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2005 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems

276 complaints (26% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,000. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints
276
of this car's complaints
26%
typical mileage
65,000
crashes
3
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Storage: fuel gauge system
    22
  • Storage: auxillary tank
    13
  • Delivery: fuel pump
    7
  • Storage: tank assembly
    3
  • Storage: auxillary tank: selector devices
    1
  • Delivery
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fuel gauge 214Fuel pump 16

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2005 Nissan Pathfinder owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 30, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · 126,000 miles · CT

In the last 4 years I've replaced emissions system brakes rotors air conditioning system exhaust system radiator and transmission. Car was vibrating shaking cutting out leaking exhaust fumes and emissions system failed.

Filed Jan 4, 2020 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · MD

I has to replace the 2 gaskets on the oil galley gasket in the timing cover. It coat me over 1000 dollars and I had a 2005 nissan xterra that had 5he same problem and it cost be thousands to fix and I had to junk it because it smoked so much then valve train got f ried..

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 Feb 19, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · NV

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

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 Aug 21, 2017 · Fuel system · CA

Fuel tank sending unit, shows fuel tank empty when is full

Filed May 15, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 92,377 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. After the contact placed fuel in the vehicle, the contact restarted the engine and noticed that the fuel gauge indicator on the instrument panel showed empty the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not under warranty and the contact needed to pay for the repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,377. Updated 07/11/17*lj

Filed Oct 26, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · 116,000 miles · CO

I was stranded in a parking lot because my car would not start. After having it towed to the dealership, I find out it is the "intermix" between the radiator and the transmission. I never received any information about this from nissan, but now understand it was a known and frequent failure - by design. Essentially, after 90,000 mile, the car is worthless because of this issue. After paying $5,000 for the repair, I drove off the lot only to have my fuel pump fail. Literally, I drove off the lot and the engine began misfiring. Unbelievable.

Filed Jul 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 156,000 miles · CA

Faulty fuel gauge sensor: dte gauge does not reset. Engine check light

Filed Apr 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 101,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving 50 MPH, the fuel gage indicator failed to display the correct fuel level. The vehicle slowed down and was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel system storage failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

Questions about the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system

Does the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 276 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder, 26% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2005 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Nissan Pathfinder have the most fuel system problems?

The Nissan Pathfinder model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2005 (276 complaints), 2006 (231 complaints) and 2007 (119 complaints).

Other 2005 Nissan Pathfinder problems

Transmission 585Engine 433Electrical 66Acceleration 31Airbags 22Brakes 18Body 14Steering 9Suspension 9Visibility 7Driver assistance 4Locks 3Tires 3Seat belts 2Seats 2Wheels 2

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