Hood: latchRecall 22V-420 · 2013–2016 Nissan Pathfinder
Nissan North America, Inc. recall 22V-420 covers 322,671 2013–2016 Nissan Pathfinder for a hood: latch problem, reported to NHTSA on June 13, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 26% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V420000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
The risk
An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
26%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
The investigation behind this recall
- Hood Latch/Bell Crank AssemblyNHTSA