Nissan Pathfinder NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Nissan Pathfinder at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Nissan Pathfinder Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 73 |
| 2024 | 2024 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 73 |
| 2023 | 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 101 |
| 2023 | 2023 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | — | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 1 | 101 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 | 133 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | — | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | — | 5 | 133 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Nissan Pathfinder Safety FAQ
Is the Nissan Pathfinder a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Nissan Pathfinder an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Nissan Pathfinder?
The Nissan Pathfinder scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 15.5%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Nissan Pathfinder have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Nissan Pathfinder as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.