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1994 Nissan Pathfinder engine problems

Owners reported engine problems in 36 complaints for the 1994 Nissan Pathfinder, 33% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
36 33% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
1 and 1
Injuries and deaths
0 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire.

What owners wrote

While driving at 30 MPH smoke started coming from the hood and through the air conditioner vents also, the check engine light came. This resulted in vehicle fire. Please provide more details. Ts

November 2002 Fire

At about 100,000 miles, a bolt on the exhaust manifold failed due to the defective manifold warping away from the engine. Bolt was replaced, but future problems were predicted by the mechanic.

Reported at 100,000 miles, August 2002

Other problems reported for the 1994 Nissan Pathfinder

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