Tl* the contact owns a 1997 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the brake lines from the master cylinder to the rear of the vehicle were leaking. The vehicle was not inspected but the contact believed the failure was related to the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v244000 (suspension: front). The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 38,000.
1997 Nissan Pathfinder brakes problems
15 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip8
- Foundation components3
- Antilock1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Nissan Pathfinder brakes problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Nissan Pathfinder owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I moved to charleston sc in june of 2007 from richmond va. I began to hear a clicking sound whenever I would turn a corner or turn steering wheel to park or leave driveway about a year ago. Everytime I took vehicle in for oil change or maintenance, I would tell mechanic. It wasn't until may of 2011 someone actually checked front tires and axles and strut mounts. This is when I was informed of damage. I still have spent hundreds trying to repair numerous other problems because noone knew exactly what was wrong. I've had to pay for three front end alignments in two weeks because of this problem. Now I did not receive a recall letter until about 2 or 3 weeks ago and it does not list richmond va as one of the states, however, every year I lived in va we had lots of snow and salt was put down with sand. We also had flood gaston in august of 2005 so there were numerous state that experienced regular salt use in the winter.I would appreciate nissan scheduling an appointment for inspection. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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.
The nissan dealer creats all kind of tactics to delay to fix all the known problems to nissan pathfinder model. I have enough evidences and witnesses to prove that they undermine customer 's trust. They doctored the problems instead of recognizing them and fix them.
When applying brakes vehicle made a loud squeaking noise. Also when it's wet outside and the brakes are applied, pedal goes to the floor and vehicle does not stop instantly. Dealer has seen vehicle.
Problems started at 2,600 miles. Tires needed to be replaced at 3,000, car shakes between 45 and 60 MPH. Brakes vibrate when applied, and car shimmys to a stop. Vehicle had $6,000.00 in repairs to fix a rear end thump. Front end "bottoms out" when going over large bumps, new struts were installed ,now problem is worse. Vibration noise is non-fixable according to nissan. Nissan service claims all problems are inherent to the vehicle.
Brakes keep failing intermittantly , nissan refuses to fix and will not assist me vehicle is a danger to me and others "help"
Driver's seat belt failed.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
When applying ABS brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem.
Questions about the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder brakes
Does the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Nissan Pathfinder brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Nissan Pathfinder have bad brakes?
The Nissan Pathfinder model years with the most brakes complaints are 2013 (67 complaints), 2014 (42 complaints) and 2022 (35 complaints).
Other 1997 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Suspension 105Steering 26Transmission 19Body 17Engine 17Acceleration 16Tires 16Airbags 13Fuel system 10Seat belts 5Electrical 3Wheels 3Driver assistance 2Visibility 2
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