CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Nissan Pathfinder has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 110 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (26 reports).
2003 Nissan Pathfinder recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles uses a propellant that can degrade over time after long exposure to high humidity, high heat, and repeated temperature swings.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which may cause it to rupture.
Most common 2003 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Problem areas named in the 110 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 26 |
| Suspension | 21 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
What owners report
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This vehicle no longer meets the EPA TiER 3 standards That are needed to be on the road . I as the customer am not ok with this and because of this reason Iâd like the entire vehicle to completely recalled . As it is not any longer fit to be on roads . The fact is that this car presents a health risk that is known to be fatal to life . So when you ask if the re has been any fatalities the answer is , yes , the emissions from old cars like the 2003 pathfinders have killed peoples already and guaranteed thing contributed to thier death and it will continue to be a contributing factor until it is recalled completely like it should have been done in 2017 . The moment that it was no long
Unknown . The steering column broke
The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated there was corrosion on the passengerâs side front struts. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who declined the repair under Manufacturer Campaign ID: R1107 with NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V244000 (Steering, Suspension). The driverâs side front struts were repaired prior to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the mileage requirements were not met. The failure mileage was approximately 187,000.
The gas gauge stopped working a few months ago. Had an appointment to have the fuel sensor replaced. The fuel sensor is fine. The mechanic said it was most likely the gauge. In researching over the past several months, this appears to be a huge problem with the 2003 Pathfinder. This should be recalled. I'm not sure why it it isn't since it is a wide spread issue.
2003 Nissan Pathfinder questions
Does the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Steering:Column; Suspension:Front. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on 110 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (26), Suspension (21), Air Bags (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Nissan Pathfinder has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.