2012 Nissan Pathfinder: Suspension complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints for the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder that list the suspension component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11700670 (filed 11/20/2025): “Right lower control arm snapped while driving at highway speed (65mph) causing vehicle into a 360 spin. vehicle spun, was hard to control and tire blew out at speed. others behind me or in front may have gotten involved if traffic was heavier at the time. vehicle wasnt inspected, no police involved.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11662905 (filed 05/24/2025): “Rear subframe sagging and unsafe due to rust and corrosion.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11582196 (filed 04/10/2024): “The contact owns a 2012 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed that the rear tires were abnormally damaged. the contact stated that upon further inspection, he noticed that the subframe was severely corroded and fractured. the dealer was notified of the f…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Shocks/struts can be DIY with proper spring compressors; air suspension diagnosis needs a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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