10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,949 miles

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problem #175

Mar 272024

Pathfinder

  • miles
The front passenger air bag turned off when an adult or teen sits in the seat. The air bag has remained turned off. The warning light also started to flash periodically and now continuously flashes.

- North Caldwell, NJ, USA

problem #174

Aug 152023

Pathfinder

  • miles
Hi, in 2018, Nissan replaced the passenger occupancy module as part of a recall. That module has now gone bad again (~5 years), and Nissan is charging its customers to replace. Maybe we are unlucky, but wondering if the repair with a faulty part is a pattern that is introducing risk and unnecessary cost to customers. Hoping the NHTSA can review data to determine whether this is a pattern or one-off. Thank you.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #173

Sep 302022

Pathfinder

  • miles
While pushing the auto button to slid the passenger front seat to vacuum the floor carpet the airbag sensor broke off. This made the airbag system to be non operational on the front passerenger seat putting any passenger in danger with no airbags. Poor design of such an important safety system that just sliding the seat would break such an important part!

- Brentwood, TN, USA

problem #172

Mar 072019

Pathfinder

  • miles
The air bag light indicating that the passenger air bag is disabled does not go off when someone sits in the passenger seat. This matches NHTSA Campaign Number 15V681000 from October 20, 2015 with the description Air Bag may not Detect Passenger in Seat. However, Nissan says that my VIN is not part of the recall. This makes no sense to me since my vehicle has this issue. I do not know exactly when this started as I don't often carry passengers. The date I put in was around the last time I took this vehicle in for what I believe was to address a recall issue. I'm also concerned that my vehicle could have the issue from April 26, 2016, NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000, Passenger Air Bag may not Deploy due to OCS Error.

- Safety Harbor, FL, USA

problem #171

Jul 252022

Pathfinder

  • miles
Passenger side airbag does not show as engage due to a faulty (OCS) sensor per inspection by Nissan dealership names #1 Cochran. This is a known problem covered under Nissan's recall PC216. This recall was performed on the vehicle in 2017. The sensor is faulty again. The fix that Nissan proposed is not a long term correction of the problem. Obviously, if the vehicle is involved in an accident with my wife in the passenger seat the airbag would not work due to a faulty sensor that registers no one being present in the passenger seat.

- Irwin, PA, USA

problem #170

May 292022

Pathfinder

  • miles
Passenger airbag sensor indicates seat is empty even though someone is sitting in it. Have not had it checked yet. Going this week.

- Corpus Christi , TX, USA

problem #169

May 072021

Pathfinder 6-cyl

  • 102,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the front passenger-??s side air bag and the "solid air bag #2" warning lights were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air bag sensor to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V069000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000. Consumer has not stated when the incident occured.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

problem #168

Sep 262021

Pathfinder

  • 149,989 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. He also stated that the OCS sensor failed to recognize an occupant seated in the passenger-??s side seat, which would cause the air bag to become inoperable. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V681000 (Air Bags) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was 149,989

- Rutherfordton, NC, USA

problem #167

Jun 012021

Pathfinder

  • miles
passenger side airbag light is always on (passenger or not) indicating that the passenger side airbag is off. also, when there is no passenger in the seat, the red airbag light flashes. however, when there is a passenger in the seat, the red airbag light is not on.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #166

Aug 302021

Pathfinder

  • miles
I recently purchased a 2013 Pathfinder with 71,000 miles. My 2013 Pathfinder has a faulty OCS. The RED AIRBAG light is illuminated on the dashboard that will not go off. It also has the PASSENGER AIRBAG light illuminated whether a person is sitting in the passenger seat or not. This light does not go off when an adult is sitting in the seat. There is a recall on 2013 Pathfinders for this problem but my VIN is not showing a recall for this problem even though it has the same issue.

- Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

problem #165

Mar 082021

Pathfinder

  • 215,671 miles
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 repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 215,671.

- Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

problem #164

Jun 012020

Pathfinder

  • 65,000 miles
The light indicating the passenger airbag was disabled came on one day and never went off, indicating the passenger airbag was never enabled, even if an adult was sitting in the front passenger seat. First time to the dealership for this issue, they "cleared the codes" and told me to come back if it happened again. It happened again immediately upon starting the vehicle to depart from the dealership. Second visit to the dealership had me replace the airbag control module/diagnosis unit (to the tune of over $1,100 total parts/labor/tax) because the light would not go off even when reset, and it was not "throwing any codes." I was told something else could still be wrong, but with this unit replaced, it would provide the "codes" for whatever else may require repair. However, once this part was replaced, the problem persisted. Dealership then said the "next step" is to replace 2 airbag sensors and another related unit (another ~$600). If the light is still on after that, they just keep going down the list of airbag system parts to replace until they finally fix the issue. Basically, no one knows what's really wrong, so we'll just keep replacing parts that probably don't actually need to be replaced until we finally reach the one that does. Apparently, this is how Nissan repairs their airbag systems (which a quick online search indicates they have plenty of issues with). The airbag diagnosis unit clearly doesn't actually "diagnose" anything. Meanwhile, I am at their mercy because an airbag issue is cause for state inspection failure and is obviously a major safety concern.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #163

Sep 032019

Pathfinder

  • miles
Through internet search some 2013-2017 Nissan Pathfinders passenger airbags have a recall issued. After contacting Nissan motor Corp. It was explained recalls are VIN specific. I requested an explanation of the process Nissan uses to determine what VIN apply, what department would be able to explain, why would the dealer need to answer the why and how's Nissan determines what VIN apply. The Nissan rep in short explained, he didn't have any answers. The dealer that sold me the vehicle has exceptional service. This matter should in no way reflect on the dealer. Nissan as a three step repair plan for the passenger side airbag if the VIN wasn't listed on the recall. It is my understanding the repair can cost up to $2500-$3000. It appears the airbag issue must have been missed on my VIN. Based on Nissan passenger side airbag repair bulletin it can take up to 3 trips with the cost increasing each time. In my opinion, if some 2013-2017 Pathfinder passenger airbags are recalled there must be an issue. With that said, anyone who's VIN wasn't originally listed should be able to have the passenger side airbag repaired under the recall.

- Alexandria, LA, USA

problem #162

Aug 012020

Pathfinder

  • miles
Airbag light flashing passenger seat with or without someone sitting in the area.

- Fishers, IN, USA

problem #161

Sep 012020

Pathfinder

  • 147,000 miles
Hood flutters going down the highway. Has been previously adjusted under safety recall. Not repaired completely by dealership. Cvt transmission judder. Has been reprogrammed by dealership, did not repair problem. Bands now slipping and out of mileage warranty. Occupant sensor for airbag previously repaired by dealership. Still does not work. Replaced cushion. Still not repaired. Dealership refuses to repair. Liftgate scratches roof when opening. Dealership said the liftgate has a code. Brandon Nissan in brandon Florida. Will not repair any of the technical service bulletins on this vehicle.

- Brandon, FL, USA

problem #160

May 012019

Pathfinder 6-cyl

  • 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated prior to his collision the vehicle would display 'air bags deployed' message as well as front passenger side air bags off warning light would illuminate when occupied. The vehicle was taken to woodmen Nissan (6840 vincent dr, Colorado springs, co 80918) where the failure diagnoses was not known to the contact. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic in Texas where a sub harness and occupant seat module was replaced. However, the contact stated in December of 2019 while driving 40 mph and making a left turn, when he impacted another vehicle. The contact stated the front driver air bags semi deployed and the front passenger side air bags did not deploy. He sustained head injuries while his daughter was sitting in the front passenger seat sustained back and leg injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and deemed a total loss by the insurance company. The manufacturer was notified of issues however, no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 97,000. Manufacturer states that air bags functioned properly. They state that their inspection showed the full deployment of the driver air bag. The passenger air bag was suppressed due to a detected child.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #159

Aug 202013

Pathfinder

  • miles
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V244000, 13V069000 and 15V681000 (air bags) and 14V138000 (electrical system, air bags) at Nissan of huntington (850 E jericho turnpike, huntington station, NY 11746, (631) 533-4888). The dealer reprogrammed the air bag module control unit, but did not replace the sensors. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer six times for the same failure, which was never performed satisfactorily. The contact had to pay to repair both the sensor and module. The contact stated that the vehicle was in the process of being repaired again. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 37582283. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Plainview, NY, USA

problem #158

Aug 132019

Pathfinder

  • 55,034 miles
The airbag system is not functioning properly. The SRS light is flashing on the dash. The air bag light will not detect a passenger weighing over 150 lbs. The problem was addressed with a recall. In may of 2018, the problem was temporarily fixed by replacing the acu diag unit, the air bag press detection module assembly, the occupant sensor, and the air bag pressure detection sensor. The problem is occurring again just over a year later. This problems occurs in all driving conditions at all times. The flashing light suppresses the air bag system meaning an air bag will not work as it should during an accident. This leaves my family and I at risk of injury or death if an accident was to occur. The reoccurrence of the problem took place on August 13, 2009. The original problem was addressed on may, 9, 2018.

- Suffolk, VA, USA

problem #157

Sep 272019

Pathfinder

  • 36,000 miles
Passenger airbag light stays on even when a passenger is in the seat. Been repaired multiple times and continues to happen. Remains on at stand still and moving.

- Wpb, FL, USA

problem #156

Feb 012019

Pathfinder

  • 97,600 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Continental Nissan (located at 5750 South la grange road, countryside, il 60525, (708) 613-8210) where it was diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,600.

- Lockport, IL, USA

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