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Nissan Pathfinder R52

2013–2020 · R52 · suv

Fourth-generation Pathfinder, the controversial move from body-on-frame to unibody construction (shared D platform with the Murano/QX60). 3.5L VQ35DE V6 (~284hp). Xtronic CVT. FWD or AWD. Three-row, seven-passenger family SUV. The off-road crowd hated the switch; the new-buyer audience didn't notice. A short-lived Pathfinder Hybrid (2014-2015) paired the I4 with a small electric motor, sold poorly and was dropped.

Watch out: Xtronic CVT is the central long-term concern. Nissan extended powertrain warranties on earlier model years after a class-action settlement, and the R52 inherited the same CVT family. Multiple recalls during the run, including for the timing chain tensioner on early VQ35 builds. Pre-purchase: check for shudder/jerkiness on a real road test, and verify recall completion.

What your Pathfinder takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Wiper blades26" driver · 17" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • CoolantGenuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) · ~10.4 qtFrom owner's manualShop
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Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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