Recalls: Nissan R50 Pathfinder
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Nissan R50 Pathfinder
- In September 2001, a recall was issued for Nissan R50 Pathfinder vehicles due to brackets which attached gas struts to the rear door hatch potentially not having been made to specification. At high temperatures, the increase in gas pressure could cause the brackets to bend, resulting in the struts detaching from the brackets (PRA 2001/4928).
Problems and faults: Nissan R50 Pathfinder
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Nissan R50 Pathfinder
- On early Nissan R50 Pathfinder models, vibrations when driving at around 60 km/h may be due to the front driveshaft having been installed out of phase.
- The Nissan Pathfinder’s automatic transmission may seem to drop out of gear between shifts, requiring the transmission control module to be replaced.
- A rumbling, bearing-like noise from the transfer case may be fixed by replacing the companion flange with a redesigned component.
- The front suspension may squeaks when driving on rough roads due to a problem between the strut rod and rubber bumper.
- High-pitched squealing noises from the front brakes may be eliminated by replacing the baffle plate on both sides.
- The airbag light on the dashboard may flash due to a faulty SRS sensor.
- Stones may lodge between the rear shock absorbers and their top mounting brackets – this can be prevented by inserting a piece of foam.
