2022 Nissan Pathfinder: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder: 5 recalls, 136 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #21V706000 · 2021 · 3,030 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 pathfinder vehicles. Insufficient welds May allow the secondary hood latch retainer bracket to detach from the front bumper assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "hood latch system."
Why it matters: A detached secondary hood latch May allow the hood to open if the primary hood latch is not engaged, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the secondary hood latch bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021.
Seats, Seats Vehicle recall #21V743000 · 2021 · 5,895 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat back frames May have insufficient welds that could separate.
Why it matters: Seat backs with separated welds May fail to adequately restrain occupants during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replaced the seat assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021.
Seats Vehicle recall #21V742000 · 2021 · 10,082 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 pathfinder vehicles. The third-row headrests May have an improper weld or misaligned internal components, which can allow the headrest to move or detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "head restraints."
Why it matters: Headrests that move or detach May not adequately restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace all three third-row seat headrests, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021.
Seats Vehicle recall #22V111000 · 2022 · 21 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Infiniti qx60 and Nissan pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat track May be missing a mounting bolt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: A missing mounting bolt May allow the seat track to move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat track and install a new mounting bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2022.
Equipment, Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V527000 · 2022 · 10,477 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rogue, 2022 frontier, pathfinder, and titan rental vehicles. When the sirius xm subscription is set to "not subscribed," it May cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (33): the most common themes are noise or vibration (6), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (26): the most common themes are leaks (9), noise or vibration (6).
- Electrical (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), warning light on (5).
- Engine (18): the most common themes are warning light on (7), electrical failure (4).
The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder has 136 owner complaints, ranking #15 of 36 Pathfinder model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 203). Complaints peaked in 2023 (31 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 11,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (104 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2022 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 2022 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (33), other / unknown (26), electrical (20).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 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.