2019 Nissan Pathfinder Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder.

20182020
Complaints
117
per 10K Sold
17.8
US Sales
65,691
Crashes
6
Fires
3
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2019 Nissan Pathfinder Problems

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

#114 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:37,813 mi
Fires:1
#29 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:47,473 mi
Fires:1
#39 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:44,100 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder.

Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
37,813
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
47,473
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
44,100
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,233
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
8,298
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
28,445
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery:Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm):Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Seals/Gaskets
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Nissan Pathfinder

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,620,309 vehicles.

19V807000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
~391,479 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

19V654000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,228,830 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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2019 Nissan Pathfinder — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Nissan Pathfinder has 117 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (14 complaints, avg 37,813 mi); Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 47,473 mi); Brakes (9 complaints, avg 44,100 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 2019 Nissan Pathfinder?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 36,836 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder include 6 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 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 2019 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,620,309 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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