1987 Nissan Pathfinder
Reliability, common problems, recalls and owner complaints
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder.
Recalls on the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder
Equipment: labels
INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.
Seat belts: buckle assembly
MISMATCH OF MALE AND FEMALE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.
Source: NHTSA
What 28 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
1987 Nissan Pathfinder at a glance
- Engine
- 2.4L 4-Cylinder, 3.0L 6-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd, Automatic 3-spd
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- SUV
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder with NHTSA, most often about the seat belts. 2 recall campaigns cover this model year.
Is the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the 1987 Nissan Pathfinder with NHTSA, most often about the seat belts. 2 recall campaigns cover this model year. How a specific car holds up depends on its engine, mileage and maintenance record.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1987 Nissan Pathfinder?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1987 Nissan Pathfinder listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.