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2022 NISSAN PATHFINDER Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. This model year has 128 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Brake System.

128
Complaints
3
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
5
Recalls

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Worst 2022 Nissan Pathfinder Problems

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

#1
33
complaints

Brake System

Crash-related:1
#2
23
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Crash-related:1
Injuries:1
#3
18
complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:1

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Brake System331β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues231β€”β€”
Electrical Faults18β€”1β€”
Engine Problems18β€”1β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain171β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues16β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB112β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration8β€”β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper7β€”β€”β€”
Structural Problems6β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues6β€”β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions511β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System5β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues4β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure41β€”β€”
Steering Defects2β€”β€”β€”
Hydraulic2β€”β€”β€”
Suspension Failures2β€”β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention1β€”β€”β€”
Visibility1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

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Showing 128 most recent complaints

Electrical FaultsApr 25, 2026

First Incident- volume kept rising on its own. Would turn it down, it would go right back up. Would turn the radio off, it would turn on by itself and would keep rising until full blast. Vehicle was parked, came back from work, turned vehicle on and the volume was fine on it. Se…

Uncategorized IssuesApr 22, 2026

I am writing regarding the defective condition of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder (approx. 16,431 miles) purchased on Nov 10, 2025. With the onset of spring, the A/C system has failed, blowing only ambient air. This aligns with known manufacturer defects: Jump Tube Defect (PC899/PC939…

Visibility/WiperApr 17, 2026

While driving down the road or a smooth road 60 mile an hour 60Β° weather, it sound like a bomb went off inside my car after walking around my car I saw nothing wrong and then before I got in I noticed something on top of the car and it was my panoramic window blown up

Brake SystemApr 11, 2026

My 2022 Nissan Pathfinder was purchased new and now has 27150 miles. On April 9 2026, I was having my summer tires installed and was told by the tire shop that the rear brakes were worn out and needed replacement. I contacted the Nissan dealership who quoted a cost of $570 for b…

Electrical FaultsMar 30, 2026

Front collision sensor has failed, on a vehicle that had 40,000 miles. This keeps the adaptive cruise being able to be used as well as automatic emergency braking.

Brake SystemMar 20, 2026

Vehicle has 65k miles on it and has already been through 2 sets going on 3 of brakes there has been maybe 6k miles put on it and the brakes are going and possibly rotors it feels like the brakes aren't fully releasing. I've seen alot of people complaing so I know its just not my …

Airbag MalfunctionsMar 19, 2026

I am submitting this complaint to report a serious safety issue involving the airbag system in my vehicle. The airbag warning light has illuminated on the dashboard, and I also received a notification indicating that the airbag system may not function properly in the event of a …

Engine ProblemsMar 14, 2026

βΈ» My 2022 Nissan Pathfinder experienced a catastrophic engine failure at approximately 70,000 miles. The vehicle suddenly developed severe engine knocking and required a complete engine replacement. There were no engine warning lights or oil pressure warning lights prior to the…

Electrical FaultsFeb 28, 2026

The vehicle AC has stopped working. This is the ongoing problem in which can cause a fire anytime a leak occurs or a failed AC compressor without anybody knowing can cause a fire oppose a threaten Safety to the community.

Structural ProblemsFeb 8, 2026

Hi as I was driving my car on a clear road no cars near my car all of a sudden my sunroof exploded as if it was shot my a military tank we panicked thankfully tried to maintain calm and it didn’t hurt my children and thankfully no car was around as the sound did put us at panick …

Uncategorized IssuesJan 21, 2026

While driving at a moderate speed of 65 mph, the back portion of my panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered. There was a very loud noises followed by rattling of the glass on the sun roof cover. I pulled over immediately and pulled the sunroof cover half way back to see a hole …

Uncategorized IssuesDec 2, 2025

I also have noticed the gurgling sound from the passenger's side when raining and/or when I have had my vehicle washed, and as of this morning 12/02/2025, I have a leak inside the cabin of my vehicle from the middle upper console and over the passenger side window. I am taking i…

Transmission / DrivetrainNov 25, 2025

While driving at normal speed, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into neutral twice without any driver input. During both incidents, the vehicle suddenly lost propulsion in traffic, creating a safety risk for the occupants and surrounding vehicles. Prior to and after these …

Transmission / DrivetrainOct 15, 2025

While driving the vehicle under normal conditions the transmission will shift itself into 'Neutral'. The unloaded engine will rev-up and the vehicle speed will decrease. 'Drive' must be re-selected on the shifter to resume driving normally. This has occurred a few times in var…

Uncategorized IssuesOct 13, 2025

On 10/12/25, while driving on the interstate, the sunroof of our 2022 Nissan Pathfinder suddenly exploded. As of today (10/13/2025), the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. When the sunroof failed, the interior roof shade was closed. I was driving at interstate spee…

Transmission / DrivetrainOct 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that after stopping at a gas station, the vehicle was restarted but stalled. There several unknown warning lights flashing on the instrument cluster. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed to a local deal…

Airbag MalfunctionsOct 2, 2025

Airbag light just came on today 10/2/25 Electronic emissions control will turn on and off the same day every few months.

Brake SystemSep 29, 2025

The rear brakes are failing at unusually low miles with no indicator on the dashboard that they needed service. Basically we just started hearing a grinding noise. The Nissan dealer says this is normal for that vehicle, but I have never seen brakes begin to fail this soon under …

Steering DefectsSep 17, 2025

For the past couple of months we noticed the car is swaying to one side when it accelerates. We took the car for an alignment and the problem persists. The car is now swaying aggressively to one side when driving at higher speeds. This occurs while driving in the highways. We hav…

Brake SystemAug 7, 2025

I have 44K miles and had to replace my rear brakes 4 times. I paid for them twice and Nissan covered the cost the first time when they ran out at 7K miles and the last time the replaced the rear brakes and rotors. There is something seriously wrong with the rear brake being under…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder.

Recalls for 2022 Nissan Pathfinder

5 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 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.

21V742000Invalid Date
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

21V743000Invalid Date
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

21V706000Oct 9, 2021
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

22V111000Invalid Date
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

22V527000Invalid Date
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

2022 Nissan Pathfinder β€” FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?β–Ύ

Notable Issues. The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has 128 NHTSA owner complaints, 3 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Brake System (33 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?β–Ύ

#1: Brake System (33 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (23 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (18 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?β–Ύ

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has 3 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 128 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. The largest issue: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?β–Ύ

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has notable issues β€” review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Brake System 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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