The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
The risk
An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-420 (22V420000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R22A2 R22A3 R24B7 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch |
| Report date | June 13, 2022 |
| Owners notified | March 26, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 322,671 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the locks & latches
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-420 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 322,671 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.