CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2005-2007 Pathfinder appears to have a widespread defect where coolant leaks into the transmission, causing transmission failure around 90,000 miles. Repair costs are typically upwards of $3,500.
According to the New York Times & a class action lawsuit, the defect actually extends through 2010 model year. More info here.
7.6
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $80
- Average Mileage:
- 75,850 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 5 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (3 reports)
- not sure but i am told it is a defective crank speed sensor (1 reports)
- replace camshaft sensor (1 reports)

engine problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
The car engine shut down with steering and brakes becoming stiff. I safely pulled over and waited for few minutes and started the engine again.
- Adeoluwa A., Ikeja, Nigeria