There is a leak in my radiator which as gone into my transmission rendering it inoperable. Mechanics recommend to replace the entire transmission due to this massive design flaw nissan has been well aware of for years. ...updated 12/03/15 *bf I've spoken with my nissan dealer as well as the dealer that looked over the car when I purchased it and both said it's a massive problem and customers have no way of knowing if or when it could occur, and therefore no way of preventing it. I understand the north carolina consumer council filed a petition back in 2012 and that the complaint volume has been tremendous on this issue. I hope the federal safety agency comes to the conclusion that this part should have been recalled. I have no family vehicle now and cannot afford to pay $7500 for a new transmission, that had no issues at all until the defective radiator got a hole. Thank you
2005 Nissan Pathfinder transmission complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that while at an idle position, the vehicle shook and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact was a certified mechanic and was able to determine that the transmission was damaged because of contamination of the engine coolant that seeped through a cracked at the line and contaminated the radiator. The entire transmission would need to be repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were both made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 142,741. Updated 02/12/16*lj
This is the same as another complaint (# 10777718) filed through this site on 9/25. I took my truck in because of the service engine check light and the tech reported catalytic converter, heater hose vacuum & valve, power steering hose, and tire GPS. We have taken the truck in for the 3rd winter season and now they are saying it cost $725 dollars to repair the issue. For 3 years we have taken it in and they flushed the system, replace a sensor, and now this? Also the catalytic converter costing $1380 and power steering hose at $305. I noticed 4 recalls that we were never contacted about with the engine, and we have taken the truck in numerous times for these issues and they never mentioned the recalls. Our issue with the catalytic converter is exactly the same as the above mentioned issue filed in september. We also purchased an extended warranty, and none of this is covered. I wonder who else is having the same issue with the catalytic converter?
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving at a low speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The engine's rpms increased and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Transmission failed. Slipping.
Issues with the transmission. Began with radiator issues. Come to find out, there has been many issues with coolant mixing into places it shouldn't. Then the torque converter went out, and now the safety neutral switch and valve body. Very short engineering and problem after problem obviously known to nissan but no recalls reported.
After receiving a complimentary multi-point inspection from the local nissan dealership, my wife told me that on the way home that the transmission seemed to not want to shift properly. Went to check transmission fluid and found that the dipstick is locked into place. Did some quick research to find out how to check fluid level and then found out about issue with nissan pathfinders radiators having a problem with leaking coolant into the transmission cooling system. Checked radiator and found frothing foam on the inside of the pressure cap indicating that the radiator had failed. Contacted dealership and asked them why the section of the inspection for the cooling system and transmission system were checked as "ok". Did not receive an answer. Also, we were never notified by nissan about the issue with radiator in our nissan. The vehicle is currently parked since the dealership said it would cost up to $3000 dollars in repairs under the agreement reached. I do not understand why this was not a recall. This situation could of caused a catastrophic failure of the transmission at speed while driving or catastrophic failure of the engine because of lack of cooling causing the engine to seize up at speed while driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle failed to shift into fourth gear, there was an abnormal noise, and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The service engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact mentioned that the vehicle jerked before resuming acceleration. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission fluid leaked into the radiator and caused the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Never buy nissan again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My 2005 pathfinder the trans cooler has started showing signs of failure. Radiator/transmission
The vehicle has had all sorts of issues starting with the brakes when one brake shoe totally disintegrated and evidently ruptured brake lines at around 61,000 miles. New brake replacement almost $900. Since that time (the vehicle now has 75000 miles) the transmission has continually slipped, the gas gauges and all other gauges work intermittently, and the emissions test last month showed possible catalytic converter issues (there are evidently two). When taken in for service the service technician suggested I get rid of the vehicle because it was notorious for cross contamination of coolant and transmission fluid. Continuing to drive it would eventually destroy the transmission, and even now may have permanent damage. When contacting nissan about possible recalls and the supposed settled class action lawsuit concerning the transmission contamination, I was told I would need documentation of all service done to the vehicle to receive $800 toward the necessary $3800 repair cost just for the contamination leak. If anyone is considering purchasing this or any other nissan product, I would avoid it at all cost.
I have submitted a previous complaint about the transmission failing as a result of a radiator leak into the transmission. The car was repaired and running fine however a new problem emerged, that is a result of the same radiator leak. My transmission control module failed on my wife while she was driving it. This is directly related to the radiator leak as there was coolant in the computer module. She was stopped at a stoplight on a busy freeway and suddenly could not move the vehicle. It created a huge safety issue for her and my sons. The repairs have now exceeded $5000.00.
The vehicle does not always go into gear from a starting position, or from one gear to the next. Also, it will suddenly lurch into gear. It's a consistent issue that happens every time the car is driven. I took the vehicle in for an inspection and was told it was an issue with the coolant leaking into the transmission and vice versa. I researched the issue and discovered that it had been reported to the federal safety agency and is under investigation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving at various speeds, the brake pedal vibrated when it was depressed. The contact heard an abnormal noise that came from the transmission. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate to respond when depressing the accelerator pedal and an abnormal noise was present coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission valve body failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the transmission was previously replaced in august of 2014. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 90,000.
The timing chain had to be replaced at 65k miles. It cost $1200 and it's a common nissan problem.
Vehicle had trouble picking up speed after stopping which is dangerous when crossing traffic. Vehicle stalled and had to cool off before restarting. Took the vehicle to dealearship and they stated that it was a common flaw in nissans where the radiator coolant leaked into the transmission due to cracked atf line. They recommended either installing a new transmission or having the transmission rebuilt.
My transmission failed due to a leak in the radiator. I am beyond upset. No way this should have happened. This car is cared for perfectly. My transmission shop estimates the cost will be over $3000. Transmission shop told me this is a very common problem with this make and model.
The radiator leaked into the transmission causing catastrophic transmission failure.
Transmission fluid coolant line failed in radiator causing coolant and transmission fluid to mix and destroy the transmission
Vehicle had trouble picking up speed after stopping which is dangerous when crossing traffic. Vehicle stalled and had to cool off before restarting. Took the vehicle to dealearship and they stated into was a common flaw in nissans where the radiator coolant leaked into the transmission due to cracked atf line. They recommended either installing a new transmission or having the transmission rebuilt. They recommened a place to have the transmission rebuilt. Picked up the vehical after rebuild on july 1, 2015 and began having the same symptoms on july 7, 2015.
My car started shuttering when it was trying to change gears and when I took it to the dealership they informed me that the radiator was leaking coolant and it got into the transmission contaminating the transmission therefore I need a new radiator and transmission. I have a power train warranty which covers the transmission but not the radiator and because the radiator was the cause of the transmission going bad the warranty won't pay to replace the transmission either. After investigating this has been a known problem with this year, make and model and people are getting ripped off. If this has been an ongoing problem why wouldn't it have been a recall. I am disgusted with the entire matter and think it needs to be addressed so people don't continue to get ripped off. I am hoping they come through and replace mine for free.
I had the same issue as many others. Coolant leaked into the transmission causing hard shifts, and shuttering while accelerating.
Vehicle contained a defective radiator cooler tank that ruptures and forces coolant into the transmission through the cooler lines. When the coolant mixes with transmission fluid it creates a frothy liquid that eats valves, erodes seals and causes corrosion. Its toxic, irreversible and killed the 5-speed automatic transmission. This problem was listed as the 2nd worst problem on carcomplaints.com's "top vehicle problem trends of 2012". Why is this not a recall?!
Transmission cooler attached to radiator cracked causing coolant to leak into the transmission leading to failure to accelerate the vehicle when needed and complete failure of the transmission.
Transmission failed.
I started having issues with my 2005 nissan pathfinder at approximately 100,000 miles. I first noticed the problem with the heater. When I was parked the truck would not heat up only cold air with come out. Next problem was when I would step on the gas pedal the truck would jerk alot and it would vibrate when I would speed up. It was very scary, it actually felt like it was going to cause me to get into an accident, that's how terrible it felt. I took it to the nissan dealer where I bought the truck for them to check it and they immediately knew that the problem was coming from the transmission. The coolant mixed into the radiator causing for that to go bad too. I called the nissan headquarters after finding out that this issue was experienced by so many other owners of 2005 nissan pathfinders. This job cost me over $4000.
Got recall in mail for radiator and transmission recall which we had to pay for?!?! Over $2000. To replace the radiator and not even 3 months had gone by and have had the truck to the garage 3 times due to damage from transmission. Got in truck to go to work today yup you guessed it transmission is now shot put in drive and doesn't go. Totally unfair nissan should have replaced it when the recall came out. Why should the consumer pay for there screw up? New transmission $5000. Will never buy nissan again and will make sure I tell everyone. So far to date $5000. To try to fix up nissan's mess and then I'm to spend another $5000. On there mistake. Ha total bull!!!!! They should have stood by there product and replaced everything at no cost to the owner!!! Very unhappy!!
Have problem with cooling system leaking into transmission.
Vehicle failed to torque after accelerating and slipped, after I lost control slightly bumped into a parked car.
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