2016 Nissan Pathfinder: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder: 2 recalls, 105 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V244000 · 2016 · 3,296,947 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan altima, nv200, leaf, sentra, and pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan nv200 taxi, Infiniti qx60, qx60 hybrid, and q50 hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan rogue and Infiniti q50, 2015-2016 Nissan murano, murano hybrid, and Chevrolet city express, 2014-2015 Nissan pathfinder hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti jx35 vehicles. In these…
Why it matters: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet city express owners will be notified by general motors. Dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit (acu) and ocs electronic control unit (ECU) in altima, maxima, murano, rogue, and sentra vehicles, and replace the ocs ECU in leaf, nv200, nv200 taxi,…
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #22V420000 · 2022 · 322,671 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 pathfinder vehicles. On certain pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch May malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
Why it matters: An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (27): the most common themes are noise or vibration (17), overheating (5), stalls / loses power (4).
- Other / unknown (21): the most common themes are noise or vibration (10).
- Airbags (18): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (11): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (8).
The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder has 105 owner complaints, ranking #18 of 36 Pathfinder model years for complaints (well below the 203 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 48,900 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (321 complaints, 5 recalls), 2017 (186 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (27), other / unknown (21), airbags (18).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.