Recalls: Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid
Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid: accessory nudge bar may detach
In December 2017, a recall was issued for Nissan R52 Series I (R52.I) Pathfinder vehicles that were fitted with Nissan genuine accessory nudge bars. Due to insufficient bolt torque, the nudge bar roll hoop fixing bolts could come loose – this could cause the roll hoop to rattle and, in rare instances, to detach from the vehicle (PRA 2017/16459).
2016 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid: ABS actuator seal could leak brake fluid
In October 2018, recall campaign R1807 was issued for 2016 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles. For these vehicles, the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) actuator may have had an oil seal that could cause internal brake fluid leaks. If brake fluid leaked, an ABS warning lamp would illuminate to alert the driver. If the vehicle continued to be driven in this condition, the brake fluid leak may cause an electrical short circuit in the actuator circuit – in rare cases, this could lead to a fire. For the VINs of the recalled Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17106.
2019 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid: CVT hose installed backwards
In December 2020, recall campaign PC759 was issued for Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles that were produced between March 2019 and June 2019. In these vehicles, the CVT hose from the radiator to the oil warmer may have been installed in reverse orientation. Due to stress from straightening, the CVT oil hose may crack and leak – this could result in loss of power, fluid puddles under the vehicle or smoking when the CVT oil comes into contact with high temperature surfaces. If a leak occurs and oil sprays directly onto the hot exhaust manifold, this could result in a vehicle fire – this circumstance increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18657.
2013-17 Nissan R52 Pathfinder: stop lamp relay may stick in the ‘ON’ position
In March 2021, recall campaign R20C1 was issued for Nissan R52 Pathfinder vehicles that were available for sale in Australia from 25 September 2013 to 31 January 2017. In these vehicles, the stop lamp relay may stick in the ‘ON’ position, causing the following:
- The stop lamps mamy remain illuminated when the brakes were not being applied; or
- Loss of engine power; or
- The driver may be able to shift the vehicle out of part or start the engine without depressing the brake pedal.
These circumstances increased the risk of a collision and, as a result, injury or death to vehicle occupants or other road users. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2021/18827.
2016-20 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Towbar
In April 2021, recall campaign AU211 was issued for Nissan R52 Pathfinder vehicles that were fitted with towbars that were available for sale in Australia from 1 December 2016 to 31 December 2020; the recalled towbars were from batch number ’29 18′ – this number could be found on the towbar’s compliance plate. Due to a manufacturing issue, there may be weld separation on the right hand side of the towbar attachment bracket. As a result, the towbar cross member and bracket could separate and the towbar could detach from the vehicle. If the towbar detached from the vehicle while it was being driven, this would cause a loss of control of the trailer and increase the risk of a collision, in turn increasing the risk of injury for vehicle occupants and/or other road users. For this recall, affected towbars were to be replaced. For the VINs of the vehicles that were compatible with this towbar, please see PRA 2021/18902.
2014-20 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid: loss of motive power
In October 2021, recall campaign R21B5 was issued for 2014-20 Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles. Due to improper programming of the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM), the engine may stall and this would result in a loss of motive power and illumination of a wanrning light on the instrument panel. The loss of motive power increased the risk of a collision and therefore injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. As part of the recall, Nissan dealers were to update the HPCM. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-004973.
Problems and faults: Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid
Overview
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Problems and faults: Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Nissan R52 Pathfinder Hybrid.
