repaired · 2026 Q3
Hood: latch
Risk. An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Nissan PathfinderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 105 owner complaints about the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-420 the manufacturer reports only 26% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder has problems
105 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
27Engine1 crash/fire/injury
18Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
11Electrical system
11Service brakes4 crash/fire/injury
7Power train
4Wheels
4Visibility/wiper
3Latches/locks/linkages
3Seats
2113 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 1 |
| Air bags | 18 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 4 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 1 |
| 13 other systems | 21 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2016 Nissan Pathfinder recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
50kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 20 engine complaints. 95% were reported before 100,000 miles.
1under 30k miles19under 100k miles1100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Pathfinder year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Pathfinder median. How we score
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'87'88'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Nissan Pathfinder safety ratings
2016 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Nissan Pathfinder, and the recalls they led to.
- Hood Latch/Bell Crank AssemblyLed to recall 22V-420
In owners' words
What Pathfinder owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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The engine in this vehicle has shut off two times while we were driving it. We were forced to make emergency exits off of the roadway in order to prevent injury to ourselves and others. This is a life-threatening situation when the vehicle loses engine power while it is being driven. Additionally,…
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