Nissan Pathfinder 2019 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Pathfinder 2019 and 76 complaints filed by owners. One of them carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning until repaired. It has 22% fewer complaints than the average Nissan Pathfinder from 2016–2025 (98 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Nissan Pathfinder 2019? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Nissan Pathfinder 2019
Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 19V807000 · 2019-11-08 !
Owners are advised to park it outside and away from structures until repaired (fire risk).
What happens
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 2019-09-12
What happens
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
76 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
4 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 2 injuries
Most reported problems on the Nissan Pathfinder 2019
- Engine: 15 (20% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 11 (14% of complaints)
- Brakes: 10 (13% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 10 (13% of complaints)
- Backup camera and sensors: 7 (9% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Nissan Pathfinder 2019
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2019 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Nissan Pathfinder recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 107 complaints
- 2017 : 2 recalls · 186 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 77 complaints
- 2019 : 2 recalls · 76 complaints
- 2020 : 0 recalls · 53 complaints
- 2022 : 5 recalls · 136 complaints
- 2023 : 1 recall · 104 complaints
- 2024 : 2 recalls · 85 complaints
- 2025 : 1 recall · 54 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Nissan Pathfinder 2019 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Pathfinder 2019. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Pathfinder 2019?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (15 of 76 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 15, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).