1990 Nissan Pathfinder problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train:automatic Transmission (9) · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe (7) · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System (3)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
Compared against other Nissan Pathfinder model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (13)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems 2010-09-30 · NTB-09-101 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. no models or model years listed. *pe updated on 08-11-2011. *kb
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2010-09-13 · NTB-09-129 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
nissan: vent control valve replacement. when replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables 2009-04-06 · NTB-09-030 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no model years listed. *pe
Seat Belts:front 2005-10-28 · 99022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Seat Belts:front 2003-08-05 · NTB99022C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Unknown Or Other 2001-06-18 · NTB01031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
subject regarding essential tool - rear axle bearing removal kit. *ttthe kit is an essential tool and and will be automatically sent to all nissan dealers.
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.