The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. The third-row headrests may have an improper weld or misaligned internal components, which can allow the headrest to move or detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
The risk
Headrests that move or detach may not adequately restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace all three third-row seat headrests, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC844.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-742 (21V742000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | PC844 / PC853 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Seats › Mid/rear assembly › Head restraint |
| Report date | September 23, 2021 |
| Owners notified | November 17, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 10,082 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-742 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all three third-row seat headrests, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC844.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,082 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.