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Reliability Database
Nissan

Pathfinder

Midsize SUV
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (3.3)
4 Generations
13 Engines Rated
6,739 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
11 recommended 2 caution

Generation Timeline

2000-2004 R50
7 engines
716 complaints 🔥 6 ☠ 2
5.6L 8-cyl ⚠️ Caution (3.3)
→
2005-2012 R51
2 engines
2,921 complaints 🔥 10 ☠ 1
3.0L 6-cyl ✅ Recommended (4.8)
→
2013-2020 R52
4 engines
2,807 complaints 🔥 11
3.5L 6-cyl ✅ Recommended (4.8)
→
2022-2025 R53
0 engines
295 complaints 🔥 1
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