2004 Nissan Quest problems
The Nissan Quest is a minivan manufactured and marketed by Nissan for model years 1993–2017 over four generations.
The first two generations (internally designated V40 and V41) of the Quest were short-wheelbase models co-developed and manufactured with Ford, aside its badge engineered Mercury Villager. For model year 2004 and the third generation (V42), Nissan ended its joint venture with Ford, manufacturing the Quest on its own. For model year 2011, the fourth generation (RE52) became a widened variant of the Nissan Elgrand minivan and was now manufactured in Japan. For the preceding generations, the Quest loosely shared its chassis and powertrain with the Nissan Maxima.
Following the decline of minivan sales in North America, Nissan ended sales of the Quest after the 2017 model year.
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Common 2004 Nissan Quest problems
The Nissan Quest, produced between 2004 and 2007, has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners.
One of the most significant issues is engine stalling, which can be caused by a failed distributor shaft. The distributor shaft is crucial for starting the engine, as it distributes the spark to the spark plugs. A faulty distributor can lead to difficulties in cranking the engine and unpredictable starting behavior. Additionally, engine mount problems have been reported, causing vibrations and noises from the engine area.
Another concern with the Nissan Quest is its airbag deployment system. Faulty airbag modules and passenger seat occupancy sensors have led to improper airbag deployment, which can compromise driving safety. However, Nissan addressed this issue in a 2004 recall for most affected vehicles.
The 2004 Nissan Quest has been subject to 19 complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety, covering various components such as air conditioning/heat, accelerator/throttle, transmission, exhaust/emission, seats & seat belts, accessories, electrical/battery, doors & windows, power options, and tire.
Furthermore, the 2004 Nissan Quest has experienced five recalls, addressing issues like structure, tires, visibility, electrical system, and engine power train.
In terms of reliability, the 2004 Nissan Quest has a mixed track record. Kelley Blue Book® Trade-In Value for a 2004 Nissan Quest is $695, which may indicate a lower resale value due to reported issues.
In summary, the 2004 Nissan Quest has had several common problems, including engine stalling, airbag deployment issues, and various component failures. While these issues can be concerning, it is essential to note that not all vehicles of the same year, make, and model will experience these problems. It is always advisable to check for open recalls and use a VIN or plate to determine if a specific car has open recalls before purchasing.
What is the common problem with Nissan Quest?
TrueEdge.com also reported that the Nissan Quest is very fuel-efficient. Common problems of the Nissan Quest include transmission troubles, engine problems, and brake problems.
Is a Nissan Quest a reliable car?
The Nissan Quest Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 5th out of 8 for minivans.
What is the recall on the 2004 Nissan Quest?
Nissan Quest Recall: Folding Third Row Seat Striker May Fail
IF THE THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKER WELD FAILS, THE STRIKER COULD SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET. STRIKER SEPARATION COULD AFFECT THE RISK OF INJURY IN CERTAIN TYPES OF CRASHES.
What are the good years of Nissan Quest?
Here's an overview of the most reliable Nissan Quest years.
- 1995.
- 1996.
- 1997.
- 1998.
- 2000.
- 2001.
- 2002.
- 2008.
2004 Nissan Quest car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Quest problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Structure problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Nissan Quest vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2004 Nissan Quest
The NHTSA has received 445 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Nissan Quest. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2004 Nissan Quest vehicles.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-16
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I entered 14 freeway by sierra hwy entrance, as soon as I got in the fwy and left the pedal gas to slow down to get into traffic my van lost power and the shut off complete, i was very fortunate that it happened at the entrance and the cars behind me were able to stop on time and nobody got hurt, also today as soon I exit the cvs store get in into traffic, 1 minute after the van lost power and got stuck in traffic, this is very scary for me and my kids, my mechanics are not able to find the problem, please help
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 5N1BV28U34N
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while at a complete stop, the driver and passenger side front overhead airbags deployed without impact. The contact sustained headaches and sought medical treatment 2 days later with his doctor. The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer to be inspected. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 183,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-21
- VIN: 5n1bv28ux4n
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: unknown the frame is rusted in front steering section. /photos of area are being provided for your inquiry.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-02
- VIN: 5N1BV28U14N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR IS MALFUNCTIONS
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U64N
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WE RECENTLY HAD TO CHANGE THE ALTERNATOR AND NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT THE SUBFRAME HAS A LARGE HOLE IN IT AND IS COMPLETELY NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND NOTHING HAS BEEN HIT THERE AND IT HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT RELATED TO THAT AREA AT ALL, VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT MY HOME WHEN THIS WAS FOUND AND STILL IS I DID NOT TAKE ANY PICTURES AT THAT TIME OF THE ROTTING HOLE IN THE SUBFRAME I CAN GET PICTURES BUT WE WILL HAVE TO REMOVE RIGHT SIDE FRONT TIRE SO PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THIS HAS TO BE DONE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-19
- VIN: 5N1BV28U94N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE SPEEDOMETER QUIT WORKING AND THE ODOMETER DOES NOT WORK RIGHT
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-16
- VIN: 5N1BV28U44N
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SOME MAINTENANCE/REPAIR TO THE FRONT AXLE ON 1/16/2020 AND THE MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BY THE FRONT TIRE WAS SEVERELY RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE HE CAN PUSH HIS FINGER THROUGH THE SIDE OF THE FRAME. HE TOLD ME HE COULD NOT BELIEVE I HAD NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE IN HIS OPINION HITTING A MEDIUM SIZE CHUCKHOLE IN THE ROADWAY COULD CAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO COMPLETELY COLLAPSE. THE MECHANIC INDICATED THIS DID NOT HAPPEN OVERNIGHT AND HAS BEEN ONGOING. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED IN A GARAGE AT MY HOME DURING ITS USE SINCE IT WAS PURCHASED NEW BY ME AND NOT ROUTINELY LEFT PARKED ON THE STREET. THE MECHANIC ADVISED ME THAT IN HIS OPINION IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE VERY FAR.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-18
- VIN: 5N1BV28U54N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE VEHICLE CAN'T SPEED WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT UNTIL YOUR OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE IT CAN SPEED AND IT OVERHEATING
AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-30
- VIN: 5N1BV28U84N
- Components: AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT GLITCHES ON THE DASHBOARD, IT TURNS ON AND OFF. THE ONLY WINDOWS THAT OPEN ARE THE FRONT DOOR WINDOWS, THE BACK SIDE WINDOWS COULD BARELY CRACK OPEN && THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE VEHICLE "WITH THE WINDOWS OPEN" REACH DANGEROUSLY HIGH TEMPERATURES THAT LITERALLY ARE HARMFUL AND DANGEROUS. A FAMILY VEHICLE WITH NO ABILITY TO OPEN ANY WINDOW ON THE 2 SLIDING DOORS, CAN LEAD TO VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES EVEN THOUGH THE FRONT 2 WINDOWS OPEN IS STILL NOT ENOUGH FOR AIR TO REACH PASSENGERS WHO SIT IN THE MIDDLE-ROW ESPECIALLY PASSENGERS WHO SIT ON THE 3RD ROW SEAT IN THE BACK OF THE VAN. A RECALL MUST BE DONE TO ADJUST THE WINDOWS ON BOTH SLIDING DOORS ON EACH SIDE TO BE ABLE TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS... THE TEMPERATURE TRAPPED INSIDE THE VEHICLE[PASSENGERS AND SEATS AREA] WITH ALL THE WINDOWS OPEN WAS OF 99, ON A REGULAR SUNNY DAY.... WE DROVE TO WHERE WE HAD TO GO AND NO TYPE OF AIR WOULD REACH THE BACK SEATS WHERE MY DAUGHTER WAS SITTING... SHE BEGAN TO HAVE PROBLEMS BREATHING AND WAS SWEATING SO MUCH.. I KEEP HER HYDRATED ESPECIALLY WHEN WE HAVE TO DRIVE FAR BECAUSE THE AC DOESNT WORK AND WE CANT ROLL ANY WINDOW IN THE BACK DOWN SIN E THEY DONT ROLL DOWN... WHEN ITURN ON THE AC THE SMELL OF GASOLINE BEGINS TO COME OUT THROUGH THE VENTS... MY CAR WASNT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALL U HAD BEFORE WHICH MY CAR NISSAN QUEST SV 2004 CLEARLY SHOULDVE BEEN INCLUDED FOR THE AIRBAG RECALL....
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-01
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELS
- Summary: SUBFRAME ROTTED
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-12
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I AM WRITING DUE TO THE FACT I TOOK MY 2004 NISSAN QUEST INTO THE SHOP TODAY BECAUSE OF A LOOSE STEERING WHEEL AND A HORRIBLE CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE. MY VAN ONLY HAS 97,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN TAKEN CARE OF VERY WELL. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THE THE SUBFRAME IS BASICALLY ROTTING AWAY AND IS THE WORST HE HAS SEEN IN 50 YEARS OF WORK. I'VE READ NUMEROUS ACCOUNTS ONLINE OF OTHER WHO HAVE HAD THIS SAME ISSUE. I FEEL LIKE NISSAN SHOULD HELP COVER THE COST OF MY REPAIRS DUE TO POOR MANUFACTURING AND POOR QUALITY OF PARTS. I AM VERY UNHAPPY AND WILL BE SHARING MY STORY WITH WHOEVER I CAN SHARE IT WITH. I WILL INCLUDE A LINK WITH A SITE WITH MANY COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER OWNERS OF THIS SAME VEHICLE. PLEASE HELP ME OUT. THIS IS A BIG ISSUE BECAUSE MY WIFE AND THREE CHILDREN RIDE IN THIS VEHICLE DAILY. HTTPS://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/NISSAN/QUEST/2004/BODY_PAINT/ROTTING_SUBFRAME.SHTML
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-29
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THERE WAS NOISE COMING OUT FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND UPON APPLYING BRAKES THE STEERING WHEEL WAS GETTING PULLED FORCEFULLY TO THE RIGHT. THINKING THAT THERE COULD BE SOME PROBLEM WITH THE STRUTS, I TOOK IT TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE SUB-FRAME (FRAME OR ENGINE CRADLE) UNDER THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND ALMOST COMPLETELY GIVING AWAY. A HIGH-SPEED BUMP OR A SUDDEN BRAKING MAY HAVE CAUSED IT TO GIVE AWAY COMPLETELY AND COULD HAVE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO GO COMPLETELY OUT OF CONTROL. THE CAR IS OLD BUT THAT OLD FOR THE FRAME TO GIVE AWAY. THIS IS A COSTLY REPAIR BUT MORE THAN THAT IT IS A SAFETY CRITICAL ISSUE THAT MAY LEAD TO A BAD ACCIDENT. THE ONLY REASON THIS MAY BE NOTICED BEFORE SOMETHING DREADFUL HAPPENED IS ONLY BY CHANCE. THE DRIVERS MIGHT BE NOTICING OTHER ISSUES THAT PROMPTS THEM TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WHILE THE OTHER SIDES OF THE FRAME ARE HOLDING UP THE VEHICLE FOR SOME TIME. SOME FURTHER RESEARCH SHOWED THAT THIS SAME ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED BY QUITE A FEW CONSUMERS (FRAME RUSTED/BREAKING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE), BUT NO ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN THUS FAR. I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS AND I-TEAM NEWS REPORTS ABOUT SIMILAR ISSUES, BUT NO ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN. REMEMBER THAT THERE ARE OTHERS WHO QUIETLY GET THEIR CARS REPAIRED BUT NOT LODGE A COMPLAINT. GIVEN MY PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH NISSAN ON A DIFFERENT ISSUE WITH THE SAME VEHICLE (CAM SENSOR FAILURE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO TURN OFF COMPLETELY (WHILE DRIVING) THAT COMPLETELY JAMS THE STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE COULD ONLY BE BROUGHT TO STOP BY APPLYING PARKING BRAKE). I DON'T TRUST NISSAN TO TAKE ANY ACTION UNLESS THEY ARE FORCED TO.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28UX4N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL THE SPEEDOMETER GOES IN AND OUT ALL THE LIGHTS IN THE VAN IS NOT WORKING AND LIGHT BLINK ON AND OFF AND THE OVERDRIVE STAYS ON ALL THE TIME
SEATS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-25
- VIN: 5N1BV28U74N
- Components: SEATS,ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE WOULD SUDDENLY CUT OFF WHILE IN MOTION AT 25-35 MILES PER HOUR. TWO REPAIRS WERE NECESSARY AT A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $500 TO GET THE PROBLEM REPAIRED. THE PROBLEM WAS THAT BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR CRANK SHAFT SENSORS HAD TO BE REPLACED. AS FOR THE SEAT PROBLEM, ONE OF THE RELEASE LEVERS BROKE OFF COMPLETELY. I HAVE NOT YET HAD IT REPAIRED SO I DO NOT HAVE A COST FOR THIS REPAIR. I HAVE TO USE PLIERS TO RELEASE THE LEVER.
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-31
- VIN: 5N1BV28UX4N
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WITH 2 INFANTS IN CARS SEATS AS WELL AS 3 OTHER ADULTS THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WITHIN MINUTES THE STEERING WAS STIFF AND WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN. PULLED OFF THE INTERSTATE AND ONTO A SIDE ROAD. THE VEHICLE FINALLT DECELLERATED TO A FULL STOP. TURNED IT OFF AND RESTARTED A FEW MOMENTS LATER. VEHICLE RAN AGAIN BUT NO STEERING. POPPED THE HOOD AND LOOKED AND NO POWER STEERING FLUID IN THE WELL. ADDED FLUID AND STEERED OK TILL 4 BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE AT WHICH TIME THE STEERING ACTING UP AGAIN AND NOT ACCELERATING NO MATTER HOW FAR YOU PUSH THE PEDAL. TURNED IT OFF AND RESTARTED AGAIN. STEERING NOT WORKING BUT ACCELERATED ENOUGH TO PARK IT AT HOME. TOOK TO MY MECHANIC BUT SAYS HE CANNOT LOOK AT IT UNTIL WEDNESDAY. WAS SO SCARED CAUSE HAD THE GRANDBABIES IN THE VAN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-26
- VIN: 5N1BV28UX4N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: THE SPEDOMETER AND THE LIGHTS FOR IT DON'T WORK GOT PULLED OVER AND TOLD I HAD A FAKE INSPECTION BECAUSE OF THEM NOT WORKING CAN'T GET AN EXACT READING ON MY MILEAGE,FUEL OR IF THE VANS OVER HEATING I CAN'T TELL HOW FAST OR SLOW I'M GOING
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-23
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TAMARA INFLATORS, SENT MY VAN TO MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALER FOR BRAKE REPAIRMEN. I WAS TOLD SINCE THE FRONT SUBFRAME AT PASSENGER SIDE HAD SEVERE RUST AREA, MY VAN IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. IT WILL COST ME MORE THAN $4,000 TO REPLACE. I CHECKED INTERNET. THERE ARE MANY SAME PROBLEMS OCCURRED ON 2004 QUEST. IT LOOKS LIKE THE DEFECT OF MATERIALS TO ME.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-12
- VIN: 5N1BV28U44N
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: ALL SIDE AIR BAGS HAVE ACTIVATED WITHOUT ANY ACCIDENT OR COLLISION. THE REARWARD BAGS ACTIVATED AT 5 MPH THE FORWARD SIDE AIRBAGS ACTIVATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT MOVING.
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-09
- VIN: 5N1BV28U24N
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: PASSENGER AIR BAG LS OFF, LIGHT FLASHING SPEEDOMETER STARTS AT 30MILES
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-27
- VIN: 5N1BV28U34N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE FROM 0MPH, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. I HAVE TO TURN IT OFF THEN TURN IT BACK ON THEN USUALLY IT WILL WORK. ALSO SOMETIMES IT WON'T START IT TURNS OVER STRONG BUT WILL NOT CRANK. I'LL WAIT SEVERAL MINUTES OR SO THEN ATTEMPTED AGAIN THEN IT WILL CRANK AND DRIVE NORMAL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-11
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE CAR WILL DIE AND LIGHTS FLASH AND I HAVE TO PULL OVER AND TRY AND START THE CAR. IT WILL RESTART BUT THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY AND AT VARIOUS TIMES AND SPEEDS. THEY TOLD US THIS HAPPENS ON A LOT OF THESE MODELS AND IT IS THE ECM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE MAIN COMPUTER IS DIRECTLY UNDER THE DRIVER WINDSHIELD. IT RUSTED OUT AND FAILED. BECAUSE IT WAS TOTALLY UNPROTECTED AND SUBJECT TO RAIN,SNOW EXCESSIVE HEAT, I HAD TO HAVE IT REPLACED TO THE COST OF $1,000. COMPLETELY PREVENTABLE. I DEMAND A REFUND AND A RECALL NOTICE ISSUED. THANK YOU!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U74N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THE SLIDING DOOR LATCHES FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY FOR THE REAR DOORS ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONTACT HAD TO CHECK THE DOORS TO ENSURE THAT THEY WERE SECURED AND WHEN THE FAILURE HAPPENED, THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY CLOSE THE TWO ELECTRIC DOORS WITH FORCE. THE VEHICLE WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V186000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) AND NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE04027 (STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) BUT THE CONTACT HAD EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE CONCERNING THE RECALLS. TWO DEALERS HAD BEEN NOTIFIED (BUSAM NISSAN,1501 E KEMPER RD, CINCINNATI, OH 45246,(513) 771-8100 AND JEFF WYLER NISSAN OF CINCINNATI, 8680 COLERAIN AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45251, (513) 385-1400). THE CONTACT WAS TO CHECK WITH THE MANUFACTURER TO DETERMINE A REMEDY TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF THE MANUFACTURER MAY PROVIDE A SOLUTION BEING EXCLUDED FROM THE RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TRANMIMISION
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-15
- Number Of Injuries: 4
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ALARM BEEPS WHEN SET BUT DOES NOT SOUND IF CAR IS BROKEN INTO. CAR WAS PARKED. POWER SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT ALWAYS SHUT WHEN POWER BUTTON IS PUSHED. DOES NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND LATCH AS WELL. DOOR FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. ALSO WHEN CLOSING DOES NOT STOP IF SOMEONE IS IN THE WAY. CAUGHT MY FOUR YR OLD DAUGHTER'S LEG AND SHUT ON IT. TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CONSTANTLY COMES ON EVEN WHEN TIRES ARE COMPLETELY AIRED UP. BACK REAR DOOR DOES NOT ALWAYS OPEN WHETHER BUTTON INSIDE VAN OR REMOTE KEY IS PUSHED. HAS TO FORCEFULLY BE OPENED AND SHUT. SOMETIMES WILL SLAM SHUT AND IT HAS FALLEN ON MY BACK BEFORE. MANY ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS WITHIN THE DASH AND CONSOLE DO NOT ALWAYS WORK OR REGISTER. DOES NOT REGISTER FOR OIL, COOLANT, OR TEMP. *TR
2004 Nissan Quest recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2004 Nissan Quest.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH A FOLDING THIRD ROW REAR SEAT, WHEN THE THIRD ROW SEAT IS RAISED FROM ITS STOWED POSITION, IT ENGAGES STRIKER BRACKETS, ONE ON EACH SIDE OF THE SEAT CUSHION. THE FOLD-AWAY STRIKER LOOP IS WELDED TO A MOUNTING BRACKET. THE STRIKER MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM ITS MOUNTING BRACKET DUE TO A BROKEN WELD AT THE POINT OF ATTACHMENT TO THE BRACKET.
- Consequence: IF THE THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKER WELD FAILS, THE STRIKER COULD SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING BRACKET. STRIKER SEPARATION COULD AFFECT THE RISK OF INJURY IN CERTAIN TYPES OF CRASHES.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKER BRACKETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THERE IS A SEAT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM THAT CONTAINS EXPOSED MOVING COMPONENTS LOCATED AT THE REAR INSIDE EDGE OF THE SECOND ROW SEAT.
- Consequence: WHEN THE OPERATOR ATTEMPTS SEAT ADJUSTMENT, A FINGER MAY BE PINCHED IN THE MOVING SEAT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM WHICH COULD CAUSE AN INJURY.
- Remedy: ON EARLIER MODEL VEHICLES BUILT THROUGH JUNE 28, 2004, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INBOARD SECOND ROW SEAT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE, RIVET A PLASTIC REINFORCEMENT TO BACKSIDE OF THE EXISTING SEAT BACK COVER CARPETING, INSTALL TIE-DOWNS AND A FLANGE TO THE INBOARD SIDE SHIELD. ON VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM JUNE 29, 2004 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 26, 2005, DEALERS WILL RIVET A PLASTIC REINFORCEMENT TO THE BACKSIDE OF THE EXISTING SEAT BACK COVER CARPETING, INSTALL TIE-DOWNS AND A FLANGE ON THE INBOARD SIDE SHIELD. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER SLIDING DOOR(S), AT AN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BELOW APPROXIMATELY 40 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, THE ACTUATOR FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR(S) MAY EXPERIENCE BINDING DUE TO AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION CONDITION. IN ORDER TO OPEN, CLOSE OR REVERSE A POWER SLIDING DOOR, THE SHIFT SELECTOR LEVER MUST BE IN "PARK." IF THE ACTUATOR IS EXPERIENCING BINDING AND THE DRIVER SHIFTS THE VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK" WHILE A POWER SLIDING DOOR IS STILL CLOSING, THE DOOR LATCHES MAY NOT ENGAGE.
- Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN THE DOOR COMING OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY UPON RAPID ACCELERATION, AND AN OCCUPANT COULD FALL OUT OF THE DOOR AND BE INJURED.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACTUATOR FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR(S). OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE ADVANCED AIR BAG REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE AIR BAG FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS TO BE TURNED OFF (SO THAT IT DOES NOT INFLATE) WHEN CERTAIN OCCUPANTS, SUCH AS SMALL CHILDREN, ARE IN THE FRONT SEAT.
- Consequence: THIS REDUCES THE RISK OF SUCH OCCUPANTS BEING UNJURED BY AN INFLATING AIR BAG IN A COLLISION.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION/SENSOR ASSEMBLY. IF THE SEAT CUSHION/SENSOR IS FOUND TO BE OPERATING IMPROPERLY, THE SEAT WILL BE REMOVED AND RECALIBRATED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2004 Nissan Quest car reviews
Positive 2004 Nissan Quest car reviews
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We purchased this vehicle used with only 25k miles and have been very pleased with its performance. Although we did experience a hairline crack in the catalytic converter weld, which caused some inconvenience, Nissan was able to provide us with new sensors, fuel injectors, a new computer, and other fuel-saving features. We particularly enjoy the entertainment features and navigation system, although updating the latter can be expensive. The Low Tire Pressure Sensor can be a bit sensitive to temperature changes, but it's not a major issue once you turn off the alarm and confirm that there is no real flat tire. We have taken this car on long road trips from the east coast to Texas to Nevada and back to Texas, and it has always driven smoothly. Additionally, the body style is attractive and the interior is spacious.
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This van has been great! The milage is good (21 city - 28 hwy), and despite its age of 210,000 miles, we have had very few repairs - mostly routine. I love driving this van; it is very comfortable, handles well, and has great acceleration! Even though I live in a northern state, it handles winter driving well, even with only FWD and all-season tires. However, I do struggle with backing it up as visibility is lousy.
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This is the perfect vehicle for those who need the space a minivan offers, but don't necessarily want to drive one. It looks cool, drives as nicely as any car I've been in, and has lots of great features. It's also one of the safest cars out there and sits nice and low to the ground, making it easy to get in and out of, especially for young kids.
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Overall, we have been very happy with this van. I absolutely love the interior design, especially the center console. The car continues to drive well and has been extremely reliable. The handling is good and it is comfortable to drive on the highway. However, one drawback is that backing up and parking can be difficult. In terms of materials, I like it but have a few complaints. Firstly, the water temperature and gas gauges are poorly lit and have poor graphics. Secondly, I am not happy with the coating on the center console which has worn off in places and in others has become dirty and cannot be cleaned. We have had a couple of minor electrical problems with console lights going out, but it is not a big deal. Overall, it was a great deal.
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You've owned your Quest for four years and it hasn't required a return trip to the dealer for anything other than a recall on an airbag. When driving 75 mph on long trips, you can expect to average 25 mpg. The engine is fantastic and the interior is huge. If you're in need of a larger vehicle that still gets decent mileage, the Quest is definitely one to consider.
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2004 Nissan Quest Problems and Complaints - 7 Issues
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3rd Generation (2004-2010) Quest Problems
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2004 Nissan Quest - transmission trouble? - Maintenance/Repairs ...
Nov 9, 2009 ... Shut off car and restarted and problem went away. Several weeks later, same thing happens. This time check engine light comes on. Again, turning ...
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Jun 10, 2011 ... A plugged fuel filter, a pinched line, and low voltage at the pump can contribute to low fuel pressure. All three must be check before replacing ...
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Emmitt Torphy 2024-11-14
I experienced several issues with my 2004 Quest, including power window failure after only one month, windshield wipers that have been replaced three times and still do not hug the windshield, air vents that fell out during the first week, loose seat covers that sagged after only two months, improperly installed seat skirts, radio static on all AM stations, weather stripping that comes off and continues to do so even after new stripping is installed, and a DVD player that pops in and out after the engine is shut off. Additionally, the front windows rolled all the way down on their own after I locked and left the vehicle.
Justus Glover 2024-10-29
The reliability of the 2004 Quest van was very disappointing. Despite the supposed lifetime of the engine's timing chain, I needed a new one just one month after replacing the front wheel bearings. Unfortunately, Nissan would not cover the $2,500 service job, so I decided to trade it in. If you are considering purchasing a used 2004 Quest van, be very wary if the timing chains have not been replaced yet. Although Nissan issued a tech bulletin about the issue a year ago, there has been no recall. If you are buying a newer year, make sure to bring it in for service if the engine ever makes a whining sound before the warranty is up. Despite my plans to keep the van for more than 5 years and 60,700 miles, I could not justify spending an additional $2,500 at this time.
Junius Doyle 2024-10-26
I have extensive experience with Nissan vehicles, having owned and worked on several models. However, I must say that this particular Altima has been the most problematic one I have encountered. Unfortunately, at 67,000 miles, I had to replace the alternator at a cost of $672.00. Now, at 87,000 miles, the timing chain is rattling and pecking, requiring a repair that will cost $1,104.63. Despite having put over 200,000 miles on my Altima, I am disappointed with the performance of this particular vehicle.
Jedediah Ward 2024-10-23
I'm glad to report that my family was in a head-on car accident, but fortunately, no one was hurt. However, we did notice that the airbags did not deploy. I would recommend reading reviews before making a purchase. If my car is totaled, I plan to buy a Toyota or Honda.
Jamel Bailey 2024-10-07
The van has been in our possession for 3 years. We have experienced significant issues with the tires. When attempting to report the substandard tire wear to Nissan corporate, they attempted to deflect responsibility by claiming it was a tire manufacturer issue. However, we know that Nissan corporate is responsible for providing tire specifications to the tire manufacturers. We have had to replace the tires 5 times already, with only 41K miles on the van. At 30K miles, we had to perform a complete brake job. Additionally, we have had issues with the CD player and slider door seals detaching. The lower engine cover also keeps falling off. We have found the overall maintenance and reliability of the van to be very poor.