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.
My son gave me a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder to drive in 2008. I picked the car up and drove to Florida. I loved the car, it rode nice and drove nice "except" when I hit a pothole or the front end dropped down after crossing a bridge while I was traveling 65 mph or more, the car had so much sway, it felt like it was going to flip. It was so bad, that my sister-in-law screamed out loud.
I have taken the car to several Nissan dealerships complaining of the problem. They test drive it and pooh, pooh the idea that there's a problem. This summer, I replaced the front struts and it still does the same thing. I've driven the car off and on for 6 years now and still don't know what happening with the front end. Any suggestions would be welcome.
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My son gave me a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder to drive in 2008. I picked the car up and drove to Florida. I loved the car, it rode nice and drove nice "except" when I hit a pothole or the front end dropped down after crossing a bridge while I was traveling 65 mph or more, the car had so much sway, it felt like it was going to flip. It was so bad, that my sister-in-law screamed out loud.
I have taken the car to several Nissan dealerships complaining of the problem. They test drive it and pooh, pooh the idea that there's a problem. This summer, I replaced the front struts and it still does the same thing. I've driven the car off and on for 6 years now and still don't know what happening with the front end. Any suggestions would be welcome.
- dsturgill, Lexington, KY, US