Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 23 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Nissan Pathfinder

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Nissan Pathfinder

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Pathfinder needs more recall homework, Pathfinder has more complaint activity and Pathfinder has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2020 Nissan Pathfinder 2019 Nissan Pathfinder Difference
Total recalls 0 2 Pathfinder has 2 more recalls
Total complaints 49 73 Pathfinder has 24 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 4 / 1 / 2 / 0 Pathfinder has 6 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 98 145 Pathfinder has 47 more communications
Recall completion reports 0 12 Pathfinder has 12 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall None listed Nov 8, 2019 Pathfinder has a listed date
Latest complaint May 28, 2026 Apr 23, 2026 Pathfinder has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Electrical System
  • Power Train
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Engine
  • Forward Collision Avoidance
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 23 combined MPG 23 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,600 $2,600 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 2 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2020 Nissan Pathfinder

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Can you confirm there are no open recalls by VIN?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2019 Nissan Pathfinder

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2020 Nissan Pathfinder

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks

2019 Nissan Pathfinder

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: sensors, alerts, automatic braking, cameras

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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