Recall homework
There is 1 official recall listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.
Vehicle report
2023 Nissan Pathfinder
Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.
1 Total recalls
Apr 13, 2023 Latest recall date
93 Complaint reports
$2,385 Estimated fuel cost
Buyer interpretation
What this record means before you buy
The useful question is not just whether this page has records. It is what those records should make you verify before money changes hands.
Owner complaint pattern
Owner complaints most often mention unknown or other, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.
Service bulletin signal
87 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.
Ownership-cost check
The fuel-cost estimate is based on a representative EPA match, not every trim. Confirm the actual engine, drivetrain, and tire setup before comparing this listing with another year or model.
Questions to ask the seller
- Can you show the current VIN recall status for this 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?
- Do you have dealer invoices or campaign paperwork for the listed recall repairs?
- Have you noticed any issues related to unknown or other, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system?
- Can I review recent maintenance records before the test drive?
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Safety ratings
Official safety ratings were found for 2 tested variants of the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder.
Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain,
or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless
the official record says so.
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD Default | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | Not Rated | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | Not Rated |
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder have?
Verify with official VIN lookup1 official recall on record for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. 8 matched quarterly completion reports are available.
Latest recall: April 13, 2023
Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN
recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the
manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.
Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Consequence | Remedy | Date | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V268000 | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 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. | An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. | 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. | Apr 2023 | 2025-1 |
Are there manufacturer notices for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder?
Official records show 87 manufacturer communications on record for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder.
0 warranty 0 service campaigns 0 software/OTA
Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include
service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions,
software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
| Date | Type | Component | Summary | ID / document |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB26-006. | 11033026 |
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | SERVICE BRAKES | AEB WARNING WITH ONE OR MORE CURRENT DTCS STORED IN THE ADAS CONTROL UNIT 2, AND/OR THE LASER/RADAR CONTROL UNIT IF YOU CONFIRM The front radar is inoperative, the AEB warning is displayed, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored as CURRENT: · U2752-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the ADAS control unit 2, · U275F-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, OR · C2589-86 for “TCM” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, AND/OR · C258E-86 for “ABS” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit. ACTION 1. Confirm the current Distance Sensor control unit part number. 2. Reprogram the Distance Sensor control unit, if applicable. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. | 11033027 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1). | 11031705 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Infiniti by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1). | 11031720 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1). | 11031704 |
| Feb 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a visible leak with a smoke machine test coming from the fuel filler tube lower seal, AND DTC P0456 is stored as “Active”, “Past”, or “Pending” in the ECM. ACTION 1. Remove the supplied funnel from the rear of the vehicle or trunk. 2. Insert the funnel completely in the fuel filler tube and remove completely five (5) times. 3. Re-check the fuel filler tube lower seal with a smoke machine to determine visually if any leak is present. 4. If the fuel filler lower seal continues to leak, replace the fuel filler tube. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. | 11028683 |
| Oct 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | STEERING WHEEL SWITCH BUTTONS INOPERATIVE, STICKING, OR NOT CLICKING WHEN PRESSED IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states that any of the steering wheel switch buttons are inoperative, sticking, or not clicking when pressed. ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE to: 1. Remove the steering wheel assembly. 2. Replace the switch assembly on the steering wheel assembly. HINT: The switch assembly includes switches for both sides of the steering wheel. 3. Reinstall the steering wheel assembly. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. | 11024395 |
| May 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | EXCESS DUST ENTERING CABIN WHILE DRIVING ON DIRT ROADS IF YOU CONFIRM That while driving on dirt roads with all doors and windows closed, that there is excessive dust intrusion into the vehicle’s cabin that is settling on the inside of the doors. ACTION Refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE in the bulletin to: 1. Install Butyl Patches around the door seals of driver (LH) side and passenger (RH) side front and rear doors. 2. Install drain plugs into door drains of driver (LH) side and passenger (RH) side front and rear doors. | 11019068 |
| Feb 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ENGINE | DRIVABILITY CONCERNS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND ON INCLINES IF YOU CONFIRM A lugging / shutter / judder at highway speeds, especially on slight inclines, ACTION Reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). | 11015915 |
| Feb 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle. The customer states that the ICC stopped working while driving, OR The customer states that the AEB/FEB warning light is ON, or turned ON, while driving (Figure 1), OR The message “Unavailable Front Radar Obstruction” or “Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner's Manual” has displayed while driving (Figure 2). AND DTC C1A16, C1A16-97, C2582, or C2582-97 is the ONLY DTC stored. Figure 1 Figure 2 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual | 11014471 |
What are the most common 2023 Nissan Pathfinder complaints?
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 15
SERVICE BRAKES 13
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6
POWER TRAIN 5
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 3
VISIBILITY/WIPER 3
BACK OVER PREVENTION 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
93 total complaints on record
How much does the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder cost in fuel?
Estimated annual cost $2,385 $199/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 22.6 MPG
Energy used 530 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.50 $/gal
Assumptions: 20 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)
390 g/mi CO2Fuel score 5/10Smog 5/10