Radiator cracked, leaked into transmission causing transmission failure
2007 Nissan Pathfinder engine complaints
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Radiator has cracked and leaked into the transmission
Coolant contamination, getting mix with transmission oil
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to heritage nissan (1500 veterans memorial hwy ne, rome, ga 30161) where it was diagnosed that there was a leak in the coolant and radiator that leaked into the transmission, which caused the vehicle not to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and repaired. The manufacturer was called and the contact was awaiting a call back. The failure mileage was 107,859. *tt
The vehicle started vibrating very roughly and loudly during acceleration, then suddenly the transmission completely failed while my daughter was driving it on a very busy frontage road to the highway. She was able to steer it onto the shoulder before it stopped coasting; and several people stopped to help her push it into safety in a nearby parking lot. After having it towed to a repair shop, the mechanic informed us that the radiator fluid had leaked through cracks into the transmission fluid, causing irreversible damage to the transmission. Upon researching the problem, we discovered this was a known and acknowedged problem with 2005-2010 nissan pathfinders, but neither a recall nor a warning was ever issued. We are now beyond the warranty coverage in time and in mileage, so nissan will not cover any of the expenses to repair.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the transmission failed and the vehicle shifted gears with force. The vehicle was taken to howell motors buick, gmc, nissan (1158 highway 51-98 summit, ms 39666, (phone) 601‑276‑7711) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed due to a radiator leak. The contact stated that the radiator was replaced by the same dealer in 2015; however, the radiator replacement did not correct the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
In 2007, I purchased a new nissan pathfinder, unaware of any defects. In 2011, I began having problems with my truck not producing heat while it was idle. Nissan stated that the coolant looked dark and advised me that their was air in the line. Once again, I'm having trouble with the heat and now I'm being told the transmission and coolant fluids are intermixed, and that it would cost between $7 and 8 thousand dollars because I need to replace both the transmission and the radiator. When I took my truck to nissan in 2011, and they knew the coolant was dark, I should have been made aware of the defect with the radiator assembly because my issues most likely had already started, and now, it's gotten worse. I was never advised of this problem until now.
I bought my 07 pathfinder in july and the dealership had done repair on the radiator at their expense, and replaced the coolant and tranny fluids and stated there was no cross contamination. However, the vehicle stopped shifting properly and we couldn't tell if it was the tranny, ABS, or 4wd getting caught. As of yesterday the tranny wouldn't change gears. Restarting the car helped. But since there was no recall there is no history of any other work. All maintenance was kept up with the same dealership for the majority of the vehicles life. After the vehicle has been at a stop, and moved to accelerate it wouldn't go into gear/drive then all of a sudden would ?catch? And would launch.
While driving the vehicle temperature gauge pegged out at the high side and there was a burning metal smell. I was told by two different mechanics that the radiator failed and leaked into the transmission. The vehicle is beyond the extended warranty that nissan gave and they never contacted me to let me know that there even was an extended warranty.
I bought a vehical has bad tire pressure sensors lights always on I never know if tires are reallyhaving an issue.
I had noticed fluid leaking from under the front /right portion of my vehicle after I parked. I opened the hood and the reserve cap to the radiator had come loose. After letting my vehicle cool, I inspected both the reserve tank and radiator and noticed the fluid was now a milky/frothy substance. After some detective work, I learned that this is a common issue with pathfinders from 2005- through 2010 that nissan has ignored to fix. The transmission fluid cooler in the radiator assembly "fails" causing contamination to the internal transmission components ,and damage to the internal transmission computer. There are no warning signs up to or just prior to the failures. After contacting nissan and receiving a denial to fix our truck under a warranty, I am stuck with a vehicle with several "thousands of dollars" in repairs all due to nissan ignoring a known defect and not issuing a recall on all vehicles in the "known" year bracket with these issues. I'm sure nothing will be done regarding this issue due to there not being a major loss of lives involved, I.e. Takata airbags,but I find it is my duty to add my name to an already hefty list of other nissan pathfinder owners that have experienced this same problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated while the vehicle was operated, it experienced a complete loss of power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle's transmission and radiator fluid had mixed. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. Updated 10/18/17*lj the consumer stated malfunctioning airbags.
Car cut off while driving on highway,it woultd not start
Transmission of my nissan pathfinder 2007 failed. The radiator spilled the cooling liquid into the transmission, which then proceeded to cause irrepairable damage to the transmission. Transmission replaced with a rebuilt transmission
Transmission fluid is leaking into coolant.
The transmission cooler leaked coolant into the transmission causing the transmission to fail unexpectedly while driving down the highway at a speed of 40-45 MPH
At 80000 miles timing chain had to be replaced $2100.00 repair that nissan was aware of being a common defect . My extended warrantee company did not cover because they said it was a pre - existing problem. At 82000 miles radiator transmission cooler leaked antifreeze into transmission causing failure to both. Another problem that nissan was aware of and would not pay for a repair for over $6000 because they had no recall
Now on our 2nd radiator/transmission issue with our nissan pathfinder, the original repair was under warranty, but now experiencing same issues again. With both instances the car was being driven when issues occurred. Fortunately, the location to the repair shop is close. Our pathfinder is currently in a repair shop under going diagnostics.
Car started to shudder when driving, heater would get cold when car was sitting, vibrations when driving. Garage said radiator cracked and leaked fluid into transmission fluid and destroyed engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. While driving various speeds, the transmission slipped and the vehicle overheated. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who would not diagnose the vehicle. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a cracked radiator that caused fluid to leak into the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 83,200.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. While driving 50 MPH and merging into the slow lane, the vehicle aggressively lunged forward. The vehicle shook vigorously and the check engine and check oil warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was engine sludge. The transmission and radiator failed due to the external cooler failure. The radiator, transmission, and external cooler all needed to be replaced with aftermarket parts, according to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
Truck was jerking a couple of weeks ago then went to direct fix.com, which said to look for contamination in the coolant reservoir. So I replaced the radiator, flush the transmission, replace transmitter and filled oem transfluid. Ran good for two weeks and tran's just went bank. Irec
My pathfinder taking antifreeze inside of transmission fluid turning it to look like pepto bismol also my engine is taking in anti freeze also. There are recalls on this problem with their vehicles note my truck still run but it over heats tranny works too I've parked it for couple years now I haven't driven it to the point where it don't work.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. While parked, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into the transmission, which caused transmission fluid and coolant to mix. The mechanic stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,687.
Radiator recall for trans lines leaking into radiator contaminating coolant. And now the timing chain tensioner is causing a loud knock in the engine from the timing chain.
Enjoying our pathfinder one afternoon and went to pass a car and it would not kick inot passing gear. When we stopped I could smell that it was hot, but could not find a leak. After letting it cool, I checked the coolant level and found that grey froth in the radiator. A quick check on the internet lead me to me worst fear. I am still in the process of flushing radiator and getting quotes. Local aamco guy said that transmission is doomed, and they see a lot of these. $4,000 - 4500 to rebuild. So much money for such an easy repair had I known before the radiator gave up. No more nissans for this family!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started to lose power. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and later towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the radiator cracked and leaked water into the transmission, which caused the computer system, radiator, and transmission to fail. The radiator and transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Vehicle lost power, will not transmit power to the wheels, appears to be a highly complaint among all owners. Transmission has failed in a heavy traffic area. Fuel level sender is no longer working.
I was told by the dealership there was a bad timing chain - called nissan and they said they would not financially assist with the repair. There appears to be a civil lawsuit regarding this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle vibrated severely from the front end of the vehicle multiple times without warning. The vehicle was driven to a mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission fluid leaked into the radiator. The radiator and transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
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