Nissan Quest Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1,834 owner complaints and 20 safety recalls on file for the Nissan Quest, across 21 model years (1995–2017). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (445). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
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Nissan Quest years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Quest year: 1995, 1996, 1999, 2004, 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Quest: 445 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2007 Quest: 228 complaints, 1 recall
- 1995 Quest: 167 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2017 Quest: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2015 Quest: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2016 Quest: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Nissan Quest problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 247 | 21 | 4 |
| Power Train problems | 224 | 19 | 6 |
| Structure problems | 197 | 20 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 177 | 17 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 144 | 14 | 3 |
| Air Bags problems | 133 | 19 | 36 |
| Fuel/propulsion System problems | 131 | 11 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages problems | 122 | 11 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 119 | 15 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 116 | 18 | 4 |
| Engine problems | 111 | 11 | 5 |
| Visibility | 96 | 13 | 1 |
| Tires | 84 | 15 | 1 |
| Equipment | 70 | 12 | 2 |
| Steering | 62 | 15 | 1 |
| Suspension | 62 | 15 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 55 | 16 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 52 | 11 | 0 |
| Seats | 41 | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 39 | 11 | 4 |
| Wheels | 25 | 12 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 18 | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 15 | 8 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Nissan Quest problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2007: fuel/propulsion system (78)
- 2004: electrical system (77) · power train (72) · structure (70) · latches/locks/linkages (61)
All Nissan Quest model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Quest | 6 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 Quest | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2015 Quest | 12 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2014 Quest | 18 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2013 Quest | 18 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2012 Quest | 93 | 1 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2011 Quest | 66 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2009 Quest | 22 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2008 Quest | 50 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2007 Quest | 228 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Quest | 74 | 1 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2005 Quest | 82 | 2 | — | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 Quest | 445 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 Quest | 29 | 0 | — | Tires | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 Quest | 42 | 1 | — | Structure | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2000 Quest | 87 | 2 | — | Exterior Lighting | More complaints than other years |
| 1999 Quest | 118 | 4 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 Quest | 41 | 1 | — | Visibility | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1997 Quest | 89 | 2 | — | Structure | More complaints than other years |
| 1996 Quest | 134 | 2 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 Quest | 167 | 3 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Quest years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (167), 1996 (134), 1999 (118), 2004 (445), 2007 (228) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Quest year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan Quest?
Electrical System, with 247 complaints across 21 model years.
How many recalls does the Nissan Quest have?
20 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.