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Reliability Database
Nissan

Pathfinder

Midsize SUV
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
4 Generations
13 Engines Rated
6,129 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
6 recommended 4 caution 3 avoid

Generation Timeline

2000-2004 R50
5 engines
672 complaints 🔥 6 ☠ 2
3.5L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
→
2005-2012 R51
4 engines
2,911 complaints 🔥 10 ☠ 1
Unknown ❌ Avoid (1.7)
→
2013-2020 R52
2 engines
2,251 complaints 🔥 8
Unknown ⚠️ Caution (2.3)
→
2022-2025 R53
2 engines
295 complaints 🔥 1
Unknown ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
→
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