2005 Nissan Pathfinder electrical problems

Filed Jul 15, 2025 · Electrical · CO

I am reporting a serious safety defect with my 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (VIN: [XXX] ). My vehicle has an open recall for the airbag emblem (the federal safety agency #23E-012 / PC948), which is scheduled for inspection. However, I am writing today because I am also experiencing a repeated and dangerous malfunction that is unrelated to that recall: Total loss of dashboard lights and instruments while driving No throttle response even though the engine remains running Temporary function restored only by turning the vehicle off and restarting it on the roas This behavior matches known electrical failures in this model year, often related to the IPDM, ignition switch, or ECM communication. These are not cosmetic or maintenance issues—they are life-threatening. My vehicle has done this multiple times, including at highway speeds. When I contacted South Colorado Springs Nissan, I was told they would only inspect the airbag emblem and would not evaluate this issue unless I paid for diagnostics. I find this unacceptable given Nissan’s history with these failures and the high likelihood this is a known and unresolved defect. I am requesting: That this issue be escalated within Nissan North America That Nissan consider this under a goodwill safety repair, if not covered by existing recall or campaign That the vehicle be diagnosed immediately, and Nissan be held accountable for any known defects I am also reporting this to the federal safety agency as a safety concern. Please confirm receipt of this email and provide next steps. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 14, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · 98,800 miles · NJ

Al encender el carro y calentar para salir el vehculo enciende una luz y en marcha el solo se apaga en medio de las calles o carreteras. Los mecanismos lo chequeo y junto al servicio de seguro ellos sacaron la conclusin la transmisin calienta los cables que van al motor que esto es un problema de fbrica y por esto yo tuve que rebelda la transmisin por $4.000.00 y el seguro me aumento de $1000s a $ 4000s. No puedo USA mi carro que pague $20.000. Fui al diler de la nissan y ellos me dijeron tengo que pagar $165.00 para empezar y despus me dirn e cuanto me cuenta el total del arreglo. No obstante con el diagnstico del ingeniero de mecnica del seguro state farm y los 3 mecanismos que estuvieron en arreglo 1 de motor y elctrico y transmisin. He gastado mucho dinero y no pueden hacer nada ni usar mi vehiculo. En que ustedes me pueden ayudar por amor a dios?

Filed Jun 9, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 90,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that there was a leak underneath the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be inspected. The contact was informed that the was coming from the brake lines. The contact was also informed that the brake fluid leak damaged the battery. The mechanic repaired brake line and replaced the battery however, the failure recurred with the battery. The vehicle was towed to the same independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the second failure. The vehicle was then towed to anderson nissan (3842 az-95, lake havasu city, az 86404) who diagnosed the vehicle with a loose electrical connection with the battery relay. The vehicle was repaired and returned to the contact however, the failure recurred the next day. The contact had the battery replaced once again however, the battery failed for the third time. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the same dealer where they discovered a defective radiator which caused fluid to leak into the transmission. The vehicle was then diagnosed with engine failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Filed Mar 11, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the digital fuel gauge displayed the incorrect fuel mileage. As a result, the vehicle completely shut off due to no fuel being inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Jun 19, 2018 · Electrical · WA

I drive the car and park and then when I go to start the car again it doesn't start so I have to call a tow company to get a jump to start the car and starts right up. I have taken to nissan many times and they said nothing is wrong with the car. I have been stranded many times in the middle of the night.I got stuck the last time and it was far so I had to leave it at a family members house. This has been an on going problem and nissan does not honor their manufacture warranty and also the extended warranty I had. I would like nissan to buy back my car because I can't even sell it like this and I need a car to get around I'm disabled also. I'm totally discussed with nissan.

Filed Feb 19, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · NV

My nissan cranks but don't start, don't know was wrong.

Filed Nov 9, 2017 · Electrical · 165,000 miles · GA

Without any warning and sporadically as I am driving the vehicle it will jerk and then shut off, leaving me with no control over the steering or brakes. Sometimes it will be hard to start but will eventually start and this is also a random occurance. My main concern is it shutting off while driving and leaving me with no control.

Filed Sep 5, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 138,000 miles · RI

Fuel gauge is faulty. Fuel level will read 1/2 full and yet approach empty. The vehicle has run out of gas four times, putting the driver and occupants in a dangerous position.

Filed Jan 28, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 86,000 miles · FL

Car stalled while driving on interstate almost causing a crash. Dealer says it was camshaft and crank sensors charged me $609.00 to repair. Car had only 86,261 miles and should not have electrical problems. No recall on something that can cause car to shut off? Currently having to get the fuel tank pressure sensor replaced costing another $250 not including installation. Current mileage is only 106k.

Filed Nov 10, 2015 · Electrical · 119,000 miles · TN

As I was driving on interstate 24 with a lot of traffic,I was running the speed limit about 75mph and suddenly it just turn off.my steering wheel lock up and I didn't had no control of the vehicle .me and my family was terrifying about the situation we was going threw.but we was lucky nothing happen to us.its not the first time it happen it done it a few times before.I took it to the dealer ship but they say that its not showing any codes.