1990 Nissan Pathfinder vs 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1990 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 45 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 4 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Pathfinder | Pontiac Trans Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 7 |
| Structure | 1 | 15 |
| Power Train | 13 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 8 |
| Visibility | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2 |
1990 Nissan Pathfinder
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.