Used 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Consumer Reviews
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Nissan transmissions are junk! Buyer beware!
Ghbeachgirl, 05/18/2021
2014 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I would do no stars if possible! I own a Nissan Pathfinder that the CVT issues that created a large class action lawsuit. The judder issue in the CVT transmission can according to the lawsuit findings create a life threatening situation. I am 13,000 over the warranty but was told they offer goodwill assistance. They refused to offer any assistance but gave a hearty sorry you have to deal with this issue, very generous on their behalf. I called to schedule the transmission replacement which is VERY costly as they can't be rebuilt. The owner of the transmission shop said "we do at least three of those a week becuse Nissan transmissions are junk. Buyer beware!!!
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Transmission failure
A, 11/05/2019
2014 Nissan Pathfinder S 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Transmission failure after driving car 2 years!
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2014 Platinum -excellent so far
azawisza, 05/29/2014
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have only had it for almost 300 miles now, but it drives very well. It is a great ride, super comfortable and loaded with features. If you spend the extra money and get the Platinum model with all the extra features, you will be happy that you did. Hopefully wont have any of the transmission issues, but looking forward to taking it on a road trip in the near future to see how it does for a long haul drive.
Perfect Investment, Multi State/Terrain Trips
Eric The Traveler, 12/14/2017
updated 09/10/2019
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have a 2014 Platinum Pathfinder Limited, which has all of the options. Best investment I've ever made. Perfect for long distance trips with family. Awesome headrest monitors for movies, audio system, etc. My passengers all love it. Powerful engine, quiet cabin, smooth ride, quality leather, panoramic sun-roofs, comfy seats (3 rows), awesome AWD on snow. Navigation is wonderful, especially for traveling to places I've never been. Very aerodynamic and saves gas for such large SUV...approx 22mpg ave (city/hwy). CVT transmission can be quirky when driving up the hill at only 5mph because it tries to adjust between different gears. All you need to do is speed up a bit to get it into one gear. If you have issues, have the CVT/gear/speed software get calibrated appropriately...some dealerships actually don't have mechanics that can do this. Transmission is perfect for high speeds and acceleration...most smooth ride I've ever experienced. Front passenger seat may also need software calibration if the airbag sensor is not detecting a light-weight, small person. If you weigh less than around 100 lbs, then it might not detect you, which you would need the dealership to calibrate the software. Again, some dealerships may not have the proper mechanics to do this. In the small town I lived in, they actually only had the master mechanic from a large city come in on certain days to do these calibrations. If you're having issues, most likely it's the software...nothing wrong with actual hardware/physical parts.
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Nice, but.......
Zach, 07/01/2018
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought mine used. 18,000 miles. Fully loaded including headrest tv ministers thru out. I love this vehicle inside. But the problems start externally. Let's start with the transmission. It has a known ghost of an issue. Nissan never did get to the bottom of It! Today is 7/1/18. My Nissan is a 2014. Nissan has been working on the said tranny problem. And has also extended powertrain warrant another 85,000 miles. Issue #2 Is the braking system. 38,000 miles all 4 brake pads are completely worn. I have 4 vehicles in my driveway with 130,000 miles and still on original brakes! With that being said Nissan fails to admit there is an issue. Issue #3 Is tires!!! Again at 38,000 miles the tires are shot. 38,000 miles isn't bad for most new vehicles. As the manufacturer tends to choose the quiet decent performing tire. That means soft compound that wears out fast. My Toyota went 29,000 to give you an idea. However Nissan pathfinder has a major caster/camber issue. AKA alignment. My tires are not shot from mileage. The outsides of all 4 tires are down to the cords. While the inside has still good tread. Nissan fails to admit an issue. Yes my tires were rotated properly every oil change. (Done at the dealership). Issue #3. The exterior trim and mold pieces tend to fall off come unattached. At 38,000 miles I had to have my trim and mouldings replaced. Issue#4. The paint looks nice. But it scratches very easy. The paint used cannot be touched up. The entire vehicle has to be repainted. So if you get in a fender bender....be prepared to repaint the entire vehicle. On the brighter side of this vehicle is an awesome sound system. Ours being platinum has a awesome sound system. Everything inside is cozy and fun. The 3.5 liter engine is a Nissan flagship! It's an excellent engine. Our vehicle cost around 45 to 50,000!! I'm very disappointed considering all the premature issues. And the hefty price tag. I would considering getting back to Toyota! And for what it's worth my father purchased a 2016 pathfinder. He is having the same issues with exception of the transmission problem. We bought ours at the same time! Double trouble! Also I would like to mention my wife has put all the miles on our pathfinder. So it's been driven real mild! No size 13 shoes pinning the pedals to the floor!!!!
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