structure:Frame And Members
34
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
156,847
Automatic Transmission
17
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
100,194
Body Structure
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,641
Suspension Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
128,341
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
6
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
194,094
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
126,707
Gasoline Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Child Seat
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1995 Nissan Pathfinder — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder has 218 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe with 35 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?
Top reported problems: Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe (35 complaints, avg 90,029 mi); Structure:Frame And Members (34 complaints, avg 156,847 mi); Automatic Transmission (17 complaints, avg 100,194 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 121,733 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?
NHTSA complaints for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder include 13 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 8 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Pathfinder reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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