2013 Nissan Pathfinder steering problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Rear sub frame near radial rod on drivers side of vehicle has corroded through without warning. Vehicle is unstable during breaking menuvers and pitches towards on coming traffic. Sudden loss of control or collision could occur without notice during breaking.”
filed Jun 22, 2026
“I started having issues with my brakes. I had recently had the front rotors and pads replaced, but I still heard squeeking, and a little fishtailing on my back end. I figured I needed my brakes in the rear checked, so I took it to Pep Boys for a free inspection. The mechanic showed me that my rear…”
filed May 14, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Pathfinder years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Pathfinder | 2 | 3% |
| 2022 Pathfinder | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 Pathfinder | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 Pathfinder | 6 | 8% |
| 2017 Pathfinder | 8 | 4% |
| 2016 Pathfinder | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 Pathfinder | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 Pathfinder | 9 | 2% |
| 2012 Pathfinder | 2 | 9% |
| 2011 Pathfinder | 2 | 4% |
| 2010 Pathfinder | 5 | 13% |
| 2009 Pathfinder | 1 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.