| Issue ID | 1633328 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11297867 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | PATHFINDER |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 07/01/20 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Whenever i turned on the a/c or heater, there was a strange noise coming from under the hood. I noticed it when i was stationary at a stop light. I turned off the a/c which the noise went away. I took it to firestone to get it checked out, and was told that the coolant fan and shroud was going bad; therefore, it would cost approximately $1,100 to replace. I was told that if it kept kicking on that it could eventually break off and hit the radiator which would do more damage. I called dealership close to where i work, and asked about it. I was informed that he replaced more than a couple of them this past year, and told me he could take care of it for approximately $900. After getting home, i did some research which seems that it has been a common problem with nissan pathfinders made between 2013-2017. It seems nissan is well aware of the problem; however, no recall has been issued for this. Today, i called nissan consumer affairs about this issue which she suggested i file a complaint with the nhtsa. Again, it seems nissan is well aware of the issue; however, they are not taking the steps to address the situation. It's costing consumers additional money for their mistake. I've attached documentation that i had it replaced. Also, i attached just one of the websites that i came across that addresses my concern. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 114954 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BRIDGE CITY, LA |
| VIN pattern | 5N1AR2MN0FCXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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