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1990 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr 5MT 4WD

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1990 Nissan Pathfinder – front Unverified
Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, front left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the first generation (WD21, 1987–1995); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, front left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 V6 (50817615643) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 V6 (50818457222) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder SE, rear 5.19.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1995 Nissan Pathfinder XE in Champagne Pearl Metallic, rear left, 08-13-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1990 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4dr 5MT 4WD is a 153-hp 3.0-liter V6 SUV with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $20,149 MSRP.

It makes 153 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.

The Pathfinder measures 171.9 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,850 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,149 ($50,103 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.0L V6 (VG30E), multi-point fuel injection
Displacement3 L
Horsepower153 hp
Torque180 lb-ft
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length171.9 in
Width66.5 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Curb Weight3,850 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.3 in
Headroom Rear36.8 in
Legroom Front42.6 in
Legroom Rear33.1 in
Shoulder Room Front54.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.1 in
Hip Room Front52.2 in
Hip Room Rear55.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Nissan PATHFINDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.

NHTSA campaign 95V103002

Apr 17, 1990 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.

NHTSA campaign 90V072000

40 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Nissan PATHFINDER

Owner Complaints

40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Nissan PATHFINDER (1 mention a crash, 2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train15
Engine And Engine Cooling14
Seat Belts3
Fuel System2
Gasoline2
Tires2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 26, 2004 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“INQUIRY WHETHER NISSAN IS OBLIGATED TO REPAIR OR COVER THE COST OF REPAIR FOR BROKE EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS WHICH COULD CAUSE CARBON MONOXIDE PROBLEMS. *PH *LA”
Mar 4, 2004 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Exterior Lighting
“EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS HAVE BROKEN ON BOTH MANIFOLDS AT AN ESTIMATED REPAIR BILL OF $800. WE HAVE NO CHOICE TO HAVE IT REPAIRED AS WE CANNOT RECEIVE OUR EMMISSION TEST APPROVAL TO GET OUR VEHICLE…”
Jan 30, 2003 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“MULTIPLE STUDS BROKEN ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD MULTIPLE TIMES. RIGHT (PASSENGER) SIDE TWICE. LEFT SIDE ONCE.”
Apr 14, 2002 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“NISSAN RECOGNIZED EXHAUST MANIFOLD DESIGN DEFECTS LEADING TO MANIFOLD WARPAGE AND REPEATED EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLT BREAKAGE. EVENTUALLY CAUSING EXHAUST GAS LEAKS AND NOISE PROBLEMS . NISSAN RECOGNIZES…”
Dec 31, 2001 · Tires
“ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT, GENERAL AMERI-TECH TIRES, SIZE P23575R15, DOT#3HL27W443; REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TREAD SEPARATED WHILE TRAVELING 65MPH. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. CONSUMER HAS TIRES. CONSUMER IS…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1990 NISSAN PATHFINDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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