2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. This model year has 40 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2010 Nissan Pathfinder Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire 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 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 40 most recent complaints
On 01/20/25, I brought my vehicle to Nissan of Downtown L.A , to fix a manufacturer recall of drivers side airbag. The invoice indicates "Inspect Driver Bag Module and Replace Driver Air Bag Cover." "Upon Inspection Performed Recall, Inspect Driver Air Bag And Replace Driver …
rear sub frame rusted through. Vans in Mansfield Ohio showed us were were the frame was completely rusted out.
I had a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder that was “bought back” by Nissan after 6 years of use because of a “rusted frame” and now once again I have a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder, where the rear sub-frame rusted through and caused the wheel to give out and track wrong -causing a life-or-death s…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campai…
I was traveling at approx. 35 mph when the car shuddered violently for a second or two, all panel lights lit up and everything completely shut down while going through a very busy 6-lane intersection. All steering, brakes, and maneuverability were lost. I was lucky to coast to a …
Coolant leaked into transmission causing transmission failure . Car maker will not acknowledge the problem. Car towed to repair shop. Told $6000.00 for new radiator and transmission.Thank God I was only going 35-40 miles an hour.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while approaching a traffic light at approximately 35 MPH, he depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated causing the vehicle to run the red light. The contact stated no warning light was i…
Transmission completely crapped out on me due to the radiator leaking into it.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON A BUMPY ROAD, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE SEAT BELT ACTIVATED AS DESIGNED. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED A…
SERVICE ENGINE SOON, LIGHT TURNED ON AS SOON AS I TURNED ON THE VEHICLE AND HAVE NOT TURNED OFF SINCE AND FOR NO REASON, UNTIL I HAD A DIAGNOSTIC TEST DONE THE CODE WAS P0181 AND IT APPEARS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH FUEL SYSTEM. LIGHT IS STILL ON.
STEERING IS DETERIORATING AND POPPING IN THE FRONT END SUSPENSION
VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT WHILE ON FREEWAY THEN WENT INTO DIRT MEDIAN TRIED TO GET IT BACK ON THE FREEWAY AND IT STARTED ROLLING WENT ACROSS THE FREEWAY AND DOWN A STEEP EMBANKMENT. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS HARD TO STEERING AT SPEED LIMIT (75 IN AZ). PULLED TO THE RIG…
DEFECTIVE FACTORY RADIATOR LED TO MIXING OF TRANS FLUID AND COOLANT CAUSING CONTAMINATION AND VEHICLE FAILURE. PROBLEM INITIALLY EXPOSED WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AT 50MPH. VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT THIS SPEED. HAD I BEEN AN INEXPERIENCED DRIVER, LIKE…
MILKY FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM THE COOLANT AREA. I HAD BOTH THE COOLANT & RADIATOR FLUID DRAINED AND REPLACED FOR PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES. NOW WHEN I PUT MY CAR INTO DRIVE AND I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL TO ACCELERATE, IT REVS HIGH BEFORE GOING INTO GEAR. IT DOES THIS ESPECIALLY AFTER I…
PASSANGER AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATES WHEN AN ADULT IS IN THE PASSANGER SEAT. WORRIED THAT IT WILL NOT DEPLOY IF IN AN ACCIDENT. T
ENGINE COOLANT (ANTIFREEZE) IS MIXING WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID. WHEN GOING TO ADD TRANSMISSION FLUID AND CHECKING ALL OTHER FLUIDS, I REALIZED THAT THE RADIATOR IS FILLED WITH A YELLOW MILKY COLORED SLUDGE, AND MY TRANSMISSION FLUID IS BONE DRY. FURTHER RESEARCH INTO THIS PROBLEM …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PERUZZI NISSAN (215-943-6200, LOCATED AT 165 LINCOLN HWY, FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030) WHERE IT WAS S…
RADIATOR DEFECT, STARTED TO LEAK INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION ... THERE IS NO WAY OF KNOWING THIS TILL THE TRANSMISSION IS FULLY DONE
RADIATOR LEAKED FOR AN UNKNOWN AMOUNT OF TIME CROSS CONTAMINATING FLUID WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. REPLACED RADIATOR, AND FLUSHED ALL FLUIDS, BUT TRANSMISSION IS NOW RUINED.
ALL OF A SUDDEN THE DASHLIGHT CAME ON TELL ME THAT THE AIRBAG WAS TURNED OFF. VEHICLE TO TAKEN TO HONDA OF MARYSVILLE WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASE AND WHERE WARRANTY WAS PURCHASED. NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. VEHICLE WAS TAKE TO NISSAN FOR REVIEW IT HAS TAKEN TWO WEEKS TO GE…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
Recalls for 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 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.
2010 Nissan Pathfinder — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has 40 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (11 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (11 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (11 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (8 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 40 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 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 2010 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions 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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