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Coolant Leaked Into Transmission
2005 Nissan Pathfinder (Page 12 of 22)
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Nissan dealer.
CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2005-2007 Pathfinder appears to have a widespread defect where coolant leaks into the transmission, causing transmission failure around 90,000 miles. Repair costs are typically upwards of $3,500.
According to the New York Times & a class action lawsuit, the defect actually extends through 2010 model year. More info here.
9.2
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- $3,910
- Average Mileage:
- 102,400 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 425 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- replace transmission & radiator (290 reports)
- not sure (55 reports)
- replace transmission & flush the radiator (27 reports)
- replace radiator (14 reports)
- repair transmission and add an external oil cooler (13 reports)
- rebuild transmission (12 reports)
transmission problem
Helpful websites
- Nissan Pathfinder Transmission Lawsuit - Class Action reagrding radiator defect that causes transmission failure.
- Nissan Cracked Radiator And Transmission Problems - A description of how a cracked radiator can cause the transmission to fail and actions you can take.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
This problem almost caused an accident on the freeway. While driving at 60 miles/hour, the whole front end started shaking, then there was no more power. I pulled out of the freeway and noticed a very strong smell...like burning tar. The bottom line is, my Pathfinder is now inoperable. The coolant leaked into the transmission and the repairs...$4150.00. I had read of these complaints, but never thought it would happen to my vehicle. Nice going Nissan you just lost a long time customer!
- Jose M., Escondido, CA, US