Nissan Pathfinder 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Pathfinder 2023 and 104 complaints filed by owners. It has 7% more 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 2023? 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 2023
Seats
NHTSA campaign 23V268000 · 2023-04-13
What happens
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
Consequence
An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
104 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
4 with a crash · 1 injury
Most reported problems on the Nissan Pathfinder 2023
- Electrical system: 23 (22% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 21 (20% of complaints)
- Brakes: 20 (19% of complaints)
- Engine: 15 (14% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 13 (13% 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 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Check for loss of power, stalling or uneven acceleration on the test drive.
- 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | Not rated | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | Not rated |
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 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Pathfinder 2023. 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 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (23 of 104 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).