Gas leaks after engine turning off engine; afraid of explosion (major safety issue). [xxx] from koeppel nissan, queens, ny has asked truck to be taken back from dealership without fixing since "it has not been recalled". The unit also has severe frame and rail corrosion which can contribute to fatality. Suspension/steering giving excessive feedback. Have spent over $2000 in the past week (outside the dealership) to fix the problems. Pls help immediately. Thanks information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
1995 Nissan Pathfinder body complaints
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My mechanic told me the frame on my 1995 nissan pathfinder is rotted out and way beyond safe to drive at all. The extreme rust problem is at the strut assembly which could easily break and the vehicle loose steering function. The rear frame area is almost completely gone. Some online research has shown this to be an extremely widespread problem in nissan pathfinders. Although it's an older truck, it's a design flaw and makes it dangerous to drive. Toyota had a similar problem and took care of it, I contacted nissan and they seem unwilling to do anything about this safety hazard.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected by an independent repair shop, he was informed that portions of the frame were rusted and corroded. The corroded portions of the frame were repaired. The failure had since recurred on various other portions of the frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 110,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The entire frame of this vehicle is so rotted that my mechanic told me not to drive it. Nissan of north america had me bring it to one of their dealerships to inspect it. They took photos of the problem and told me it was unfixable. They then told me that they have not encountered others with the same problem. I went on line and read thousands of complaints about pathfinder frame rot.
I have a 1995 nissan pathfinder. I discovered severe frame rust a little over a week ago both below my rear seat which covers two areas. Just yesterday I also discovered from rust behind the right rear tire. Why is it that visually from the outside the car looks great, it runs great, but the thing is falling apart where you can't see it? That to me is dangerous and I think it's about time nissan takes care of this problem. This could be a real safety issue.
I first noticed that the frame on my car has rusting away a couple of years ago. Now, the rear of the frame on both sides is 50% gone! The front frame on both sides has rusted through at the wheel well. There is extensive rust on the entire frame. The car has never been in any accident and I have kept it in the garage it's entire life. I had it detailed every spring and every fall. I called nissan to complain and they told me they would do nothing since my car was so old. I purchased this car new and purchased extended warranty of 6 years or 100,000 miles. It has less than 94,000 miles on it now. I feel the car is unsafe to drive. I strongly feel nissan is responsible for this defect and should make some effort to rectify this matter with me. The first muffler on this car outlasted the frame.
When I went to change my brakes on our nissan pathfinder I saw that the entire frame was completely rusted out and full of holes, the gas tank and rear end have fallen down and are hanging on by the frame. This vehicle was used for the transportation of my family, and I was told by an engineer that we are very fortunate to be alive, and very fortunate that we did not kill any innocent people. There has to be a recall on this vehicle. What kind of country do we live in that puts the lives of its citizens in danger for a car company? I pray not this one, please act.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine maintenance when the technician advised that the frame was completely rusted and was deemed as unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was contacted but the contact had not yet received any response. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Severe frame rust at rear axle, behind rear wheels, rusted through on 3 sides of frame rail, rear end of body bounces off frame when hit bumps, slams down loud and hard in back. The consumer stated he heard that a combination of poor steel from china and problems with the coating process have LED to the frame rot that is commonplace with pathfinders from 1993-2005. Updated 07/26/11
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection when he was advised that the frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired and was deemed as unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure and current mileage was approximately 160,000.
Pathfinder frame is rusting apart. Nissan should hold a recall of events.
I have owned my nissan for 4 years. 144,400 miles on it. Did not know anything about the extensive frame rot until I had to get a new starter put on. At that time, I was informed I should not drive it due to the extension rust and rot. But, when it's the only 4x4 you have, need it to get to work on days of snow. After reading all the complaints, I feel that nissan should issue a recall. I have contacted my attorney generals office. They contacted nissan. Nissan told them that there are no recalls on my vehicle and they can't do anything about it and will not help in any repairs.
My 1995 nissan pathfinder has very little rust on the body anywhere but the frame is beyond repair because of rust. The back half of the frame is terrible. It rattles and shakes with every bump in the road. I had my mechanic look at it and he recommended that I should stay out of it for fear it would fall apart going down the road.everything else on this vehicle is good as can be expected. Hate to give it up.
We have a 1995 nissan pathfinder that had the frame repaired for corrosion twice in the past. It is currently in the shop for possibly a third repair. The mechanic indicated that this is a pervasive problem with this model of nissan. Since toyota has recalled their vehicles for similar problem, the nissan problem should also be investigated to protect the public.
My mechanic told me the frame on my 1995 nissan pathfinder is rotted out and way beyond safe to drive at all. We take care of this the same as other vehicles we own, some that are older, and there is no frame rot problems with them. Some online research has shown this to be an extremely widespread problem in nissan pathfinders. Although it's an older truck, it's a design flaw and makes it dangerous to drive. Toyota had a similar problem and took care of it, I contacted nissan and they we willing to do nothing.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that when the vehicle went through state inspection, it was discovered that the frame rail was missing. After inspecting under the vehicle, the contact was informed that the rails had rusted and fell off. The contact planned to have the vehicle inspected at an authorized dealership. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 100,000.
Nissan 1995 pathfinder has two holes caused by corrosion directly under the rear passenger seats that allowed several items (spare tire jack parts) to fall onto the road. They also allowed automobile exhaust to enter the inside of the car when the exhaust pipe corroded through and separated from the muffler. Also, a massive amount of corrosion on the rear portion of the frame from just before the wheel well to the end of the frame. The muffler has been repaired but the frame corrosion appears to massive to repair and the vehicle will be scrapped.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan pathfinder. The contact noticed that the frame was corroding and could potentially crack. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer who stated that the vehicle was very dangerous to drive and not to drive it until it was repaired. The frame was repaired at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 182,000.
It is a absolute injustice that nothing has ever been done about the frame rust issue on the 1995 nissan pathfinders. I just purchased one a month ago thinking I was getting a good deal! The exterior of the frame looked to be solid. I was putting new brakes on when I grabbed the frame from the inside for leverage. My hand went right through. The best part is the truck was inspected! How is this possible? I live in schuylkill county and frequent joe's u pull it salvage yard. There are literally a hundred or more pathfinders in the yard that look very nice with no frame left. I have also stumbled across numerous forums with thousands literally thousands of complaints on the same issue. I guess the federal safety agency will just ignore the problem until a certain number is reached of fatalities. We have to wait until there is imminent proof that the deaths were due to structural failure of the frame.
While inspecting the underside of the vehicle, noticed that holes are rusted right through the frame in the area over the rear axle.
We own a 95 nissan pathfinder.last week the rear frame and rear stabilizers broke in 2.truck cant be driven,as when that happened it pulled and severed the rear brake lines.this is a common problem I have since found out on these. Toyota has a similar problem with their frames on their tacoma trucks.they have a recall on them,to get them off the road. Nissan needs to do the same,imo,before someone gets killed..their are many stories about this on the internet. Just google nissan pathfinder frame rails for more. Thanks.
Vehicles steel frame completely rusted through causing it to sever. Occurred while driving. The hanging metal parts then severed my brake line causing leak, endangering my safety. This damage is not due to owner negligence. Nearly all owners of 1995nissanpathfinders experience similar issue. Nissan has not issued a recall. This problem endangers the driver and may be fatal. A recall should be put in place. The vehicle runs fine but is immobile due to faulty and corroded frame.
1992-1995 nissan pathfinder frames are rusting away the only way to repair the problem is to replaced the chassis. It does not matter were the car resides.
This car cannot go over 80 MPH. When driving high speed on "open" road, car starts to vibrate wildly. Also, just heard pop and had car at mechanics immediately. Checked and found driver's side strut rod was broken. Replaced this strut 204,000 miles. Owner of this car is lucky to still drive this car, as this car gives a really rocky, rough ride, especially at any speed over 50 MPH.
I own a 1995 nissan pathfinder that was purchased in 1997. Since that time I had to have the frame welded 2 times in order to pass inspection and to keep it on the road. This was done because this problem was never covered under warranty and I had to absorb the cost on my own. This apparently is a widespread problem with this vehicle based on conversations with other owners of the same model of vehicle and repairmen who deal with frame repairs and mechanics. This not only is an economic issue but also a safety issue because if the frames have corrosion problems the frame can collapse during a collision because the stability of the frame was compromised by the corrosion problem. Recently, toyota has voluntarily recalled 1995 trucks for the same problem and because of this recall I feel that nissan should be compelled to do the same. Please investigate this allegation because I think you will find it very credible.
While washing my 1995 nissan pathfinder le, I noticed that the main frame rails are rusted out. This is in the arch above the rear axle area and is rusting from the inside of the box section moving outward. Therefore, the damage in completely invisible until it works its way through the heavy metal of the frame. The damage that I can easily see is about 10 inches long and up the whole height of the rail. Feeling with my fingers I can feel rust all along the interior. This vehicle is a local vehicle in wichita, kansas and has not experienced excessive road salting. I have been the owner for 5 years and know the previous owner. This vehicle has always been stored under cover throughout its entire life. Night time in a garage and in a covered parking garage during working hours. The exterior paint is like new, but the frame is rotting out. No corrections to remedy the rusted frame has been carried out as of yet.
Frame section above rear wheels is rusted out as with so many other nissan pathfinders (1995 model). This is an accident waiting to happen as the suspension components are barely attached to the frame anymore. There was no warning of this problem nor is the vehicle driven off-road.
Bought a nissan pathfinder, 1995. Got a certified mechanic to look under the car and there is excessive rust and frame rot. They said that the car will not pass inspection the way it is and is unsafe for road use.
Frame rusted out on my pathfinder failed inspection. Only owned it 11 months. I have owned and leased 6 nissan in the past and nissan will not even respond to my complaint. If you go to the website (nissan comments )this site has over 100 other concerned customers with exact same issue with no response from nissan.
Took my car in for inspection sticker & was told the whole frame was rotted/rusted out so bad he didn't even recommend I drive it off the lot. Having a small child I was afraid to drive it & immediately went out to purchase another vehicle.
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