What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?

Brakes lead the complaint groups. Electrical, engine and power train groups follow. See the problems section for the full list.

Does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder have recalls?

Yes. The recalls section lists them, and the by-year fact gives the count.

How reliable is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?

NHTSA has 136 complaints on file. They are unverified owner reports, so read the problem groups to see where owners report trouble.

What is the gas mileage of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?

See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.

Is 2022 the best year for the Nissan Pathfinder?

See the by-year comparison on this page. It lines up complaints and recalls for each year.

2022 Nissan Pathfinder Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 136 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder^[1]. Brakes top the list with 35 complaints^[2].

136owner complaints^[1]

5recalls^[3]

22–23MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

5★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups owners name most often, biggest first.

Brakes. 35 complaints^[2]. Owners describe rear pads wearing out early, rotors that shudder or pulse when stopping, and a parking brake that would not let go at startup.
Unknown or other. 26 complaints^[6]. These reports do not point to one clear component, so we do not try to sum them up.
Electrical system. 20 complaints^[7]. In the stories we read, owners describe a car that is slow to start, warning lights and sensors that act up at random, and an infotainment screen that freezes.
Engine. 18 complaints^[8]. Owners describe the car losing power while driving, warning lights coming on, and a stall after service.
Power train. 17 complaints^[9]. Owners describe the car not accelerating when the pedal is pressed, shifting on its own, and drive modes that behave oddly.
Seats. 16 complaints^[10]. This group also includes injury reports^[10].
Forward collision avoidance. 11 complaints^[11]. This group includes crash reports^[11].
Speed control. 8 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2022 Pathfinder is necessarily included.

Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software (22V527), July 2022. About 10,477 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced visibility. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Seats › Critical Fasteners (22V111), February 2022. About 21 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Seats › Critical Fasteners (21V743), September 2021. About 5,895 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Head Restraint (21V742), September 2021. About 10,082 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch (21V706), September 2021. About 3,030 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Pathfinder 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[4]	21 / 26 / 23	$2,900
Pathfinder 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[18]	21 / 27 / 23	$2,900
Pathfinder 4WD Platinum, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[19]	20 / 25 / 22	$3,050

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV AWD^[5]	5	4	5	4	15.5%
SUV FWD^[20]	n/a	4	5	n/a	n/a

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2022 Nissan Pathfinder with 3.5L 6-cylinder^[21]	284 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
PATHFINDER S/SV 4DR SUV^[22]	197 in	78 in	71 in	114 in	4,478 lb
PATHFINDER SL/PLATINUM 4DR SUV^[23]	197 in	78 in	71 in	114 in	4,594 lb

How 2022 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Pathfinder model year. The 2022 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1995	170	0
1996	159	3
1997	217	2
1998	149	2
1999	104	2
2000	112	2
2001	230	3
2002	156	5
2003	110	3
2004	67	3
2005	1,050	2
2006	837	3
2007	561	1
2008	328	4
2009	37	3
2010	40	4
2011	45	2
2012	23	2
2013	890	11
2014	585	12
2015	321	6
2016	107	2
2017	186	2
2018	78	3
2019	76	2
2020	48	0
2022	136	5
2023	107	1
2024	86	2
2025	55	1
2026	12	0

NHTSA's counts for the Pathfinder show 136 complaints and 5 recalls for 2022^[3]. Among the 31 model years listed, 16 have fewer complaints than 2022 and 14 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2026 (12) and the most are for 2005 (1,050)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2022 Pathfinder?

The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has 136 complaints on file^[1]. Brakes are the biggest group^[2], followed by reports that do not name a clear component^[6]. Electrical, engine and power train issues also show up^[7]^[8]^[9]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales^[1]. Check the recalls and year comparison sections on this page before you decide.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?: Brakes lead the complaint groups^[2]. Electrical, engine and power train groups follow^[7]^[8]^[9]. See the problems section for the full list.
Does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder have recalls?: Yes. The recalls section lists them, and the by-year fact gives the count^[3].
How reliable is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?: NHTSA has 136 complaints on file^[1]. They are unverified owner reports, so read the problem groups to see where owners report trouble^[2]^[6].
What is the gas mileage of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?: See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
Is 2022 the best year for the Nissan Pathfinder?: See the by-year comparison on this page. It lines up complaints and recalls for each year^[3].

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Nissan Pathfinder

2005 1,050 complaints, 2 recalls
2006 837 complaints, 3 recalls
2012 23 complaints, 2 recalls
2013 890 complaints, 11 recalls
2014 585 complaints, 12 recalls
2015 321 complaints, 6 recalls
2016 107 complaints, 2 recalls
2017 186 complaints, 2 recalls
2018 78 complaints, 3 recalls
2019 76 complaints, 2 recalls
2020 48 complaints, 0 recalls
2022 this page
2023 107 complaints, 1 recall
2024 86 complaints, 2 recalls
2025 55 complaints, 1 recall
2026 12 complaints, 0 recalls

Compare all model years of the Nissan Pathfinder

Other Nissan models from 2022

2022 Nissan Frontier 112 complaints, 6 recalls

All Nissan models

Similar cars from 2022: small suvs

2022 Ford Bronco Sport 369 complaints, 15 recalls
2022 Kia Telluride 327 complaints, 7 recalls
2022 Lexus RX 39 complaints, 0 recalls
2022 Lincoln Corsair 58 complaints, 20 recalls
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 5 complaints, 2 recalls
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander 229 complaints, 10 recalls

All small suvs we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 136 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
35 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 11,500). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Pathfinder model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Pathfinder 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 26 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
26 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
20 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
18 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
17 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
16 complaints name the seats component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
11 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
8 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 22V527, filed July 21, 2022: Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 22V111, filed February 24, 2022: Seats › Critical Fasteners. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V743, filed September 23, 2021: Seats › Critical Fasteners. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V742, filed September 23, 2021: Seats › Mid / Rear Assembly › Head Restraint. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V706, filed September 10, 2021: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Hood › Latch. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Pathfinder 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Pathfinder 4WD Platinum, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S9), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2022 Nissan Pathfinder with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 284 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PATHFINDER S/SV 4DR SUV: length 197 in, width 78 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 114 in, curb weight 4,478 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, PATHFINDER SL/PLATINUM 4DR SUV: length 197 in, width 78 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 114 in, curb weight 4,594 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2022 Nissan Pathfinder: problems, recalls and fuel economy