Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Driver's Powered Seat May Not Be Secure
- Summary
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
- Consequence
- An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.
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Owner complaints (104)
104 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 104 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 28 | 26.9% |
| Electrical system | 23 | 22.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 21 | 20.2% |
| Service brakes | 21 | 20.2% |
| Engine | 15 | 14.4% |
| Power train | 13 | 12.5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 7.7% |
| Back over prevention | 6 | 5.8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 5.8% |
| Lane departure | 3 | 2.9% |
How 2023 compares with other Pathfinder years
Best and worst Pathfinder years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 105 | 2 |
| 2017 | 186 | 2 |
| 2018 | 77 | 3 |
| 2019 | 76 | 2 |
| 2020 | 53 | 0 |
| 2022 | 136 | 5 |
| 2023 | 104 | 1 |
| 2024 | 82 | 2 |
| 2025 | 51 | 1 |
| 2026 | 10 | 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.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2023 Nissan Pathfinder suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 390 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 390 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 379 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 25 / 22 | $3,050 | 396 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | $3,900 | 418 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2023 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
2023 Nissan Pathfinder FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 23V268000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
Owners filed 104 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (28), Electrical system (23), Fuel/propulsion system (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 20 city, 27 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder get?
NHTSA rated the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder suv awd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2023 Pathfinder compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2020 Nissan Pathfinder model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (53) and the 2017 the most (186). The 2023 drew 104. 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.