2007 NISSAN PATHFINDER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. This model year has 561 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2007 Nissan Pathfinder Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 337 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 242 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 81 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 67 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 39 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 35 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 25 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 24 | 5 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 23 | 3 | — | — | |
| Other | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Body frame right and left has holes in the frame rusting out. Hole about 4 inches long and the wide entire frame at rear over the tires
Ref. No. 11452064 dated May 12. 2023 After contacting the servicing dealership, a reply was received acknowledging coolant and transmission fluid cross-contamination was discovered. Along with the other complaints already received, I hope this is enough to proof to finally subst…
There’s was a recall on the control arm… I took it in to Nissan and was told mine was not affected.. so it was not fixed. A year or two has passed and my whole suspension needs to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact noticed that there was unknown fluid leaking underneath the vehicle onto the ground. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact checked the radiator and noticed that the coolant was leaking from the radi…
The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed; however, the cause of the failure c…
I get regular Maintenance on my car and have owned it for numerous years. I was driving on a major highway & with no warning the car shut off and locked up. The power steering was completely gone. If it hadn't been for going down hill I probably would of gotten hit as I tried to…
Defective radiator cross contaminated coolant and transmission fluid lines causing transmission failure and engine damage.
The vehicle jolted without warning And would not move. The transmission cooling lines ruptured in the radiator causing a complete Destruction,pink fluid oozed out of the Radiator. This was due to a Nissan defect that Was NEVER informed us of this problem that could have caused o…
IT'S TURN ON EMERGENCY LIGHT
TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE.
I HAVE 2007 PATHFINDER THE AIR BAG LIGHTS STAYS ON WONT GO OFF THE GAS TANK NEVER GOES TO FUEL IT STAY ON EMPTY, AND WHEN GOING DOWN THE ROAD THE ROAD THE CAR DIES AND THE TIRES SENSERWONT GO OFF TRIED PUT AIR IN THE TIRES STILL WONT GO OFF,I CAN HANDLE THE TIRED SENSOR NOT GOING…
IS TURN ON LIGHT EMERGENCY TO AIRBAGS .THE CAR IT IS IN HOME
TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, WATER ON TRANSMISSION FLUID
THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO SLIP. SLOW MOVING . THEN VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ENGINE CODE U1000. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THEY REPLACED THE STARTED. I PAID THEM 400.00. I GOT IN THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT START. THE MECHANIC REPLACED A 20A FUSE IN THE FUSE BOX FOR THE …
TRANSMISSION COOLER BUSTED CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID TO MIX WITH COOLANT
JUST PURCHASED MY 2007 NISSAN PATHFINDER LE ( 4X4) WITH 55,000 MILES ON IT ( OUR FAULT SIGN UNSEEN) FROM OUT OF STATE ( FLORIDA DEALERSHIP) I BELIEVE IT WAS ORIGINALLY A VA CAR. WE HAD IT HAULED UP VIA TRUCK TO WISCONSIN. NOW MIND YOU WE HAVE PAID FOR THIS CAR ALREADY SO WE HAD …
VEHICLE SHAKES AFTER REACHING 40MPH OR HIGHER.
WHILE DRIVING TODAY THE RPMS WENT CRAZY AND I ALMOST WRECKED . THE CAR WOULD SPUDDER AND THEN REV UP. ALSO, AT A STOP LIGHT WHEN TRYING TO GO THE CAR SEEMS TO BARELY MOVE AND ACTS LIKE IT'S GOING TO DIE. NOW WE HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE RADIATOR,HOSES, A…
I HAD JUST BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE OFF OF EBAY FROM INDIVIDUALS IN NEW BRAUNFELS , TEXAS DROVE IT BACK TO AMARILLO , TEXAS. I WENT TO DROP A LOAD OF ITEMS OFF AT AMARILLO'S GIVING CLOSET FOR PEOPLE IN NEED. IT RAN PERFECT ON THE WAY OVER THERE. I TURNED THE IGNITION OFF WHILE I WAS U…
THE VEHICLE DAMAGE THE PUMP FUEL DURING A PERIOD OF 9 MONTHS IT WAS CHANGED 4 TIMES.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Recalls for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Nissan Pathfinder — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has 561 NHTSA owner complaints, 11 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (337 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (337 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (242 complaints). #3: Fuel System (81 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has 11 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 561 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. The largest issue: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Pathfinder reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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