Exhaust manifold and head gasket cracked. Mjs
1996 Nissan Pathfinder engine complaints
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Vehicle fails to start without excessive engine crank time (apparently flooded engine problem). Usually occurs at higher altitudes in winter. Problem is getting progressively worse. Dealers have worked on vehicle a number of times over ~2 years with no improvement. New instructions provided in spring of 1998 on how to modify starting procedure do not work! I am sending a detailed letter of complaint to nissan, north america. Safety issues include (1) excessive wear on starter, starter gearing and engine, (2) fire potential from flooding and (3) possibility of stranding in back country should engine not start or starter/gear fail.
Oxygen sensor failed.
Vehicle continually stalling, almost resulting in vehicle collision due to loss of control.(attorney for consumer).
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