Overview & Reviews

All 2003 Pathfinders will offer optional satellite radio, with a choice of XM or Sirius services. The LE model receives a standard leather-appointed interior, while SE models feature restyled wheels. Both models also feature a new four-spoke steering wheel and electronic rear-hatch window release. For safety, there is a new Vehicle Dynamic Control Package that bundles Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), traction control and a tire-pressure monitoring system. Two items no longer offered are the manual transmission and the optional navigation system. Guess you have to buy a map.

• Powerful V6 engine, carlike interior, solid reliability record, rear entertainment system option, available All-Mode 4WD system on LE models.

• Tight rear accommodations, high price tag, hard-to-fold rear seats.

User Reviews:

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  Major problem right from factory! - 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
  By DMY1973 - February 2 - 2:00 am

  The day I picked up the Pathfinder I experienced a stalling/idling problem. The problem continued to get worse and the first time I used it on the highway, the vehicle would not upshift forcing the engine to redline at 65 mph. The dealer made $1500 worth of torque converter warranty repairs. The parts took a month to come in and the vehicle was completely unreliable to drive. This appears to be fixed now but the windshield stress cracked at 6 mos due to improper installation. I enjoy driving this Pathfinder I am very concerned about its long term reliability. I have another 30 months on my lease and that scares me.

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  Its ok - 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
  By NICOLE - March 14 - 2:06 am

  I purchased my 03 pathfinder a year after the new body style came out. At the time I didnt need the 3rd row seat but now wish I purchased that instead. shortly after purchasing I brought it back in because I had a heat shield loose and exhaust leak. My service engine light is always on, I have it shut off and after driving anywhere from 60-200 miles it turns back on because an evap leak. I recently had a smoke machine hooked up to it and was able to find the leak near the gas tank. I have removed almost all the heat shields and replaced my muffler twice and had it fixed once.

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  Not as good as expected - 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
  By wmhray - September 19 - 1:40 pm

  Driving is acceptable, but the brakes had a problem with the pedal going lower than the gas. Dealer had to go over it several times, but this was a safety hazard. The A/C developed a leak, and the Service Engine light cost $900 to get a leak fixed. The shield under the engine fell down due to a corroded fastener breaking.

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  nissan deteoriates on quality - 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
  By chasaschba - May 30 - 2:00 am

  the dealerships are less than knowledgable or informed.... radio/cd changer failed twice brakes are bad news and very soft... dealership and manufacturer are unwilling to address issues exterior build is poor...decals peel off plastic falls off and warps...almost like a Renault....HEY ! maybe it is in disguise transmission could use updating Not the old Nissan and it shows...thrown together.

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  Squeak-noise - 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
  By Amir1978 - June 12 - 2:00 am

  Good overall, but first I had wind noise issues with the roof rack, it was replaced! Now in slow driving over a little bumpy assphalt, I hear annoying queak.