Model year guide

2018 Nissan Pathfinder

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Nissan Pathfinder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 44 on record.

2018 Nissan Pathfinder — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints76
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$23,049

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2018 Nissan Pathfinder recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip NHTSA Campaign #19V807000 · 08/11/2019

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow…

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip NHTSA Campaign #18V601000 · 07/09/2018

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS…

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #19V654000 · 12/09/2019

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and displ…

Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-620…

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.

2018 Nissan Pathfinder common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

2018 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Nissan Pathfinder worth?

Low
$16,699
Typical price
$23,049
High
$30,995

From 24 comparable 2018 Nissan Pathfinder listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Nissan Pathfinder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,800
Total$16,800
Per mile$0.22

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 ($23,049) with the same model 5 model-years older ($20,237), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Nissan Pathfinder trims & engines on record

Trims
SV · S
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

2018 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles on record

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2018 Nissan Pathfinder — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, back over prevention.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2018 Nissan Pathfinder worth?

Comparable 2018 Nissan Pathfinder listings run roughly $16,699–$30,995, typically around $23,049 (from 24 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.