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.
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I heard an awful noise under the bonnet and feared the worst.
Turned out the bearing in the front of the alternator that acts like a clutch, had lost two thirds of the ball bearings that it spins on.
The cost of refurbishing the unit was far more than replacement so I now have a new alternator.
- trevormaher, Innisfail, Queensland, Australia