Nissan Pathfinder — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Nissan Pathfinder specifications on file for 16 model years, 2010–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 4 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 17 to 28 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 12 of the 13 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20263.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–282375★010
20253.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–282355★151
20243.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–282355★282
20233.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–282355★1104
20223.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline282395★5136
20203.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–282445★053
20193.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–282455★276
20183.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–282455★377
20173.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–282455★2186
20163.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–282425★2107
20152.5L 4-cyl supercharged / 3.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26–312425★5320
20142.5L 4-cyl supercharged / 3.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–312515★12583
20133.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25–262524★11890
20124L 6-cyl / 5.6L 8-cylPremium Gasoline18–20325—223
20114L 6-cyl / 5.6L 8-cylPremium Gasoline18–20325—245
20104L 6-cyl / 5.6L 8-cylPremium Gasoline17–22307—540

Best and Worst Nissan Pathfinder Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 12 Nissan Pathfinder model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 92 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2012 — 23 complaints, 2 recall campaigns
  • 2010 — 40 complaints, 5 recall campaigns
  • 2011 — 45 complaints, 2 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2013 — 890 complaints, 11 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2014 — 583 complaints, 12 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2015 — 320 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Nissan Pathfinder covered on this site?

We have data for 16 model years of the Nissan Pathfinder, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Nissan Pathfinder come with?

EPA data lists: 4L 6-cyl (2010–2012); 5.6L 8-cyl (2010–2012); 3.5L 6-cyl (2013–2020, 2022–2026); 2.5L 4-cyl supercharged (2014–2015).

Which Nissan Pathfinder year has the best fuel economy?

The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 28 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Nissan Pathfinder have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Nissan Pathfinder model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2014 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (12), and the 2013 has the most owner complaints (890). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2020 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Nissan Pathfinder?

The Nissan Pathfinder is classed as an SUV on this site.

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