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2025 Nissan Pathfinder Maintenance Schedule

Manufacturer-recommended service intervals for the Maintenance Reminder and open recall alerts for your 2025 Nissan Pathfinder.

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How Nissan schedules service: Maintenance Reminder

Nissan owner's manuals split service into Schedule 1 (severe) and Schedule 2 (normal). Most US drivers fall under Schedule 1. The biggest preventable failure on Nissan vehicles is CVT transmission damage from extended fluid intervals β€” owners of Altima, Rogue, Sentra, Pathfinder, and Murano with CVT should not skip it.

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1 Open Recall

Source: NHTSA

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Campaign #25V173000 Β· Mar 19, 2025

Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60 vehicles. One or both front brake caliper assemblies may have reduced strength and could break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Risk: A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD137 and PD138.

Recall data refreshed Jul 26, 2026.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

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Engine Oil & Filter

Every 5,000 mi

Replace synthetic-blend or full-synthetic oil every 5,000 miles under Schedule 1. Schedule 2: 7,500 miles. VR30DDTT (3.0L twin-turbo): full synthetic only.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

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Tire Rotation

Every 5,000 mi

Rotate tires every 5,000 miles. Front-wheel-drive Nissans (Altima, Sentra, Versa) wear front tires fast β€” don't skip rotations.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires β€” worth asking before paying.

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CVT Fluid (NS-3)

Every 60,000 mi

Nissan officially calls CVT fluid 'lifetime,' but independent technicians and Nissan TSBs recommend replacement every 60,000 miles to prevent CVT failure. Use Nissan NS-3 fluid only β€” substitutes destroy the belt-and-pulley system.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$360–$500

Shop

~$255–$355

DIY

~$80–$180

CVT fluid is manufacturer-specific and pricey β€” do NOT substitute conventional ATF.

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Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and parking brake every 7,500 miles. Rogue and Pathfinder front pads typically last 35,000-50,000 miles.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

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Brake Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Replace DOT 3 brake fluid every 30,000 miles or 2 years. Dark or amber fluid indicates moisture contamination.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 β€” match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

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Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace engine air filter every 30,000 miles, sooner if driving on dusty unpaved roads.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

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Spark Plugs

Every 105,000 mi

Iridium-tipped spark plugs are rated 105,000 miles on QR25, MR20, and VQ35 engines. VR30DDTT: 60,000 miles due to higher cylinder pressures.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly β€” some are tough.

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Long-Life Coolant

Every 75,000 mi

Nissan Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue/green): first change at 105,000 miles, then every 75,000. Do not mix with other coolant chemistries.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant β€” wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

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Transfer Case / Rear Diff (AWD models)

Every 60,000 mi

Rogue AWD, Murano AWD, Pathfinder 4WD: replace transfer case fluid and rear differential fluid every 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$105–$140

Shop

~$75–$100

DIY

~$15–$40

AWD/4WD vehicles only. Easy drain-and-fill on most platforms.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

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Cabin Air Filter

Every 15,000 mi

Replace cabin air filter every 15,000 miles. Located behind the glove box on Altima, Rogue, and Sentra.

Estimated cost β€” typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job β€” easy DIY win.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder.

Reported to NHTSA

Spontaneous windshield, sunroof, and rear glass failure

STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

8 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-06 β†’ 2026-06

β€œDriving down the highway going 65 miles an hour and the sun roof just exploded out hardley no glass inside,sounded like a shotgun went off. Its brand new Pathfinder called dealer and they said they never heard of that. Have never opened the sun roof window.”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11667709
β€œWhile parked back rear glass shattered spontaneously. No object stuck glass. No visible sign of impact. Car was not moving and sitting still. This was a safety issue for rear 3rd seat passengers. No warnings were present”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11678133

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Seat belt design, slack, and sensor faults

SEAT BELTS

3 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-06 β†’ 2026-06

β€œThe contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the seatbelts of the vehicle had excessive slack on the shoulder portion and could not be adjusted properly, resulting in inadequate upper body restraint. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection, but no…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11743545
β€œUnknown Subject: Safety Concern Regarding Rock Creek Model Seatbelt Design I am writing to formally report a serious safety concern regarding the seatbelt design used in the Nissan Rock Creek model. Specifically, the seatbelt in this vehicle includes a plastic insert that is…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11743608

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Side mirror vibration at highway speed

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2 NHTSA complaints Β· 2026-01 β†’ 2026-03

β€œI bought a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum and the driver mirror shakes really bad going over 30 MPH. I have reached out to Nissan of North America and they said this is normal. I have talked to a master mechanic with Nissan and this is a well known issue. My wife and I test…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11708426
β€œI purchased a vechicle from nissan of laurel . My drver side mirror vibrates excessivly while driving which is a safety issue . and i took the dealers and they replace with no cost , the same day the replace i took it back to the dealer because its worst then before and they…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11721383

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Brake lights inoperative outside auto headlight mode

EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES

2 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-08 β†’ 2025-08

β€œIf you have your light set in another position other than auto set, your break lights do not com on. I was getting ready to travel on a trip to Georgia from Texas. I pulled into a gas station when a lady pulled up beside me and said that your break lights are not working. Sure…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11682897
β€œ1. 1ST WEEK HAVING CAR WAS LEAVING TO GO ON A TRIP, I PULLED INTO A GAS STATION. A DRIVER PULLED UP NEXT TO US AND TOLD US WE HAD NO BREAK LIGHTS. ( IT WAS STILL DARK OUTSID!) I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AND HAVE MY WIFE STEP ON THE BREAKS, AND SURE ENOUGH NO BREAK LIGHTS. IT WAS SET ON…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11681338

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Sudden loss of engine power while driving

ENGINE

7 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-03 β†’ 2026-03

β€œOn 03/25/2025, at 7:20 a.m., my wife, on the way to drop off the kids at school, called me and said a light came on the dash and the car was stalled on the railroad track, and a train was coming. I could hear the train whistle blowing. The car would not move off the tracks and…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11650470
β€œWhile driving at highway speeds, my 2025 Nissan Pathfinder suddenly loses power and enters limp mode with no warning. The dashboard displays: β€œEngine Malfunction – Power Reduced – Service Now.” When this happens, the vehicle cannot accelerate and struggles to maintain speed…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11719468

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Stuck accelerator pedal and unintended acceleration

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-12 β†’ 2026-06

β€œVIN [XXX] Date of Incident: December 21, 2025 Location: I-295 South, merging onto I-95 South, Jacksonville, FL Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Pathfinder, VIN [XXX] Owner: [XXX] Witness: [XXX] Phone Number: [XXX] Email Address: [XXX] Incident Description: While driving on I-295 South…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11706414
β€œThe accelerator pedal has gotten stuck at full throttle 3 times under the all weather rock creek floor mat. The mat appears to be properly placed in its molded position, but it allows the pedal to go behind the mat and get stuck. 3 separate times this has happened.”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11724376

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Forward collision avoidance system false faults

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

3 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-09 β†’ 2026-04

β€œThe front collision radar and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on my 2025 Pathfinder Platinum fail intermittently and repeatedly, creating a severe safety hazard. The vehicle is currently available for inspection upon request. Component/System Failed: The front radar…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11732404
β€œThe contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there were audible beeps, and a message flashed on the instrument cluster that the β€œForward Collision Avoidance” system had failed. The contact stated that the vehicle…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11697900

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Airbag non-deployment in crash

AIR BAGS

2 NHTSA complaints Β· 2025-09 β†’ 2025-10

β€œI was involved in a multi-car accident on Oct. 7, 2025. During the accident, I slammed on my brakes because the car in front of me was slamming on its brakes. The car behind me pummeled into my Pathfinder, sending me careening into the car in front of me. There was a huge impact…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11692205
β€œThe contact owned a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the ABS warning light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS system needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact believed that the ABS…”
β€” Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11689221

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Issues on other model years

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  • 2023 Nissan Pathfinder β†’
  • 2024 Nissan Pathfinder β†’
  • 2026 Nissan Pathfinder β†’
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Jul 27, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Jul 27, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts Γ— 1.4 + labor Γ— $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor Γ— $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder reflects Nissan's published service intervals and the Maintenance Reminder system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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