Tl* the contact owns a 1992 nissan pathfinder equipped with sigma stampede tires. The contact stated that the rear passenger tire separated along the sidewall while driving 65 MPH. As a result of the failure, the fuel hoses were fractured and leaking fuel. Roadside assistance helped reconnect the fuel hoses and installed a spare tire. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop and replacement tires were purchased. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage on the tire was 19,505. Updated 05/31/12
The worst 1992 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission9
- Engine8
- Body4
- Tires4
- Electrical2
Problems by type
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- Transmission9
- Engine8
- Body4
- Tires4
- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Fuel system1
- Locks1
- Seat belts1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder 29
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of vehicle pull (DRIFT) and/or steering wheel off-center
- 12 volt battery testing for in-service vehicles service information
- Silicone-based lubricant or grease CAN damage electrical components service information
- Vehicle key not detected / authenticated, engine will not start
- Intelligent key replacement or swapping between vehicles
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Wheel bearing collision damage
- Strut and shock absorber replacement guidelines
- Service information
1992 Nissan Pathfinder fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | RWD | 14-15 | 17-19 | 15-16 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14 | 17 | 15 |
What 1992 Nissan Pathfinder owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1992 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited a fuel leak and was taken to a local mechanic. The mechanic advised the contact that the frame rail was rusted and there were several holes in the frame. The mechanic also advised the contact that the vehicle was not safe to operate. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the frame could not be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 152,581.
1992 nissan pathfinder parked in driveway for more than 24 hours ignited spontaneously. Fire department opened car and extinguished blazed. Observed melted dash board behind the steering wheel and determined that cause was electrical. Checked under hood and found that engine was intact. Disconnected car battery.
1992 nissan pathfinder has problems with rear suspension frame.*mr when taken to the service dealer they suggested that the consumer buy a new car because the frame was broken, but when the consumer took the vehicle in for regular maintenance no one ever mentioned that there was a problem with the frame being rusted. The consumer feels that the dealership should have recognized this problem during maintenance. *cb the consumer stated the frame members which anchored the upper links of the rear suspension to the ladder frame had completely rusted through and/or broke free from where they were welded to the main frame. *cb
Nar 03/03/2003. The consumers vehicle failed to pass a california smog test because the vehicle did not have a check engine light. It was discovered the vehicle was manufactured without a check engine light.
In order for the 4-wheel drive to disengage they would have to make a turn causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer was notified and stated all is normal. Ts
Transmission failed suddenly 11/99. Replaced at dealer w/remanufactured transmission. Transmission failed again 11/01 and must be replaced.
While cleaning vehicle interior on 10/07/2001, I lifted the rear seats up to clean under them. Some tire changing equipment and a vinyl tool bag are stored, as original equipment, under the left rear seat. I lifted the vinyl bag to clean under it and discovered that the floor was rusted through under the bag (over 6 inches) and exposing the interior of the vehicle to exhaust fumes and the driver and the passengers to carbon monoxide poisoning. I would never have discovered this problen if I had not lifted the vinyl tool bag.
Consumer took vehicle into dealer to have a wheel alignment, tire rotation and balancing performed, when consumer returned home he performed his routine maintenance and discovered that all four (bridgestone dual at d693 31x10.50 15lt6) tires had between 45 and 50 psi but the recommended vehicle manufacturer's pressure is 26 psi consumer returned vehicle back to dealer because they must have over inflated tires, consumer asked for written documentation that higher pressures should be used, because as stated on the door plate of vehicle jamb it says 26 psi, dealer advised consumer that firestone had been running ads about the correct pressures for these types of vehicle's, however dealer did checked a firestone manual which indicated that tire pressure should be 26 psi, consumer inquired as to why he was never informed of the recommendations mechanic then handed him a brochure entitled inflate rotate evaluate that clearly stated look for the manufacturer's recommended air pressure listed on the sticker of your vehicle's door jamb, after consumer pointed out that the delaer's recommendation and the brochure were totally inconsistent the dealer lost his temper and ordered the consumer out of the store.
While putting vehicle in park, it suddenly lunged backwards, shifter would not engage park or neutral and key could no be turned, vehicle finally came to rest after it hit a parked vehicle, 1 person was injured in accident.
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Questions about the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder
Is the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder, fewer than a typical Pathfinder model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 9 complaints. Next is engine (8).
How many recalls does the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Nissan Pathfinder have bad transmission?
The Nissan Pathfinder model years with the most transmission complaints are 2005 (585 complaints), 2006 (450 complaints) and 2013 (371 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Nissan Pathfinder range from 15 to 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14-15 city and 17-19 highway.
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