1993 Nissan PATHFINDER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
32 owner complaints analyzed
0 distinct recall campaigns
141,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1993 model year. Data snapshot: . 10 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe is the most frequently named component, appearing in 10 of 32 complaints (31.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 4 | 12.5% |
| Transmission and shifting | 3 | 9.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 3.1% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 3.1% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 3.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 10 |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 4 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 2 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Structure:Body:Bumpers | 2 |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 |
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe: 10; Structure:Frame And Members: 4; Tires: 3; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator: 2; Power Train:Automatic Transmission: 2; Structure: 2; Structure:Body:Bumpers: 2; Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 5 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 5
150,000 and above miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 22 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
1995: 4; 1996: 1; 2000: 7; 2001: 4; 2002: 4; 2003: 6; 2004: 1; 2005: 2; 2007: 1; 2009: 1; 2011: 1
Pattern summary
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 4 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 3 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10257222 · 2009-02-02 (February 2, 2009)
REAR SUSPENSION HAS SEPARATED FROM THE FRAME DUE TO EXTREME RUSTING OF FRAME RAILS. EXCESS MOVEMENT OF REAR AXLE FROM SEPARATION DAMAGED THE BRAKE LINE AND CAUSED LOSS OF REAR BRAKES. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 100,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10257222 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10379381 · 2011-01-28 (January 28, 2011)
THIS IS THE SECOND 1993 NISSAN PATHFINDER I HAVE OWNED AND BOTH HAVE HAD THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME. THE REAR CROSSMEMBER COMPLETELY RUSTS OUT AND FALLS OFF THE PROBLEM IS VARY DANGEROUS NOT ONLY TO OTHER DRIVERS BUT IT ALSO SEVERS THE REAR BRAKE LINE. I WAS DRIVING IN MY ALLY HIT A POT HOLE DOING MAYBE 10 TOPS WENT TO STOP AND COULD NOT HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. I COULD HAVE KILLED SOMEONE OR MYSELF. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON ALL THE OLD MODEL FRAMES CUS IT IS A CONTINUES PROBLEM. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 176,613 miles reported. Look up ODI 10379381 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 745796 · 2001-05-23 (May 23, 2001)
I HAD A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHICH DESTROYED THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS: RADIO, TRANSMISSION, ALTERNATOR, REAR DEFROSTER, REAR WIPERS, REAR WINDOW LOCK, POWER WINDOW MOTOR, TURN SIGNALS, RELAYS, TRANSMISSION SENDING UNITS. AT APPROXIMATELY 82000 MILES THE BATTERY EXPLODED EATING THE PAINT OFF THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER. WITHIN A MONTH, I WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN I SAW SMOKE IN THE INTERIOR ACCOMPANIED BY ELECTRICAL SHORTING SOUNDS. THE WINDOWS WENT UP AND DOWN, HORN WENT OFF, POWER LOCKS POPPED, AND THE SOLENOIDS IN THE …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 745796 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 866045 · 2000-07-26 (July 26, 2000)
CONSUMER WAS INSIDE OF A PARKING LOT AND HE PUT BRAKES ON. WHEN HE PUT VEHICLE IN DRIVE TRANSMISSION SNAPPED IN HALF. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 866045 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 503439 · 1996-04-10 (April 10, 1996)
STEERING FOUND WORN IN CENTER LINE, CAUSING VIBRATION. *SD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 503439 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 962157 · 1995-03-17 (March 17, 1995)
REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO REAR BUMPER AND RIP A HOLE IN THE GAS TANK CAUSING GAS LEAKAGE. TT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 962157 at NHTSA ↗