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2024 Nissan Pathfinder service brakes problems
25 owner complaints to NHTSA about the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder cite service brakes, 29% of all 87 complaints for this model year.
Complaints
25
29% of all complaints
Crashes
1
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
3
Reported by owners
What owners say about the service brakes
Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
“Bought the car with 31000 miles. Year of the ca is 2024. Bought it from Honda of Kenosha. CarFax states they have done a 176 point inspection.. During test drive everything was normal. After buying the car and driving on [XXX] to Milwaukee, the car wonders left and right following groves on the road. Feels like driving on ice, if not paying attention could end in another lane. Went to Journey Nissan three times for the same issue. The issue was disregarded all three times and only suggestion was to turn off driver assists. Which they were off all the time. Even then driving assists should not be doing that. Now car has started doing a slight vibration during drives.”
“I am reporting premature and potentially abnormal rear brake wear on my 2024 Nissan Pathfinder with approximately 19,600 miles. During an inspection, the Nissan dealership (Nissan City of Red Bank) measured the rear brake pads at only 1 mm, while the front brake pads measured 6 mm. The dealership recommended replacing the rear brake pads and rotors. The extreme difference in wear between the front and rear brakes at such low mileage raises serious concerns about excessive or abnormal rear brake wear. With only 1 mm of friction material remaining, the rear pads are nearly worn out, creating a potential safety concern and requiring premature replacement of the pads and rotors. The dealership indicated that premature rear brake wear is a known problem with Nissan Pathfinders. Reports from other owners of 2024 Nissan Pathfinders describe similar rear brake wear at approximately 16,000 to 20,000 miles, including cases in which the rear pads were nearly worn out while the front pads retained substantially more material. These similar reports raise concerns that this may be a recurring problem rather than an isolated incident. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate…”
“Legend Nissan service states at 13,623 miles my vehicle needs rear brake pads & rotors resurfaced. They initially stated they will pay for parts, but I will have to pay for labor. I have been driving for over 40 years & never had a vehicle need brakes & rotors at 13,623 miles. This is a manufacturer defect which should warrant a recall. After doing my due diligence I discovered there are numerous customer complaints, & class action lawsuits regarding this make/model (Nissan Pathfinder). I notified Nissan Consumer Affairs & was told by a gentleman named “Smith” Nissan will only pay for the parts & I would be responsible for labor. I disagree with their decision that this is normal wear & tear!”
“Premature wear on my rear brakes. Front brakes when checked were at a level 7 out of 10 while the rear brakes at 24,000 miles were down to a 1 per one company and a 3 per Alpine Nissan. I was told it is recommended I do not drive the vehicle without getting the brakes replaced and the problem was due to my driving and all brakes wear different. If that were the case my front brakes would have gone first or been close to the same measurement. It was deemed unsafe to drive after 24,000 miles. I have 2 small children and at this point do not feel like this is a safe vehicle for me and my family to continue driving nor do I feel I need to take on the financial responsibility of replacing my rear brakes every 1-2 years due to a vehicle malfunction. If I had to slam on my brakes at any point my vehicle would skid which made me realize the significance of this issue and safety driving on the road. The only warning sign I had was a squeaking sound for about a week and I took it in immediately and found my break pads were down to a 1 measurement.”
“I lease a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum with approximately 19,000 miles. During a recent inspection at a Nissan dealership, I was informed that the rear brake pads were worn down to approximately 1.5 mm and required immediate replacement. At the same inspection, the front brake pads still measured approximately 6.5 mm. The vehicle has been driven under normal conditions and has not been used for towing or other unusually demanding braking conditions. I am concerned about the extremely premature and disproportionate wear of the rear brakes. At approximately 19,000 miles, the rear pads are nearly completely worn while the front pads still have substantial material remaining. The Nissan dealer recommended replacement of the rear brake pads and rotors but did not cover the repair under warranty or provide goodwill assistance because brake pads are considered wear items. I believe the unusually rapid rear brake wear may indicate an issue with the rear braking system rather than normal brake-pad wear. Premature rear brake wear could create a safety concern if owners are unaware that their rear pads are becoming severely worn at relatively low mileage. I am…”
“I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety concern involving my 2024 Nissan Pathfinder, which has approximately 19,000 miles on the vehicle. The rear brake pads were found to be excessively worn and required replacement at only 19,000 miles. I consider this premature brake-pad wear to be a significant safety concern given the relatively low mileage and age of the vehicle. The braking system is a critical safety component, and I would not expect the rear brake pads on a relatively new 2024 vehicle with only 19,000 miles to require replacement due to excessive wear. Premature or abnormal brake-pad wear could potentially reduce braking performance, increase stopping distances, cause uneven braking, damage other brake components, or create an unsafe condition if the driver is unaware of the extent of the wear. I am concerned that this may not be an isolated maintenance issue but could potentially indicate a defect or problem with the vehicle's braking system, including the rear brake components, brake calipers, electronic parking brake system, or another component that may be causing abnormal or accelerated brake-pad wear. I am requesting that this complaint…”
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