2018 Nissan Pathfinder Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 78 owner complaints for the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder. The EPA rates it 21 to 23 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 78
- Crashes / fires reported
- 3 / 0
- EPA combined
- 21–23 MPG
2018 Nissan Pathfinder recalls
Service Brakes, HydraulicNov 8, 2019 · NHTSA 19V807000+
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Back Over PreventionSep 12, 2019 · NHTSA 19V654000+
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 7, 2018 · NHTSA 18V601000+
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Service Brakes20
- Unknown or Other18
- Electrical System14
- Engine13
- Power Train12
- Vehicle Speed Control9
- Steering6
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)6
2018 Nissan Pathfinder gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder 2WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Pathfinder 4WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Pathfinder 4WD Platinum | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder, most recently for the service brakes, hydraulic (Nov 8, 2019). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
Owners filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are service brakes (20), unknown or other (18), electrical system (14).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder at 21 to 23 MPG combined (best version: 20 city / 27 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.