1997 Nissan Pathfinder
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder recalls 4
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IN WH…
Fix: NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DURING THE COATING PROCESS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY, AN INSUF…
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 235 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder trims & engines on record
1997 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles on record
1997 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05SXVW188099
1997 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y5VW103092
1997 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y8VW187490
1997 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y5VW134777
1997 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y7VW171331
1997 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05S3VW132229
1997 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y9VW150349
1997 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05S8VW131898
1997 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y6VW170476
1997 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y4VW142613
1997 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y9VW101832
1997 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y0VW176791
1997 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05S2VW107936
1997 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y7VW119214
1997 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y5VW183851
Other Nissan Pathfinder model years
1997 Nissan Pathfinder — frequently asked questions
Does the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on 235 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, steering, structure.
What gas mileage does the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder at about 16 mpg combined (15 city / 18 highway).
How much is a 1997 Nissan Pathfinder worth?
Comparable 1997 Nissan Pathfinder listings run roughly $600–$2,000, typically around $1,146 (from 13 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.