1993 Nissan Pathfinder: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 49 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine and engine cooling (52% of complaints); the 1992 model year looks more trouble-free.
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All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“This is the second 1993 nissan pathfinder I have owned and both have had the exact same problem with the frame. The rear crossmember completely rusts out and falls off the problem is vary dangerous not only to other drivers but it also severs the rear brake line. I was driving in my ally hit a pot hole doing maybe 10 tops went to stop and could not had to use the emergency brake to stop. I could have killed someone or myself. There needs to be a recall on all the old model frames cus it is a continues problem. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jan 2011
“Rear suspension has separated from the frame due to extreme rusting of frame rails. Excess movement of rear axle from separation damaged the brake line and caused loss of rear brakes. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Nov 2008
“*note: the tires in question are size 235/75r15...this size option was not available in the drop down box./// blowout and near accident occurred. After further evaluation it was determined the sidewalls of the front right tire had collapsed upon entering a slow curve. The condition had existed earlier as the sidewalls were worn to the threads being exposed. After further evaluation ;all four tires seem to have a very flimsy and sub-standard sidewall construction. The vehicle will not be driven until all four tires can be replaced. *tr”Owner report · Tires · Nov 2007
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“There is a recurring problem with the exhaust manifold and the manifold studs breaking, resulting in an exhaust leak inside the engine compartment which causes exhaust fumes to enter the passenger compartment. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2004
“Consumer was informed the rear end frame of the vehicle was full of body rot, and if impacted in an accident, it would disintegrate.*jb”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2003
“Exhaust manifold was cracked,and bolts were broken, causing exhaust fumes to leak inside vehicle when outdoor vent was open.contacted dealer.this was a common problem.*ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2002
“Exhaust manifold studs are broken on both sides. Dealership wants $1400.00 to repair. This is a common problem that nissan has been aware of and does nothing to compensate their customers for. Causes exhast leaks into the car.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2001
“The timing belt of the vehicle broke causing loss of power. The dealer replaced.the pistons stuck in a closed position and it bent the valves in the engine. The consumer was seeking partila refund for bent valve and piston that were replaced. *yh”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2001
“Both my manifold have fallen down because of a broken bolt on the motor, they tell me this is a fault on thes cars. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2000
“#1 and #2 cylinder exhaust manifold studs broken one year apart...manufacturer defect? As there appears to be many reports and tsb, and costly to repair”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 1999
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 5 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 1993 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
NHTSA has 49 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 1993 Nissan Pathfinder. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling (52% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1993 Nissan Pathfinder problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 141,500 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.