10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
43,226 miles

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problem #9

Sep 152003

Quest 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 444 miles
Nissan Quest 2004 service engine soon light on and problems with steering. The service engine soon light had come on 3 times, creaking was felt in the steering wheel and or the front end, sounds were heard coming from the engine compartment, computer tire monitor indicated a flat tire and or low tire pressure during cold weather, the vehicle would run for five minutes then go up to 4 degrees higher (over inflated), when the weather was warm, the setting would then be above 40 psi which was dangerous to drive if not adjusted (incorrect results on the display), SRS light had come on after recall campaign #04V103000 was performed, driver's side power window was intermittent, sliding doors made loud bump noise when opened all the way, especially on inclines, heat outlets located on the floor behind the first row seat can't be controlled by the passenger rear controls, the dome lights were not working, the door rattled, the drivers side front window would not move, the window switch has an open circuit, the vehicle was jerking upon acceleration at 30 mph, rear heater was blowing cold air, there was a heavy grinding noise when the vehicle was first started after sitting for more than one hour along with the power steering, transmission fluid leaked a reddish/purple fluid on the garage floor, the interior lights were inoperative and there was an evaporation leak.

- Laurel, MD, USA

problem #8

Jan 072005

Quest

  • miles
Initially random squealing noises from engine occurred. Later noise became more frequent when car was sitting idle. Took to repair shop, found that drive belts needed replacing. Car was under 20K miles.

- Roseville, CA, USA

problem #7

Nov 182003

Quest

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,739 miles
The service engine light came on, the consumer has taken the vehicle in on three occasions. Each time a different service was performed, to include, the computer was reprogrammed, a fuel assembly repair, and a small leak in the vent control valve. The vehicle is in the shop for the check engine light on again.

- Laurel, MD, USA

problem #6

Dec 222003

Quest 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,000 miles
I have had nothing but problems, both big and small, with my brand new Nissan Quest SE. I can almost deal with the sqeaks, rattles, broken buttons, broken lights, malfunctioning sensors, radio problems, and malfunctioning slider doors, but the problem I cannot accept is the failure of the car to run during damp or cold days. The car cranks and starts after a few attempts, but when it is put into drive it either lags as if it's running out of fuel, or dies completely. This has happened on at least 8 occassions, 2 of which I had to call a tow truck because I could not restart the car. Unfortunately, my dealership cannot replicate the problem so nothing has been done. Meanwhile, I never know if my car will run on these days, I have even been forced to walk down the street in below zero windchill temperatures with my children in order to get help. I purchased a new car to have safety and peace of mind, and instead I am losing sleep at night and asking Nissan to buy this car back. I will list the most recent occurrence on the form, but please note this has happened at least 8 times.

- Trumbull, CT, USA

problem #5

May 192004

Quest

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle stalled while being driven down the road. This happened multiple times considering the vehicle was new.

- Leesville, LA, USA

problem #4

May 262004

Quest 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,502 miles
Vehicle stalls, sometimes it will not start. Vehicle has been serviced numerous times, and a sensor was replaced. However, the problem recurred. The drivers side front and back door both squeak and rattle and are difficult to open and close. The transmission sometimes does not shift and has no acceleration.

- Baldwinsville, NY, USA

problem #3

Sep 132004

Quest

  • Automatic transmission
  • 15,000 miles
Vehicle stalled in traffic. After taking the vehicle to dealer for repairs consumer was advised that there was no solution for this defect. They should pull over to the side of the road and start over again.

- Toledo, OR, USA

problem #2

Jul 142004

Quest

  • Automatic transmission
  • 7,100 miles
When driving the vehicle it stalls in the middle of the road. The vehicle has been serviced twice for the defectiveness. The dealer found N O defects.

- Rosamond, CA, USA

problem #1

Sep 152003

Quest

  • miles
While driving at an undetermined speed vehicle stalled, causing the consumer to pull off the road. The consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic.

- Fayetteville, GA, USA