2022 Nissan Pathfinder: Sunroof leaks horribly
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2022 Pathfinder report: sunroof leaks horribly. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 58,000 miles.
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints for the 2022 Pathfinder in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11744548 (filed 06/16/2026): “The contact owns a 2022 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while driving at 7 mph, the sunroof exploded outward. the sunroof cover was closed during the failure, preventing glass fragments from falling inside the vehicle. the contact pulled over to the…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11731875 (filed 04/17/2026): “While driving down the road or a smooth road 60 mile an hour 60° weather, it sound like a bomb went off inside my car after walking around my car i saw nothing wrong and then before i got in i noticed something on top of the car and it was my panoramic window …”
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: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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