Is it the same transmission that the Qx60 is using though? Well for sure it does raise a concern.
U.S. safety regulators opened an investigation into two 2013 Nissan Motor Co. models, the Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti JX35, after consumers complained that the transmission cooler line connection failed, a filing showed.
An investigation may lead to a recall, which would affect an estimated 110,000 vehicles, said the filing dated Aug. 29 on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Web site.
Nissan owners told the NHTSA that the failures caused a sudden loss of power from the transmission due to the loss of the transmission fluid.
Nissan spokesman Steve Yaeger said that the company was working with the NHTSA to address the agency's concerns. A repair procedure has been developed for the vehicles that experienced the problem, Yaeger said.
The filing did not say whether there had been any injuries or crashes because of this problem.
NHTSA typically begins a preliminary evaluation when consumer complaints or manufacturer service bulletins suggest there may be a harmful defect. Once that evaluation is complete, the agency either begins an engineering analysis or closes the inquiry. Based on the outcome of the engineering analysis, a vehicle may be recalled or the inquiry may be closed with no further action.
not sure but even 2014 Pathfinders still have the problem, it would have me being very concerned about the QX60Is it the same transmission that the Qx60 is using though? Well for sure it does raise a concern.
I think that may have to do with differences of usage. The QX60 isnt designed to tow while the Pathfinder has been. CVTs by nature are designed for a narrower scope of operation than conventional geared trannys. CVTs work well for a long time inside small, low power cars. As they are put into larger, vehicles, especially those that are more likely to carry heavier loads, or even tow, the risks are higher (OH Hello Pathfinder).the pathfinder owners are having lots of problems with the shudder. the JX or QX60 doesn't seem to have the problems.
They changed the transmission to the same one used in the Altima. The transmission is the XTronic CVT, which will tow 5,000 lbs as compared to the JX models which tow about 3,000. The JX has 6 manual shift ranges and the late model JX and new QX60 have 7 manual shift ranges.I've heard of people having problems with the Pathfinder just out of the dealership.
Does the Pathfinder have a slightly different transmission?
I see that as the problem right there, the Pathfinders 5,000 pound tow rating is more than the Altimas 3,179–3,190 lb curb weight, plus the Pathfinders 4,290 lb curb weight you potentially have a CVT hauling around ~9,000 lbs. That is way in excess of what CVTs were ever designed to do.They changed the transmission to the same one used in the Altima. The transmission is the XTronic CVT, which will tow 5,000 lbs as compared to the JX models which tow about 3,000. The JX has 6 manual shift ranges and the late model JX and new QX60 have 7 manual shift ranges.
thats understandable. what else are you looking at?Attached is a link to an article from Consumer Reports. Contained within it are the results of feedback from 1.1 million of its subscribers. Of note is that Infiniti's JX and Nissan's Pathfinder (both for the2013 year) are their respective Brand's Worst Model for Predicted Vehicle Reliability for 2014 models. I surmize that both these are on the list due to the CVT transmission and braking issues.
http://www.freep.com/article/20131028/BUSINESS01/310280088/General-Motors-Ford-Chrysler-automotive-Consumer-Reports
I will be in the market for a 7-passenger SUV/Crossover next year and was considering the QX60. However given the two brake recalls on the JX35 (the latest also on the QX60), the ongoing issues with the CVT transmission, along with a myriad of other issues new owners have been experiencing, it is very doubtful I will be purchasing a QX60 next year. I definitely like the exterior design, interior layout & certain available safety/convenience features. But unless the 2015 QX60 offers a normal transmission (and a more powerful engine would also be nice), I probably will strike it from my consideration list.
I test drove the MDX and I do like the MDX. Not as spacious as the JX but I like the looks and it droves a bit lighter than the JX.I am looking at purchasing a 2015 between Aug.-Oct. next year. Besides the Infiniti QX60, the others I am considering are:
Buick Enclave (Leather Group)
Dodge Durango Citadel
Acura MDX (Technology Package)
Honda Pilot (Touring)
I like the exterior designs on the Enclave & the Durango. My parents have a 2012 Enclave which I drove for many miles in May when my wife and I went with them on vacation to South Dakota. It drove nice and has adequate power. The interior was also comfortable. I have a 2007 Dodge Charger R/T so I am used to having power when I need it. I would suspect the Durango would be sufficient in this category too.
The Durango has adaptive cruise control available in the 2014 whereas the Enclave does not, so I am hoping it is available in 2015 on the Enclave. IMO from what I have read, the MDX appears to be the best performer & most gas efficient. However, I am not crazy about the front "beak" design and the price point to get the adaptive cruise control is too high (unlike the Durango & QX60). It remains to be seen what the 2015 Pilot will look like & offer.
Our other vehicle is a 2006 Honda Odyssey of which overall we have been pleased. This is the vehicle we will be trading. It currently has over 140K miles, so we drive it almost 20K miles a year. Perceived long-term reliability will play an important factor in our buying decision.
I also had the chance to see one in person at the local acura dealer and it's just not what I expected a new 2013 vehicle to be, the only highlight of it was the jewel eye LED headlights.I test drove the MDX and I do like the MDX. Not as spacious as the JX but I like the looks and it droves a bit lighter than the JX.