Traction Control complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 3% | 2,000 miles |
| 2018 | 6 | 8% | 16,000 miles |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% | 97,000 miles |
| 2015 | 7 | 2% | 42,000 miles |
| 2013 | 11 | 1% | 49,000 miles |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% | 134,000 miles |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% | 44,000 miles |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2008 | 4 | 1% | 110,000 miles |
| 2007 | 4 | 1% | 140,000 miles |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% | 85,000 miles |
| 2005 | 4 | 0% | 86,000 miles |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% | 139,000 miles |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% | 180,000 miles |
| 1996 | 4 | 3% | 149,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (electronic stability control and traction control).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
I purchased my 2018 Pathfinder in March 2018 and before I drove it off the lot the MIL light came on. They took it to the service dept, said they fixed it. I drove it home and on the way home you could feel the car stutter and when outside of the car you could hear the engine misfire. The AEB light, slip indicator light and MIL came on. Took it back to the dealership. They never could figure out how to fix it. They ended up finding another car like mine and I traded vehicles. Now over a year later the AEB light and slip indicator light have come on a couple times. Was told that there was a sensor that was recalled. They fixed that. Now the AEB light and slip indicator lights came on again. Called to get a service appt - days later the MIL light came on. It is currently in the service department at the dealership. I do not feel like this problem should be happening already. …
Four separate times as I was driving a warning appeared that said " front radar unavailable due to obstruction". I am under warranty, took to coggin Nissan @ the avenues jacksonville fl. They are aware of faulty sensor problems but refused to fix the issue stating that they did not see the warning when they drove it and their antiquated computer checker could not find a problem. They kept my car for 5 hours and did not replace the faulty sensor that Nissan corp is totally aware of. This dealer said they won't get reinbursed from Nissan for the part unless I can prove that I am receiving these messages. That is their way out of having to fix the problem. I am afraid to drive my car now and only have 15,930 miles on it ! Many Nissan models have this faulty sensor. They also did not fix the problem with the radio/navigation screen freezing and turning all black. …
We purchased a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder for our family 5 from peters Nissan in nashua n.h. August 2017. In November 2018 we started having problems with the vehicle losing power, and shaking like it's ready to stall out. We took it in to Nissan and they claimed they replaced all 6 fuel injectors and 5 upper injector 0-rings. We brought it back on dec 3, 2018 for the same problem and Nissan documentation states that they performed road test and vehicle road gauge read all the way empty even though the vehicle had one half a tank of fuel. They claimed to have replaced internal fuel pump and and the vehicle fuel gauge was then reading at the appropriate level and the vehicle was returned to us. On jan 14, 2019 we took the vehicle back to Nissan for the same mechanical problem and they kept it until feb 6 claiming that they were doing extensive research to diagnose and fix the problem. …
I bought this vehicle in 2018 since then I've had this vehicle in the shop multiple times . My differential was replaced a few months after I bought the vehicle along with my fan blades . This is again an issue for my car this just having gotten it back because I had to do a complete engine replacement in my now only 4 year old car . My car was out of warranty from Nissan based on any of the mileage . I took it to one dealership who claimed that I had metal in my oil said nothing of smudge in the oil mind you I had just had my oil changed again not told anything . I was driving home from work in March 2020 when my low oil pressure light kicked on which didn't make sense as I had just had an oil change a few weeks prior and kept up on my oil changes . The engine that is in my vehicle is apparently nissans newest engine and a very expensive one at that . …
I purchased my Nissan in August of 2018. It only had a little over 23K miles. On 12/22/2018 I took my vehicle to baron Nissan where I purchased it and advised that the vehicle would not accel when speed was below 20 miles per hour. If I attempted to slow down and then begin to accel again the vehicle would not move. It just rolls as I press the gas pedal many times. Then all of a sudden the vehicle would begin to accel. The dealer advised the stop lamp switch needed to be replaced and it was covered under warranty. I left with the vehicle and then two days later I began to have the same issue again. It is random and you never can tell when it's going to happen. This is very dangerous when attempting to get on a highway or making a left turn and the car doesn't accelerate. Car went back to baron Nissan on 12/29/2018. …
From a complete stop my car would not accelerate faster than 10 MPH. It has happened several times now. The first time I was on the highway in stop and go traffic and when it was time to accelerate, I was unable to even pressing the gas all the way to the floor. I had to pull over and brake, then hit the gas and it was able to go again. The next time was after braking at a stop sign. The third time was after stopping at a red light. I had heavy traffic behind me and I could only go 10 MPH. I even noticed after I parked my car and got out of it my brake lights were still on as if someone was sitting there pressing the brake-which wasn't the case at all. This is very dangerous. I had my child in the car all three times and im lucky I did not get rear ended.
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving 50-55 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping sound and the vehicle started to wobble. The contact decelerated and pulled over safely. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact checked the vehicle but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the rear subframe frame and cross member had fractured. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated prior to his collision the vehicle would display 'air bags deployed' message as well as front passenger side air bags off warning light would illuminate when occupied. The vehicle was taken to woodmen Nissan (6840 vincent dr, colorado springs, co 80918) where the failure diagnoses was not known to the contact. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic in texas where a sub harness and occupant seat module was replaced. However, the contact stated in December of 2019 while driving 40 MPH and making a left turn, when he impacted another vehicle. The contact stated the front driver air bags semi deployed and the front passenger side air bags did not deploy. …
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Pathfinder years have traction control problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2013 (11), 2015 (7), 2018 (6) and 2006 (5) model years. Traction Control complaints make up 1% of all complaints for the 2013.
Is there a recall for Nissan Pathfinder traction control problems?
No. NHTSA lists no stability & traction control recall for any Nissan Pathfinder model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Nissan Pathfinder traction control problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 81,000 miles; 43% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the automatic (asc) (2 mentions).
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.