Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- Component
- Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 322,671
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-06-13
- Owners notified
- 2025-03-26
Defect description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.
Safety risk
An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.