1997 Nissan Pathfinder acceleration problems

Filed Nov 22, 2021 · Acceleration, Suspension · NC

The vehicle swings left to right when cruising at about any speed. When the vehicle is pulling it does not swing or sway, however once the vehicle has got up to a desired speed and you try to maintain a steady speed it starts a “death wobble” which nearly cannot hold it on correct side of the road. You have to increase speed or reduce speed dramatically to regain control of the vehicle.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Acceleration · 42,840 miles · GA · crash

The gas pedal stuck and the vehicle lunged forward. This occurred on 2 separate occasions. The first time upon acceleration from a complete stop, and the second time when the vehicle was put in reverse. This resulted in the vehicle hitting a tree. The vehicle sustained rear end damage. *ak *sc

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Acceleration, Brakes · 90,000 miles · NJ · crash · 1 injury

While driving 35 MPH, another vehicle suddenly stopped in front of the consumer's vehicle which caused the consumer to veer off the road and hit a curb. The vehicle's axle broke and was towed to the dealership for analysis. *jb the brake system resulted in a complete lost of control of the vehicle. The vehicle pulled to the right, the accelerator pedal would stick, there was a rattling/buzzing sound upon acceleration, the brakes slipped, and the accelerator did not respond at times. *scc prior to the incident the struts leaked and the left front stabilizer bar was replaced.

Filed Nov 14, 2001 · Acceleration · IL

While driving could step on gas pedal and it will stick to floor in a down position, causing vehicle to accelerate forward. Consumer had taken vehicle to dealer to correct problem. But, no solution had been found. Please provide more information.

Filed Sep 28, 2001 · Acceleration · WI

Accellerator sticks badly! During cold starts and idle time (eg. At stop light or cruise control on) you go to press on the accellerator pedal an it's stuck. You push harder with your foot to loosen it up, and the vehicle will jerk and lurch forward badly. I've had 3 (three) nissan pathfinders, all different model years with the same problem. 1987, 1992 and 1997 all the same problem! Nissan suggests you repair by a clutch assembly kit, which costs $200+ installed. But if this is a known problem, in all nissan vehicles, why don't they solve this problem permanently??? Any ideas or help, contact [email protected] - thank you!

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Acceleration · ID

Throttle sticks when starting from stop/idle. Not in cable linkage from accelerator pedal. Appears to be in throttle body. Serious concern when parallel parked, or in string of vechicles at stop sign. Help!

Filed Jul 26, 2001 · Acceleration · AZ

I'm just wondering if many people have had this part brake. Nissan is offering to pay for 50% of the repair, but it sounds like this might be a big problem for them so I want to find out if this is going to become a recall item. They already have a "notice" out on the problem. The throttle sticks and could be very dangerous so we are not driving the car till this becomes resolved.

Filed Mar 29, 2001 · Acceleration, Engine · MA

The struts went at 52,000 miles $800 to replace, exhaust manifold needs to be replaced(warranty). Today the news that the speedometer was just"worn out " $235, the rear suspension lincs were "worn out" $350, the intake pinium(sp?) was leaking $660. Something has to be done about nissan and their "worn out" vehicles. It's not even paid for yet!

Filed Feb 12, 2001 · Acceleration, Transmission · NC

Have problems with vehicle idling. Engine revs up and tach sticks from 1500-2000 RPM almost constantly. When vehicle is in first gear it will stick and take off by it self and even speed up even though it is a manual transmission. Dealer has seen truck 4 times now and "can not" find the problem. Non dealer repair diagnosed the valve in one visit. Are there reports of any other nissan pathfinders or vehicles that are having this problem? It's dangerous!!!!!!

Filed Nov 15, 2000 · Acceleration, Engine · KY

Driver's seatbelt replaced 4 times due to locking up too tightly, won't release once tightened. Consumer has no movement, dealer kept replacing belts with same type. Also, problem with filler tube, it overflows when getting gas, it fills reservoir. Mechanic said it would cause problem. Canister was replaced. *ak accelerator stuck.