Nissan Quest Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 144 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Nissan Quest across 14 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (30). The words owners use most often: “fuel gauge” (20% of reports).
- 144fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 30%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel gauge: mentioned in 29 of 144 complaints (20%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 16 of 144 complaints (11%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 94 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 144 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 7 a fire.
Nissan Quest fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Quest | 4 | 4% | 2,000 |
| 2011 Quest | 25 | 38% | 6,200 |
| 2008 Quest | 2 | 4% | 56,500 |
| 2007 Quest | 30 | 13% | 99,935 |
| 2006 Quest | 3 | 4% | 3,500 |
| 2005 Quest | 1 | 1% | 5,000 |
| 2004 Quest | 12 | 3% | 3,100 |
| 2001 Quest | 3 | 7% | 15,000 |
| 2000 Quest | 3 | 3% | 49,392 |
| 1999 Quest | 3 | 3% | 29,000 |
| 1998 Quest | 3 | 7% | 100,228 |
| 1997 Quest | 10 | 11% | 93,250 |
| 1996 Quest | 15 | 11% | 100,000 |
| 1995 Quest | 30 | 18% | 115,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Electrical system:software; fuel system, gasoline
Model years: 2011, 2012
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 nissan quest vehicles, manufactured from july 29, 2010, through february 21, 2012. Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or idling on a decline with â¼ tank fuel or less, there may be an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. As a result, the engine may stall.
Risk: Vehicle stalling could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the vent hose.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: mini vans. The fuel tank retention strap (two straps per vehicle) can break at the spot welds causing an underbody rattle.
Risk: There is also a potential for fuel tank separation or fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle stalled without warning. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the…
TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED SHE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND 20 MINUTES…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN QUEST. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE FUEL GAUGE MOVED UP AND DOWN ERRATICALLY AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ALL PRO NISSAN OF DEARBORN (24501 MICHIGAN AVE, DEARBORN, MI 48124, [redacted]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan quest. The contact stated that the fuel gauge provided an incorrect reading. The fuel gauge level read half a tank when the fuel tank was empty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing; however, the contact did not have the name of the part that…
The first incident, occurring in the summer of 2014, caused my 2007 nissan quest to stall/shut off and nothing worked - it lost all steering, power, acceleration, braking, etc. It just died, going approximately 15mph while veering right to turn into a shopping center. This same incident occurred…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Quests have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 144 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Nissan Quest. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Quest fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Nissan Quest?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel gauge”, in 29 of 144 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (16).
Other Nissan Quest problems
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