Nissan Pathfinder (R51) Problems by Year
A rugged and capable seven-seater, the R51 Pathfinder is an excellent tow car, but it shares the D40 Navara’s chassis rust issues and has a high risk of transmission failure on automatics.
Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.
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View Nissan Pathfinder (R51) DirectoryBuying Tips for the Nissan Pathfinder (R51)
- ✓On automatic models, check the transmission fluid for any pink or milky appearance (SMOD).
- ✓Thoroughly inspect the chassis rails for internal corrosion and structural rot.
- ✓Listen for timing chain rattle on the 2.5 dCi engine, especially on pre-2010 models.