Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1995 Nissan Pathfinder
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 170 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 58 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 50 complaints
- Power Train 19 complaints
- Suspension 15 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 10 complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 9 complaints
Of the 170 complaints on file, 11 report a crash and 6 a fire; across all 170 complaints, owners report 7 injuries and 6 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder shows a below-average reliability, with significant complaint counts, particularly regarding structure, engine, and power train. The lack of confirmed recall data limits a complete assessment, but the large number of complaints suggests notable reliability concerns over the long term.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | very common |
| Engine and cooling | Unknown | $800–$3,000 | very common |
| Power train | Unknown | $700–$2,500 | common |
| Suspension | Unknown | $400–$1,200 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacements
- Tire rotations and alignment
- Transmission fluid change
- Cooling system flush
- Suspension inspection
- Fuel filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Rust on the body
- Overheating engine
- Transmission slipping
- Unusual noises from suspension
- Steering vibrations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.