Most common 2026 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Pathfinder complaints by model year
Best Pathfinder years: 2012, 2011, 2020. Years to avoid: 2013, 2014, 2025, 2022, 2015. Compare all years →
What 2026 Nissan Pathfinder owners say
Driver assistance
Side airbags did not deploy during a 45-35mph left turn collision to drivers fender, door, rear door and the auto brake engaged impeding the vehicle to clear the lane. Not positive but the body shop said the seat belt did not engage properly? Injuries sustained to driver was loss of consciousness from head impact breaking door window, whiplash and broken right tibial plateau fracture. Still suffering side effects from severe concussion and fracture
The contact owns a 2026 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera displayed a blank screen. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.
2026 Nissan Pathfinder engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 27 / 23 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 9-speed automatic | 4WD | 21 / 26 / 23 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2026 Pathfinder rates average: 1.6× as many complaints as a typical year of the Pathfinder at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The driver assistance — 4 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic emergency braking. Next are the electrical system (2) and windows, wipers & sunroof (2).
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Pathfinder?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2011 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013, 2014, 2025, 2022 and 2015. See the full Nissan Pathfinder years comparison.
At what mileage do 2026 Nissan Pathfinder problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 152,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.