Model year guide

2024 Nissan Pathfinder

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder — representative photo
Representative photo

2024 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints84
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined21–23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder recalls 2

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #24V176000 · manufacturer #PD106, PD107 · 05/03/2024

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The lap belt pretensioner in the left-side front seat belt assembly may be improperly secured, due to a missing rivet. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection," 209 "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly …

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side front lap seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-620…

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #24V154000 · manufacturer #PD103, PD104, PMA34 · 27/02/2024

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWDFrontal crash test
Side barrier test — 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWDSide barrier test
Side pole test — 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWDSide pole test

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder MPG & running costs

Combined21–23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,188
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,938 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,940
Fuel only$15,940
Per mile$0.21

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
197.2 in
Width
78.0 in
Height
70.9 in
Wheelbase
114.2 in
Curb weight
4,478–4,594 lb
Front track
65.4 in
Rear track
65.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 32

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 32.

AEB WARNING WITH ONE OR MORE CURRENT DTCS STORED IN THE ADAS CONTROL UNIT 2, AND/OR THE LASER/RADAR CONTROL UNIT IF YOU CONFIRM The front radar is inoperative, the AEB warning is displayed, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored as CURRENT: · U2752-8…

Bulletin NTB26-027 · Service Brakes · Apr 2026

FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB26-006.

Bulletin NTB26-006A · Fuel/propulsion System · Apr 2026

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand…

Bulletin ITB09-063C · Structure · Apr 2026

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand…

Bulletin NTB09-131C · Structure · Apr 2026

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand…

Bulletin NTB09-131C · Structure · Apr 2026

FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a visible leak with a smoke machine test coming from the fuel filler tube lower seal, AND DTC P0456 is stored as “Active”, “Past”, or “Pending” in the ECM.…

Bulletin NTB26-006 · Fuel/propulsion System · Feb 2026

STEERING WHEEL SWITCH BUTTONS INOPERATIVE, STICKING, OR NOT CLICKING WHEN PRESSED IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states that any of the steering wheel switch buttons are inoperative, sticking, or not clicking when pressed. ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE to:…

Bulletin NTB25-030A · Electrical System · Oct 2025

ACTION Date: October 2, 2025 To: FOMs, DOMs, RAMs, & RGMs Subject: LAUNCH PD172 PMA55 Multi Model Monroney Bumper Label – QA – Dealer Announcement and Procedure ACTION: FOMs & DOMs are asked to ensure that dealers are aware of this new campaign information. De…

Bulletin NPSB 15-460 · Structure · Oct 2025

EXCESS DUST ENTERING CABIN WHILE DRIVING ON DIRT ROADS IF YOU CONFIRM That while driving on dirt roads with all doors and windows closed, that there is excessive dust intrusion into the vehicle’s cabin that is settling on the inside of the doors. ACTION Refer…

Bulletin NTB25-029 · Structure · May 2025

AIR CONDITIONING IS INOPERATIVE WITH LEAK FROM HIGH/LOW SIDE PIPE JUNCTION IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states that the A/C is not blowing cold or is blowing warm on driver’s side vents, AND Leak detection dye is confirmed as present on the high-pressure and lo…

Bulletin NTB25-019 · Mar 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PATHFINDER FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver seat belt pretensioner may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner may not work properly in a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt pretensioner that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle t…

Transport Canada #2024148 · Mar 2024

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, moisture could enter the inflator and cause it not to inflate properly in a crash. Safety Risk: An airbag that doesn't inflate properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a…

Transport Canada #2024129 · Feb 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Nissan Pathfinder

The Nissan Pathfinder is a range of sport utility vehicles manufactured by Nissan since 1985. Until the third-generation model, the Pathfinder is based on Nissan's compact pickup truck platform which it shares with the Navara/Frontier.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2024 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles on record

Other Nissan Pathfinder model years

2024 Nissan Pathfinder — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder?

Across all 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, engine, electrical system.

What is the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder get?

The 2024 Nissan Pathfinder has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

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