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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5N1AR2MN3DC••••••2013 Nissan PATHFINDER
That is about average for the 2013 Nissan PATHFINDER — 23 complaints per build across 34 builds.
36on this build
780on the model
34builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 22Engine 6Air Bags 6Structure 3
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherSep 2025
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) assembly failed completely, rendering the vehicle inoperable. The transmission is currently available for inspection at the independent service center where repairs are being performed. The vehicle was purchased in September 2025 with…
Power TrainSep 2025
The transmission appears to be failing. When accelerating, the RPM increases but the vehicle speed does not respond immediately, creating a slipping and jerking effect. The vehicle is available for inspection if requested. The vehicle hesitates and jerks when accelerating,…
Vehicle Speed ControlAug 2019
Brake lights stay on and vehicle has loss of power when trying to accelerate and the when brake lights go off it goes back to full power. This is a known issue with this model but it appears my VIN number isn't covered although it has the same issues as other 2013 nissan…
Electrical SystemJul 2018
The contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. When the contact started the vehicle by using the remote start feature, the vehicle doors automatically locked while idling. The contact stated that the failure occurred during extreme heat. During the failure, a child occupant was…
Air BagsMay 2015
Passenger seat airbag warning light is not working again. First time fixed by nissan based on recall issued. Once again the passenger seat airbag light is indicating the passenger seat is not occupied when it is being occupied. Do not know if airbag is working or not. The…
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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 5N1AR2MN3DC612267 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.