Recall 14V142 affects 3,065 2013 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles for a transmission oil cooler hose leak. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 3,065 2013 Pathfinder vehicles with a CVT because the internal oil cooler hose can detach from the cooler and leak transmission fluid. That fluid loss can make the transmission function improperly and stop acceleration, increasing crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Nissan makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The internal oil cooler hose on the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder with a CVT is a transmission-fluid line. It carries hot transmission fluid between the continuously variable transmission and its cooler, so the fluid can help control heat while the transmission operates. The CVT depends on that fluid for cooling, lubrication, and hydraulic pressure.
In recall 14V142, the hose clamp does not hold the hose to the cooler with enough force. When that connection loosens, the hose detaches from the cooler and transmission fluid leaks out. Once fluid leaves the system, the transmission has less fluid available for the jobs it is designed to do.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the recall filing does not identify an early symptom, owners should not rely on a noise, light, or change in driving feel to know the hose connection is failing.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 3,065 |
Not every 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Transmission fluid loss can make the transmission work improperly and leave the vehicle unable to accelerate, increasing crash risk. If the Pathfinder stops accelerating, move out of traffic when safe and call the dealer for recall guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is included in this recall.
- Watch for Nissan's owner notice if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Nissan dealer about the free oil hose repair kit.
- Reference recall number 14V142 when you call the dealer or Nissan customer service.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer if Nissan mailed one.
- Avoid driving if you see a transmission-fluid leak or the Pathfinder stops accelerating normally; ask the dealer about towing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician installs an oil hose repair kit for the internal oil cooler hose on the continuously variable transmission. The kit addresses the hose connection that allows transmission fluid to leak when the hose comes loose from the cooler. The dealer repair will be free once Nissan has it available. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this record, confirm the current repair timing with a Nissan dealer before scheduling.
Timeline
| March 26, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 12, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V142?
Recall 14V142 covers 3,065 2013 Nissan Pathfinder SUVs equipped with a CVT. The internal oil cooler hose can detach because of inadequate clamping force, letting transmission fluid leak. Nissan dealers install an oil hose repair kit for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Pathfinder is included in recall 14V142. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and ask for the oil hose repair kit. Reference recall 14V142 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires Nissan to repair the defect at no cost, and Nissan's remedy provides an oil hose repair kit free of charge through franchised Nissan dealers. Parts and labor are covered for an included VIN.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of acceleration from leaking transmission fluid. If the transmission stops functioning properly, the Pathfinder can stop accelerating while in traffic, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then have a Nissan dealer complete the free hose repair.
What if I bought this Pathfinder used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2013 Pathfinder is included, then reference recall 14V142 when you contact a franchised Nissan dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V142000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V142 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V142000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →