2022 Nissan Pathfinder
The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 23
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $37,000
- Recalls
- 5
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Pathfinder |
| Model year | 2022 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3.5 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S9) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 21 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 26 |
| Combined MPG | 23 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 386 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Pathfinder 2WD | 23 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Pathfinder 4WD | 23 MPG combined |
| Pathfinder 4WD Platinum | 22 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 21 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 29% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $33,300
- Total interest
- $5,793
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≈ $1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (5)
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT21V742000 · 2021-09-23
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. The third-row headrests may have an improper weld or misaligned internal components, which can allow the headrest to move or detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Remedy: Dealers will replace all three third-row seat headrests, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC844.
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS21V743000 · 2021-09-23
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat back frames may have insufficient welds that could separate.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replaced the seat assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PC845, PC846, and PC847.
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH21V706000 · 2021-09-10
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. Insufficient welds may allow the secondary hood latch retainer bracket to detach from the front bumper assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the secondary hood latch bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC840.
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS22V111000 · 2022-02-24
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 INFINITI QX60 and Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat track may be missing a mounting bolt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat track and install a new mounting bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PC867 and PC868.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V527000 · 2022-07-21
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway).
Is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2022 Nissan Pathfinder is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC