1998 Nissan Pathfinder
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 22 on record.
1998 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1998 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.
1998 Nissan Pathfinder common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 159 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1998 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1998 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,481) with the same model 3 model-years older ($579), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1998 Nissan Pathfinder trims & engines on record
1998 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles on record
1998 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y0WW259655
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y5WW269632
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05YXWW244614
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y4WW215741
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y3WW262159
1998 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05Y8WW211398
1998 Nissan Pathfinder XEJN8AR05S6WW221827
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y6WW278730
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y1WW257476
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05YXWW239560
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y0WW241642
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y9WW244345
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y1WW264184
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y9WW226492
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y9WW215458
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y3WW281147
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y2WW280751
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y9WW281721
1998 Nissan Pathfinder SEJN8AR05Y9WW230560
1998 Nissan Pathfinder LEJN8AR05Y9WW271397
1998 Nissan PathfinderJN8AR05Y3WW272920
1998 Nissan PathfinderJN8AR05Y0WW220208
Other Nissan Pathfinder model years
1998 Nissan Pathfinder — frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Nissan Pathfinder have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 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 1998 Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on 159 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, steering, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Nissan Pathfinder get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Nissan Pathfinder at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 17 highway).
How much is a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder worth?
Comparable 1998 Nissan Pathfinder listings run roughly $600–$3,000, typically around $1,481 (from 19 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.