Used 2005 Nissan Pathfinder Consumer Reviews
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Be aware of Transmission/Fuel Problems
karenlincoln, 09/19/2010
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We are having a problem with our radiator coolant leaking into our transmission just like most 2005 yr models are having and also had to replace fuel sending unit (like other also). Both of which are a design flaw on Nissan's part and they are trying to get away with it and not own up to their responsibility. This is a costly repair- 471 for fuel sending unit and 6000 for new transmission/ 1200 for new radiator. So as you can see you can go out a purchase a very good used car for that. Nissan take care of your customers!
RECALL NEEDED
Mommy2Bu2fullBOYS, 07/17/2009
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
So 2 months ago vehicle started slamming into 1st gear than Im driving home and it starts having trouble switching gears. I go home start researching transmission 05 nissan. I come across this website hear all about the radiator fluid leaking into the transmission. its gets towed to aamco and sure enough transmission is rusted out due to radiator leaking into transmission!!!!!!!! WTF recall this now I have to pay $370 a month for my payments plus $5300 to fix this problem!!! Now im driving my husbands beater to get around and we cant go anywhere as a family because our family vehicle is in the shop!
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Great runner at 179,000 miles
Dave, 08/20/2023
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Off Road 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Beast off road great for daily commute.
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Don't buy if you like problems
Hunter, 12/21/2017
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
We bought this car used with 118,000 miles on it a week after purchase the transmission went out a week or so after that the fuel injectors went out. Then a month after purchase the fuel pump went out. We are now around 145,000 miles and thank god have been issue free for a year. Due to the previous issues we are scared to take anywhere longer than 4 hours away. If you live in a snowy state and have the 4x2 RWD then prepare for the worst winter of your life. You will slide if there's a little bit of slush or ice, if your down hill and stopped then make sure you have plenty of car length in front of you, because your car will slide at a complete stop. Not to mention braking on a little bit of snow or slush will cause you to slide as well. If you have two kids in car seats you can forget about getting anyone in the third row. Plus one adult is lucky to get to the third row and if you can it's not comfortable. She is a nice car on the outside but design and reliability gives this SUV 2 stars
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worst bumpers ever
vadim, 10/08/2009
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Cheap plastic inside and outside - everything inside breaks - plastic covers on the side of the seat broke, central storage bin in between passenger seat and drivers seat also broke. But the worst things is the bumpers - for a car of this class - a big suv, these bumpers are very flimsy.. Minor things will cause them to break, crack, tea and lose paint. Horrible. Cd player broke - cd's get stuck. Also the whole car makes noises - squeaking and rattling everywhere. Dealer said it's normal and couldnt fix it. Horrible gas mileage 12 mpg city / 16 highway, made no difference if putting super, premium or regular gas.
bad car! bad car!
venting67, 12/07/2011
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is RIDICULOUS!!! I bought this car used with only 36,000 miles, if that. This car has broken down soooo many times that I am both surprised and disappointed that the government has not stepped in and reprimanded Nissan. Other than normal maintenance, I have spent greater than $3000 in major repairs. I am soo over this car and will be trading it as soon as possible.
Best Bang for the Buck
Guy, 08/01/2009
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased our 05 Pathfinder in July 2005. $26,000 out the door. A lot of truck for the money. The 4.0 V6 delivers plenty of power. So smooth, you cant even feel the tranny shift. As far as comfort, no complaints here. I had one problem in four years. The belt tentioner had to be replaced. I love the looks and secure ride of this vehicle. I will most likely buy another one. Also looking at the Suzuki Equator (Pick-up). This vehicle is a twin to the Nissan Frontier. Suzuki give the better warranty.
Pathfinder 05
Pathfinder 05, 11/11/2019
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Off Road 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great engine and good on highway
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Nissan Finally Transmission/Radiator Issue!!
koz5150, 01/15/2011
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Off Road Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
To all those who have had the infamous transmission/radiator issues, I just received a letter in the mail from Nissan saying that while they are not creating a reacall for it, they are extending the warranty on the vehicle to cover this issue. They are extending the warranty to 96 months or 80K miles. While this is not the perfect solution, it should help a large number of owners. To those who already had to pay for a repair for this, it sounds like you will be able to get reimbursed for it. Hopefully you all will be receiving your letters shortly. While my 2005 Pathfinder has not yet had this issue, I just wanted to pass on the somewhat good news.
Good Vehicle
Jason, 02/08/2009
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought in 06 used with 20k. Did have a sending unit problem causing engine light to come on at 50k. Bought one online for $80 and spent 2 hours by myself swapping it out. Not to hard to do. And also was not painted very well in the gap between the front pillars and fenders. Found that out at high press car wash, used touch up and can't tell anymore. Other than those two problems I am pleased with her, lots of power, not bad in the dirt or mud and I don't baby it. Rides good on highway and handles a trailer well. Was looking at Trailblazer's but Pathys have better reliability and much better crash ratings. Important to me when it's the wife's car and she's always hauling my 2 girls.