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2011 Nissan Pathfinder SV 2WD

The 2011 Nissan Pathfinder SV 2WD is a 266-hp 4.0-liter V6 SUV with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $31,920 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 266 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 288 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Pathfinder measures 192.3 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,563 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$31,920 ($46,127 *)
MSRP with Destination$32,730 ($47,298 *)
Destination Charge$810
Engine
Engine Type4.0L V6 (VQ40DE), naturally aspirated
Displacement4 L
Horsepower266 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque288 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, silent two-stage timing chain
Bore and Stroke95.5 x 92
Compression Ratio9.7:1
Injection TypeMulti-point fuel injection, Nissan Variable Induction Control System (NICS)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
1st Gear3.841
2nd Gear2.352
3rd Gear1.529
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.839
Reverse2.764
Final Drive3.133
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent all-steel double-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar33 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar25.4 mm
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVented disc, 11.65 in x 1.10 in
Rear Brake DiscVented disc, 12.12 in x 0.70 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17-inch aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear17-inch aluminum-alloy
Tires FrontP265/65R17
Tires RearP265/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length192.3 in
Width72.8 in
Height72 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Ground Clearance8.6 in
Cargo Volume16.5 ft³
Curb Weight4,563 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)50% / 50%
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear38.9 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear34.2 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.4 in
Hip Room Front55.5 in
Hip Room Rear57.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (23.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2011 Nissan Pathfinder SUV RWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2011 Nissan Pathfinder SUV 4WD: overall not rated

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan PATHFINDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

NHTSA campaign 23V067000

Dec 19, 2011 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN FRONTIER, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN XTERRA, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN NV VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND THE ENGINE OIL FILTER TO THE ENGINE IN THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO BELOW SPECIFICATION STRENGTH. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY BREAK AT THE OIL FILTER ATTACHMENT POINT AND CAN CAUSE AN ENGINE OIL LEAK.

Consequence: IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTOR BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 11V592000

45 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan PATHFINDER

Owner Complaints

45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan PATHFINDER (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags12
Engine10
Power Train7
Service Brakes6
Suspension6
Electrical System4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 11, 2025 · Suspension
“Rear sub frame has significant rust, snapped while driving at slow speed, there was no injury but steering was affected, no harm done this time but it is a known issue, 2wd model has a recall for the…”
Jun 9, 2025 · Suspension, Air Bags, Seat Belts
“My airbag light and seatbelt light are on and the horn has stopped working. Frame and front suspension is making a horrible creaking sound and has been for months. Frame seems to be rotted … I’ve…”
Mar 5, 2024 · Electrical System, Engine
“Through a check engine light for camshaft position sensor bank 1 so I replaced both of them well that cleared the check engine light for a min and was running good the after five min of running it…”
Dec 13, 2023 · Suspension
“Frame is rotted from rust. Not drivable as drive train connection to wheels in rear end ready to fail at any moment. Rust is so bad it will require towing to be repaired. Repair estimate exceeds blue…”
Sep 14, 2023 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact…”

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 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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