2010 Nissan Pathfinder: Shifting rough
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Pathfinder report: shifting rough. CarComplaints.com lists 2 owner complaints, average mileage 127,500 miles.
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints for the 2010 Pathfinder in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11484939 (filed 09/17/2022): “I was traveling at approx. 35 mph when the car shuddered violently for a second or two, all panel lights lit up and everything completely shut down while going through a very busy 6-lane intersection. all steering, brakes, and maneuverability were lost. i was …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11466139 (filed 05/25/2022): “Coolant leaked into transmission causing transmission failure . car maker will not acknowledge the problem. car towed to repair shop. told $6000.00 for new radiator and transmission.thank god i was only going 35-40 miles an hour.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace transmission (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $4,800 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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