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P0430 on NISSAN PATHFINDER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2005, 2018

What P0430 Means on Your NISSAN PATHFINDER

Real NISSAN PATHFINDER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"The issues with the vehicle began at 133834 miles. when driving, at times it would vibrate out of nowhere. after a stop, it would shift up hard or fail to downshift and then hit hard when it finally would go in to gear."

— 2005 NISSAN PATHFINDER owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 10/05/2017

"The engine began to fail because of a lack of adequate breathability into the crankcase, causing high crankcase pressure, excessive oil blowby, severe exhaust smoke, severe engine sludge, severe engine shuddering, and lack of response to the power steering because of engine power loss."

— 2018 NISSAN PATHFINDER owner • STEERING,ENGINE • Filed 11/03/2024

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0430 on NISSAN PATHFINDER

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2005
1
2018
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0430 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026