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Recall 22V-420

Nissan North America, Inc. recalled the 2013 to 2016 Nissan Pathfinder: Latches/locks/linkages (hood, latch).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-420
Reported
June 13, 2022
Vehicles affected
322,671 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.

The risk

An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-[removed]. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles