In May 1999, Nissan Corp sold me defective Nissan Quest. Every 2-3 years this vehicle develops excessive carbonous deposits in the part of the engine called the throttle-body assembly. These deposits cause the accelerator pedal to require increased effort to push the pedal accelerator down (sticky pedal). Being the only owner of this vehicle, I already had to clean the throttle-body 3 times. This defect was recognized and settled by Nissan Corp in class action in 2003, please see the copy of the first page of settlement letter enclosed. My dealership, rothrock, in allentown pa cleaned the throttle for the last, 3rd time in December 2003 at no charge, please see the copy of invoice enclosed. The throttle needs to be cleaned again. My latest discussion with Nissan rep, erica, 1-800-647-7261 ext 57741, file N 5812745 was on 8/10/07. Nissan refuses to clean at Nissan's expense explaining that a diagnosis must be performed first for $70 per hour. I consider this Nissan?S offer as a deceptive way to avoid the responsibility to fix the Nissan's defect at no charge to me.

- Hellertown, PA, USA

The gas pedal on my 1999 Nissan Quest sticks quite often, such that you must jam your foot onto the pedal to depress it. This is a dangerous situation as when you do jam the pedal the car must accelerate quickly into traffic. My mechanic looked at the pedal and could not find any problem with it, since it wouldn't stick when he was testing it. However, it does get stuck very often. I've seen postings on the web from others who also state the same problem with this vehicle. I would like to join the growing list of people complaining about this trouble in case there is a major issue (I.e., deaths on the roadway) resulting which causes the vehicle to be recalled.*

- Milton, MA, USA

Gas pedal sticks.. approximately 3 years ago we had this problem fixed at the dealership. Not long after that we received a notice in the mail telling us if we had problems with the gas pedal sticking and had paid to have this repaired that we would be due a refund.. we filled out the required paperwork and have never heard back from Nissan.. I had forgotten about this until now.... we are having the same problem again, with the gas pedal sticking...........please advise as to what can be done to correct this oversight....and continued problem.

- Lexington, NC, USA

Gas pedal sticks.

- La Puente, CA, USA

First time was done and corrected on 3/25/03 $176 vehicle speed control, increased accelerator pedal resistance due to an accumulation of throttle-chamber deposit. Second time was done 2/11/06 $139.99 but not corrected. Suggested to change the throttle with cost of $860.

- Hanover Park, IL, USA

: the contact stated the accelerator pedal sticks. Excessive pressure must be applied to make the vehicle accelerate. The dealership cleaned the throttle a year and a half ago, but the problem returned.

- West Chester, PA, USA

: the contact stated the throttle body sticks. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership twice prior for cleaning; however the throttle body is sticking again. According to contact accelerator pedal continued to stick while in traffic. She was scared because her grand children were in vehicle.

- Bonney Lake, WA, USA

The throttle body has now been cleaned 3 times because the gas pedal contiues to stick. The car was under warranty once and the lawsuit against Nissan paid for the second, but I recently paid for the third. This has occurred at about 30,000 miles, 55,000 miiles and now 81,000 miles. This is a life threatening situation. This car should be recalled.

- Nashville, TN, USA

After coming to a complete stop the accelerator pedal sticks. It started out periodically, but now occurs frequently and I will be taking it in for service.

- Gilroy, CA, USA

Due to the accelerator pedal sticking, it has been necessary to clean the throttle body on two occasions. I consider this problem a safety issue as the vehicle lurches forward when sufficient pressure is applied to the petal that will override the stuck throttle. The forward lunge will become acute if cleaning is delayed. I experienced the problem almost immediately after the 36 month warranty period had expired (I now understand that the warranty period was extended but without any notice to the vehicle owners). My disappointment in Nissan is: 1.no notice was received to alert owners of a safety issue of this magnitude. 2.that no recall notice was received to correct the problem and 3.that no notice was received to advise owners that the warranty period had been extended and to bring their vehicle in for a throttle body inspection.

- Rowlett, TX, USA

When taking off from a stop there was a delay in acceleration. The gas pedal stuck. Also, when braking the brakes made a loud squeaking noise after the brake pads were replaced.

- Guilford, CT, USA

Where to start.... brakes; 65,000 miles and we're on the 4th set (we've replaced them 3 times)! EFI... every 25,000 miles the throttle sticks and yes, we joined the class action. And the latest? the crossover pipe on the exhaust system broke, filling the cabin with exhaust... engine parts should last longer.

- Fort Mill, SC, USA

Two safety issues: I looked up my 1999 Quest minivan information and saw 4 recalls. I have never taken my Quest in for a recall -- because I never received any information on them. I hope that means that mine was not affected? second, we have an ongoing issue with the accelerator sticking, due to carbon buildup. I have gotten the information for the lawsuit to reimburse me for the expenses -- but the issue still remains. At this point, we have had the throttle cleaned at least 4 times (I'm assembling my receipts) and need to have it cleaned again now. It seems like Nissan ought to recall the part and correct the issue. It is unreasonable that it keeps happening. Plus, the reimbursement claim form only allows a $45 reimbursement; I just got an ad from Nissan for a "discount" price of $89.95 to clean the throttle. Why would the reimbursement amount and the ad price be so out of line. The accelerator sticking is a major safety issue that I hope NHTSA will investigate since Nissan has not taken the responsibility to ensure safety is a part of its normal process. If you make a bad part, own up to it and do not endanger lives.

- Round Rock, TX, USA

Accelerator pedal constantly sticking! there is is a major problem and should be addressed by the national highway and traffic safety administration. I know that there is a class action suit involving the throttle-body cleaning but my vehicle does not qualify because the warranty has expired. The problem has existed since the vehicle was new but the dealership said that they could not find a problem with it. I have all of this documented in service receipts and paperwork. Why would I want to be a part of a settlement that revokes all my rights just because my warranty has expired? this should not be based on the issue of if your car is still under warranty or not. This is a very dangerous issue and should be considered a recall from Nissan North America or by the national highway and traffic safety administration now!!!! before families are killed because of an known accelerator sticking problem.

- Mansfield, GA, USA

The accelerator pedal "sticks". requires excessive pressure to push down. The full body throttle has been cleaned but I still have a problem. There is a class action settlement going on that would allow me to be reimbursed for the charges paid for the cleaning but the problem is dangerous. The pedal will stick while going down the road and/or crossing a busy intersection. I have two children I have to Transport in that vehicle daily. It is my understanding that all 1999 Nissan Quest models have this problem and I don't think I should have to pay to fix their problem.

- Eatonton, GA, USA

Accelerator pedal sticking. This has happened on two or more occasions. I have not been back to the dealership yet because I don't want them wasting my time with telling me that this is a maintenance problem as they have told so many others here in this column. This is definetly a defect and requires an investigation.

- Valley Stream, NY, USA

Accelerator cable continuously sticks. This is caused by debris in the fuel injection system.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

The accelerator pedal became stuck and the driver had to press hard on the pedal to release it, then the vehicle jumped forward.

- Elkins, WV, USA

Consumer states that the accelerator pedel sticks when vehicle comes to a stop.

- Dayton, OH, USA

After driving the van for 10-15 miles, the gas pedal sticks. This is a very serious problem that I feel Nissan should find a way to fix. I went to the dealership and was told I would have to pay $130 to have the carbon build-up removed. I asked why was it not covered in my 3yr/36,000mi warrenty, I was told it was not covered because it was normal "wear and tear". if that was normal then why is it not in the owners manual. It happends daily so for safety reasons I will have to foot $130 of my hard earned money for something that shouldn't be happening. I thought I was getting a reliable family van, but I thought wrong. I have always owned Nissan's( 3maxima's, 2 stanza's 1 Quest ) and have referred over 20 people to buy Nissan's, but as far as a van goes I am very dissatisfied.

- Florissant, MO, USA