2023 NISSAN PATHFINDER Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. This model year has 92 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Fuel/Propulsion System
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 24 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 19 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 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 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Car going into neutral while driving several times on the interstate
I am reporting a recurring defect involving the sunroof drain system in my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum that has caused multiple interior flooding incidents. The vehicle has flooded three separate times due to failure of the sunroof drainage system. Water enters the cabin dur…
Premature wear (29k miles) of rear brake pads. I have a report from NTB aka Mavis Took it in today and found 1mm left on back brakes, front standard wear. No alerts or singals were seen in the car
TWO SEATBELT LOCKING MECHANISMS HAVE FAILED TO LOCK THE SEATBELT BUCKLES IN PLACE; THE THIRD SEATBELT LOCKING MEACHANISM FAILED TO RELEASE THE BUCKLE. ALL LOCATED IN THE SECOND ROW OF MY VEHICLE. THE FIRST TWO HAVE BEEN REPLACED BY THE DEALER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPLACE …
My vehicle has the idle stop feature. When at a red light, the vehicle shut off and went into idle mode. However, when the light turned green, and I removed my foot from the brake and pressed the gas, nothing happened. The vehicle had shut off entirely and when I turned it back o…
Went out to my car and shut the door. Heard a cracking sound after I shut the door. Then the back window fell in. It completely shattered the back window from shut the driver side front door.
On my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder I have approximately 25000 miles on it. When I step on the brakes, there is a noticable vibration as if the rotors are warped and pads worn. The brakes and rotors should not be an issue this soon.
I am reporting a failure of the Around View Monitor / camera system on my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. The system stopped functioning completely without warning. Pressing the camera button does nothing, the camera cannot be activated through vehicle settings, and no camera views (rear…
My vehicle has had 3 fuel pump failures in under a year, requiring 3 separate fuel pump replacements by an authorized Nissan dealership. The fuel pump failure causes the vehicle without warning to stall in active traffic, loss of power and the drivers seat to move back away fro…
I am reporting a concern regarding premature rear brake pad and rotor wear on a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder that appears inconsistent with mileage and normal driving conditions and may indicate a brake system design or control issue. The vehicle was purchased as Nissan Certified Pre-…
Premature wear on rear brakes and dealers tells there fine each time I’ve taken it in for service I don’t think they even test driven the car is shakes and vibrates when you brake at speeds higher than 30-40 mph. They advised me the battery needs replacing on the last service tha…
Forward warning system dashboard light goes on and does not shut off. Module has been replaced at a cost of $2500 and this has not solved the problem. Light has gone off with a chime alarm and yellow triangle with an exclamation point too. We were told we needed to get it fixed a…
The control buttons located on the steering wheel of the newer model Nissan Pathfinder are malfunctioning. These buttons control numerous functions and sensors. What's happening is, the spring action of the buttons are failing and the button is loose. This causes the button to ma…
Vehicle Year: 2023 Make: Nissan Model: Pathfinder Platinum 4WD VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 24,500 Date First Noticed: October 8, 2025 Problem: The panoramic sunroof drain system is defective, causing water to leak into the cabin during rain, dripping from the driver-side overhead conso…
Front Parking assist sensors excessively activates theyre calibrated no faults given to Nissan Tech even at a complete stop they go off with loud obnoxious beeping this has been documented by my local dealer they're dumbfounded because there's no faults any speed under 6 MPH they…
AVM cameras stopped working. The Pathfinder is a large vehicle with inherent blind spots. The rearview camera system is essential for safety. The problem was inspected and verified by local Nissan dealership (Jim Kerras Nissan of Jackson, TN). The problem is unresolved and dealer…
I brought my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder in for an oil change and tire rotation at 33, 221 miles and was informed my rear brake pads were worn and my rotors needed to be re-surfaced. I understand this is a long standing issue with 2022 and 2023 Nissan Pathfinders. I rive 95% highway …
Passenger side captain seat frame has too much play causing shaking and noise in the seat when passenger is in seat. Frame was replaced 05/2024 and same issue has occurred less than a year later. After accident on 10/17/2025, sound has gotten worse in seat and inspection shows fr…
Rear brakes needed to be replaced at 20,000 miles. Dealership stated it was normal for electronic brakes to go out that early, which is absurd. Took the car to another mechanic to have the work done, turns out it was a defect in the assembly of the car and the brakes were not ful…
Heard a high pitch whistle sound coming from front right of vehicle when accelerating. Mechanic confirmed it’s a vacuum leak in the intake manifold runner. Nissan says this is not part of powertrain warranty will not cover. Last I checked the intake is part of powertrain. Vehicle…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder.
Recalls for 2023 Nissan Pathfinder
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 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.
2023 Nissan Pathfinder — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder has 92 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (24 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (24 complaints). #2: Fuel/Propulsion System (21 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (19 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder has 4 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 92 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. The largest issue: SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?▾
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues 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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