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5N1AR2MM1DC••••••2013 Nissan PATHFINDER
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2013 Nissan PATHFINDER build (37 vs 23).
37on this build
781on the model
34builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 17Suspension 5Structure 5Air Bags 4
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionNov 2024
When getting a new set of tires found out that drivers side rear subframe assembly rusted away where the control arm attaches after looking at a Nissan fourn there are many with the same problem worried that due to this might be a issue for me and my children traveling to he…
Power TrainOct 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering and shaking abnormally while attempting to turn left or right. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was…
StructureAug 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle swayed to the right. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the rear subframe was extremely corroded, causing the…
Vehicle Speed ControlJun 2021
I was driving down the road and the car wouldn’t shift into second gear. The speed limit was 35 mph and my car would only go 20 mph. I couldn’t drive home safely, no warning lights came on or anything. Dealership said my CVT transmission needs to be replaced. This sudden drop in…
Air BagsMar 2021
The contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to lupient nissan of brooklyn park (7910 lakeland ave n, brooklyn park, mn 55445, (763) 244-2650) but was not diagnosed nor…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5N1AR2MM1DC681076 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.