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.
Transmission & Radiator replaced via "extended warranty" in May 2013. When transmission hose ruptured, I questioned whether it was related to the previous repair, and was assured that it was not. I was also told that it would not have been replaced when they replaced the transmission and radiator in May 2013. It cost $262 ($220 of which was labor)
Update from Sep 5, 2014: August 2014 - Transmission hose leaking AGAIN - replaced at dealer
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Transmission & Radiator replaced via "extended warranty" in May 2013. When transmission hose ruptured, I questioned whether it was related to the previous repair, and was assured that it was not. I was also told that it would not have been replaced when they replaced the transmission and radiator in May 2013. It cost $262 ($220 of which was labor)
Update from Sep 5, 2014: August 2014 - Transmission hose leaking AGAIN - replaced at dealer
- Cortney H., Tampa, FL, US