Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗EQUIPMENT:TIRE RESERVE LOAD LABEL (GLOVE COMPARTME
- Summary
- INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.
- Consequence
- INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE RESTRAINTS:BELT BUCKLES
- Summary
- MISMATCH OF MALE AND FEMALE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.
- Consequence
- THE SEAT BELTS CAN NOT BE BUCKLED AND PASSENGERS AREUNABLE TO USE THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
- Remedy
- INSPECT AND REPLACE ALL MISMATCHED BELT ASSEMBLIES.
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Owner complaints (19)
19 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seat belts is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 19 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 7 | 36.8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 26.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 15.8% |
| Power train | 2 | 10.5% |
| Seats | 2 | 10.5% |
| Steering | 2 | 10.5% |
| Visibility | 2 | 10.5% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 5.3% |
| Structure | 1 | 5.3% |
| Suspension | 1 | 5.3% |
How 1987 compares with other Pathfinder years
Best and worst Pathfinder years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 19 | 2 |
| 1988 | 17 | 2 |
| 1989 | 15 | 2 |
| 1990 | 38 | 2 |
| 1991 | 39 | 1 |
| 1992 | 30 | 0 |
| 1993 | 49 | 0 |
| 1994 | 91 | 2 |
| 1995 | 170 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Special Purpose Vehicles
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 15 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1987 Pathfinder for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1987 Nissan Pathfinder FAQ
How many recalls does the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 90V072000 (equipment), 87V137000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1987 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. Seat belts (7), Engine and engine cooling (5), Vehicle speed control (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 15 city, 18 highway and 16 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1987 Pathfinder compare with other years?
Among the 1986–1995 Nissan Pathfinder model years at least five years old, the 1986 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1995 the most (170). The 1987 drew 19. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.