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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Consumer Reviews

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HVAC Problem

Amour, 02/26/2023
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
35 of 40 people found this review helpful

The hvac system on Nissan pathfinder rock creek 2023 has issues. Heater will start blowing cold air after driving it for at least 30 minutes or more. Nissan dealership cannot fix it. I was told that everything is normal when dealership looked and tested it. Come on NISSAN get your lazy engineer to look at this issues. My first issues was fuel sensor, the day i bought it check engine light pop out. It took them 2 weeks to fix it. Second issues was strut upper mount grinding noise. Very unreliable. Now 3rd is the hvac. Beware buyers if you are looking at this pathfinder. Lesson learned.

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5 out of 5 stars

Surprise Change by 23 Nissan Pathfinder

Urban Landmark, 11/13/2022
2023 Nissan Pathfinder SL 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
29 of 33 people found this review helpful

I owned a 2022 Pathfinder SL. The front passenger seat was fixed, not power and the height fell below any standard height in all makes. It was very uncomfortable. There have been many complaints on the internet about this issue. I turned in the 2022 and purchased a new 2023 Pathfinder SL. This vehicle comes with a full power front passenger seat and the problem is resolved. Thanks to Nissan for correcting that situation. I also find the ride in the 2023 much smoother and quieter than the 2022 Model. The Pathfinder is a great vehicle and offers many tech accessories with a focus on safety. Overall, excellent value and carries a look that is very appealing.

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2 out of 5 stars

Think twice before you buy

5 Nissans Dothan, Alabama, 06/20/2023
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful

This is my second Pathfinder. I loved the first one in 2015. No problems at all. I am 4 months into having the 2023 and it was towed from a parking lot because of ongoing engine issues, that resulted in engine failure and it shutting down completely in the entrance to a parking lot. Very disappointing to read about similar circumstances and Nissan not trying to fix the issue and still selling them like there’s nothing wrong. I have 15 year old that is learning to drive. Not a safe or reliable car for this. The two stars that I gave were for the windshield display which is a great feature.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great multi purpose SUV!

Event H, 03/06/2023
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

After looking at the full market for 3 row SUVs the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Roc Creek was the right choice to purchase. I bought the Rock Creek version and have not been disappointed by anything with this SUV. It handled amazingly in the snow and ice and I can't wait to take it camping this Spring and Summer. It has plenty of room and the road noise is very little considering the extra large tires that come with it. My kids love the space in the back. My only issue is that the passenger seat in the front cannot be adjusted to sit higher. For a shorter person to sit over there it makes them feel small if they can't sit up and enjoy the ride a little better. Overall, love this SUV and compared to the price of others I would recommend to everyone. Other SUVs in its class can cost up to 10k more for maybe 2-3 extra small features. In my opinion this just isn't worth it for the money. Especially when the Rock Creek comes standard with so many awesome features

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1 out of 5 stars

Not even two months old and it’s a lemon!

Chanda, 07/17/2023
2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful

I’m so shocked that in 2023 a vehicle could be made so poorly! 3000 miles and the car changed to a lemon! Struts needed, shifts into neutral on it’s own while at stoplights or in stop and go traffic, rough idle, feels like the transmission is going to go out at any minute, engine seems like it struggles to pick up power when it’s really needed and two different drivers have commented on how sluggish it is when you step in the gas pedal smh. The little camera in the back just randomly popped out, the apple car play just stops working when it wants to. It drives like an old truck, moody and unpredictable. The leather seats has gotten discolored for some reason and the right side passenger seat has NEVER worked to recline or adjust from day one! For a car that was over 55k, I’m in tears because I can’t afford to keep it in a shop for weeks and pay for rentals! I’m a single mom, a nurse and Nissan should be ASHAMED to have put this on the market without making sure that it was safe and perfect. :( NEVER again will I buy a Nissan or anything they produce!

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