2005 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 2005 Nissan Quest problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Nissan Quest 2005, common problems with this car include:
- Constant Rattling Noise: Some owners experienced a constant rattling noise coming from the side door of the Nissan Quest 2005. This persistent noise can be disruptive and affect the driving experience.
- Brake System: The brake system in the Nissan Quest 2005 has been a significant concern for owners. Reports indicate frequent issues with brakes and rotors, requiring multiple replacements within relatively short intervals. This recurring problem with the brake system has caused dissatisfaction among owners.
- Transmission Slipping: Owners reported transmission issues, such as slipping, starting at around 40,000 miles. This problem can lead to poor performance, safety concerns, and costly repairs. In some cases, the slipping transmission required extensive repairs, including pulling out the engine for fixing the chain teeth.
- Engine Knocking Sound: Another common problem reported by owners is a faint knocking sound coming from the engine. This issue was identified as a failure in the teeth that hold the chain to turn the engine. Owners faced quotes for expensive repairs due to the complexity of fixing this problem, which required pulling out the engine.
- Road Noise: Despite being a reliable and valuable vehicle, some owners expressed disappointment with the road noise in the Nissan Quest 2005. Excessive road noise can affect the comfort and overall driving experience, highlighting a potential area for improvement in this model.
These problems reported by owners of the Nissan Quest 2005 reflect a range of mechanical and performance issues that have impacted the driving experience, maintenance costs, and overall satisfaction with the vehicle.
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 value of a 2005 Nissan Quest?
How much is a 2005 Nissan Quest worth? The value of a used 2005 Nissan Quest ranges from $663 to $3,549, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What is the fuel consumption of a 2005 Nissan Quest?
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2005 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:
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Structure problems
- Visibility problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Nissan Quest vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Nissan Quest
The NHTSA has received 82 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Nissan Quest. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Nissan Quest vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-01
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact drove over a pothole and the air bags were inadvertently deployed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U95N
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TIMING CHAIN ISSUES . HAD IT REPAIRED A SECOND TIME AND IT SEEMS IT'S STILL HAS PROBLEMS. LAST REPAIR WAS DUE TO BROKEN GUIDE AND AND BROKEN TENSIONERS. AM WORRIED IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-03
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: SITTING IN A DRIVE THROUGH BREAK ON IN DRIVE CAR REVS UP TO ABOUT 70MPHS. I PUT IN PARK AS ITS MOVONG FORWARD TO NEARLY MISS A CAR INFRONT OF ME AND I TURN THE CAR OFF. NOW BREAK COMPRESS TO THE FLOOR.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-10
- VIN: 5N1BV28U25N
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: CADENA DEL TIENPO ASE RUIDO FUERTE
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-06
- VIN: 5N1BV28455N
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL GUAGE DOESN'T SHOW AMOUNT OF GAS IN TANK. I PUT GAS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE EVEN THOUGH AT TIMES IT DOESN'T NEEDS MUCH. THE ODOMETER FUNCTION ON AND ONE DOESN'T KNOW WHAT MILEAGE ON VEHICLE. . ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON EVEN WHEN ALL CHECK SHOWS VEHICLE SERVICE IS OK CAUSED FROM COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-31
- VIN: 5N1BV28U95N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TIMINIG CHAIN IS VERY LOUD AND NEEDS TO REPLACED AT ONLY 141K
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5N1BV28U95N
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING TO THE DOCTOR WHEN MY VAN LOST ALL POWER IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC ALL MODE GOT HIT BY A TRUCK IN THE REAR END. DO NOT WHAT HAPPENED JUST KNOW IT IS DOWN .CAR HAS NO POWER WILL NOT PULL OUT OR DRIVEWAY
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U85N
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON FOR A FEW WEEKS AND THEN WENT OFF, THEN ON AGAIN. THE CODE READ THAT THE AIR BAGS WAS NOT FUNCTIONING AND THE PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAG WAS SHORTED OUT.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-03
- VIN: 5NBV28U75N1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: NOISE, VIBRATION AND SOUNDS INDICATING IMMINENT FAILURE OF ONE OR MORE VALVETRAIN COMPONENTS IN THE VEHICLE'S 3.5L V6 ENGINE. PROBLEM IS KNOWN TO NISSAN; ADDRESSED IN A SERVICE BULLETIN IN 2004. COMPANY FAILED TO REMEDY THE DEFECT, WHICH CONSISTS OF PREMATURE FAILURE OF TIMING CHAIN AND/OR VALVETRAIN COMPONENTS, INCLUDING VARIABLE VALVE TIMING MODULE AND PARTS. THE PROBLEM IS CURRENTLY THE SUBJECT OF CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-09
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: THE VAN TURNS ON BUT IT LOSES SPEED WHILE DRIVING AND IT IS VERY HARD TO MAKE IT ACCELERATE ONCE IT COMES TO A STOP, THOUGHT IT WAS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM BUT IT WASN'T. NOW THEY THINK IT IS LOSS OF COMMUNICATION WITH COMPUTER
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-05
- VIN: 5N1BV28U35N
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE, THERE IS ALMOST NO POWER. I PULLED INTO A CAR DEALERSHIP TO LOOK AT SOME USED CARS. THE VAN'S ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN PARK. WHEN I PUT THE TRANSMISSION BACK IN DRIVE AND PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, WE MOVED FORWARD VERY SLOWLY. LOW AND OVER DRIVE WERE NO BETTER, BUT REVERSE SEEMED FINE. FORWARD GEARS HAVE VERY LITTLE POWER.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-04
- VIN: 5N1BV28U55N
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE INTO MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALERS SERVICE CENTER MANY TIMES FOR A LOSS OF POWER. THEY HAD ME REPLACE THE ECU, WHICH HAD TO BE PROGRAMMED, THEN THEY SAID THAT IT WAS THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. I BOUGHT ALL THREE OF THOSE. AFTER THAT IT NEEDED TO BE PROGRAMMED FOR THE AIR/FUEL RATIO. STILL RAN THE SAME. I BROUGHT IT INTO A DIFFERENT SHOP, THEY SAID IT HAD A BAD THROTTLE. MY BROTHER HAD ONE I HAD PUT IN BUT STILL NO POWER, AND HESITATION AT ACCELERATION AND UP HILLS, AND MISFIRES AND BACKFIRES A LOT. ONE OF THE CODES THEY FOUND FOR ME WAS A TIMING ISSUE. MY BROTHER HAS SAME VAN TOLD ME HE HAD TO REPLACE THE TIMING CHAIN. I'VE HEARD A RATTLING AND WHINING NOISE FROM TIMING AREA, SO I LOOKED INTO THIS FURTHER. BACK IN 2004 NISSAN ISSUED A TSB REGARDING THIS ISSUE TELLING TECHNICIANS TO MAKE A "GOODWILL ADJUSTMENT" TO PUSH BACK REPAIRS OF THIS ISSUE UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM WITH MY VEHICLE SINCE LEARNING ABOUT WHAT COULD HAPPEN SHOULD IT FAIL. I DRIVE MY CHILDREN IN THAT VAN AND BOUGHT IT BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE VEHICLE TO DRIVE. APPARENTLY NOT. NISSAN CONSUMER AFFAIRS EVEN TOLD ME THAT THEY WILL NOT COVER THE COST OF REPAIRS. I CURRENTLY AWAIT TO HEAR FROM A SUPERVISOR TO GIVE THEM AN EARFUL AND TO FIND OUT THE REASONS WHY IT WILL NOT BE FIXED. THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY RECALL. IF CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO THIS HAPPENS ON THE HIGHWAY (WHICH WE TRAVEL ALMOST EVERY DAY), THIS WOULD LEAVE THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY CRIPPLED AND UNABLE TO STEER OUT OF THE WAY OF ANY DANGER. SOONER OR LATER SOMEONE IS GOING TO BE INJURED IF NOT KILLED IN A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT FROM THIS IF NOT ALREADY. IT'S A SHAME NISSAN DOESN'T SEE THE VALUE OF POTENTIALLY SAVING ITS CUSTOMERS LIVES VS. THE COST OF MAKING NECESSARY REPAIRS. IT SHOULD BE A RECALL. I'LL NEVER BUY A NISSAN AGAIN.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-15
- VIN: 5N1BV28U25N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: HAD TO REPLACE COMPLETE TRANSMISSION. LACK OF POWER AND NO REVERSE. BASED ON RESEARCH A HUGE PERCENTAGE OF NISSAN QUEST, NISSAN MAXIMA AND NISSAN ALTIMA FROM 2005 HAVE THIS ISSUE, AND NO RECALLS WAS ISSUED NOR NISSAN DEALER ACCOUNTABLE FOR PROBLEM. PROBLEM HAPPENED ON THE FREEWAY, HAD LACK OF POWER, MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, PUT CAR IN PARK, TRIED REVERSE GEAR, AND WAS NOT WORKING, TRIED DRIVE GEAR AND IT MOVES FORWARD BUT WITH VERY LITTLE POWER. TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC AND AND AFTER SEVERAL INSPECTION HE TOLD ME I NEEDED TO CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-02
- VIN: 5N1BV28U65N
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR STARTED THROWING OUT SERVICE ENGINE CODES AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO ANY OTHER GEARS AND IS HAVING TROUBLE SPEEDING UP PAST 15 MILES PER HOUR. STARTED AY 114342 MILES. OCCURRED AFTER A CLUNK SOUND WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREET AND HAD A HARD TIME MAKING IT UP THE HILL TO OUR HOME.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-07
- VIN: 5N1BV28U35N
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN PUT IN GEAR OR STOP AND GO JERKS VERY HARD AND SOME TIMES DON'T WANT TO GO.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-22
- VIN: 5N1BV28U95N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL GUAGE-ODOMETER DISPLAY-TEMPETURE DISPLAY WANT READ CORRECT------THIS IS CAUSING A PROBLEM OF NEVER KNOWING IF THE CAR IS HOT OR RUNNING OUT OF GAS.I NEED TO KNOW HOW FAR I HAVE DRIVEN IN ORDER TO CHANGE MY OIL!! DRIVING OR SITTING STILL MAKES NO DIFFERENCE
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-08
- VIN: 5N1BV28UX5N
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION , ROUGH SHIFTING WHEN DRIVING THE VAN, UP SHIFTING OR DOWN SHIFTING,
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-31
- VIN: 5N1BV28U25N
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE ENGINE MAKES A RATTLING NOISE. DEALER SAYS TIMING CHAIN GUIDE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE AT A COST OF $1700. THEY ALSO ASKED ME NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS IT MAY CAUSE THE TIMING CHAIN TO JUMP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND ALSO ENGINE DAMAGE
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-26
- VIN: 5N1BV28U45N
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2005 NISSAN QUEST WENT OUT WHILE ON VACATION IN NORTH CAROLINA FROM OUT OF STATE IN JUNE OF 2015. JUST REPLACED THE TIMING CHAIN TODAY 12/16/15 AM LOSING FAITH ON NISSANS RELIABILITY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-28
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GOES IN AND OUT MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE SPEED, FUEL LEVEL, TEMP, TURNING SIGNALS, RPMS, AND EVERYTHING ELSE NECESSARY TO DRIVE SAFELY. SOMETIMES WHILE THE PANEL COMES BACK TO WORKING PROPERLY IT ENABLES THE OVERDRIVE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO JOLT WHILE DRIVING. DURING RESEARCH I FOUND THERE ARE TOO MANY COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER PEOPLE THAT ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE AND DEALERS QUOTING THEM IN THE 700- THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO FIX, THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AND A FREE REPAIR AS THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND IT'S AFFECTING TOO MANY VEHICLES.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5N1BV28U04N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: THE 2005 NISSAN QUEST SE HAS SEVERE PROBLEMS WITH MOTOR MOUNTS AND THEIR FAULTY DESIGN WHICH RESULTED IN A VEHICLE CRASH. MY WIFE WENT TO THE DOLLAR STORE,THIS BEING ABOUT TWO MONTHS AFTER ALL THE MOTOR MOUNTS WERE REPLACED, SHE GOT IN AND STARTED TO BACK OUT AS SHE PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR THE ENGINE REVVED UP TO 3000 RPM AND THEN JAMMED THE TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR CAUSING IT TO JERK THE WHEEL VIOLENTLY AND BARK THE TIRES THE ENGINE IS SO QUIET YOU CANNOT HEAR IF THIS IS HAPPENING IT PROPELLED THE VEHICLE RIGHT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE PARKED ALL THE WAY IN THE PARKING SPACES BEHIND HER COSTING US 2000 DOLLARS TO PAY FOR VEHICLE DAMAGE THERE COULD HAD BEEN PEDESTRIANS AROUND WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN HIT AND KILLED THERE IS OVER 30000 COMPLAINTS ONLINE OF THIS SAME PROBLEM. I URGE YOU TO PLEASE MAKE NISSAN FIX THE DEFECTIVE MOTOR MOUNTS PROBLEMS THERE IS PLENTY OF EVIDENCE ON THIS OUR MOTOR MOUNTS NOW HAVE TO BE REPLACED EVERY 4 MONTHS BECAUSE THEY KEEP GOING BAD COSTING 1200 DOLLARS EACH TIME THEY ARE A BAD DESIGN AND IS URGENT TO BE FIXED BECAUSE THEY HELP CONTROL TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT THANK YOU.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-01
- VIN: 5N1BV28U45N
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR STARTED MISSING GEARS AND WAS STALLING. MY WIFE USES THE VAN FOR SCHOOL AND DROP THE BABY TO DAYCARE. TOOK THE CAR TO NISSAN AND THEY SAID IT WAS A MUFFLER, I FIXED THAT AND THE ISSUE WAS STILL THERE. THEY THEN TOLD ME IT NEED A TUNE UP COSTING $650. DIDN'T DO IT BECAUSE IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE. AND UNNECESSARY SINCE I ALWAYS DO OIL CHANGES. HAD A TRANSMISSION SHOP LOOK AT IT AND TOLD ME THE TRANSMISSION WAS NEUTRALIZING. CAR WOULD NOT CHANGE GEARS. NISSAN HAD 2 LAW SUITS AGAINST THEM FOR PREMATURE MALFUNCTION TO THEIR TRANSMISSION AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE ISSUE. I SPENT $3000.00 TO GET MY TRANSMISSION REBUILT AND THE ISSUE IS STILL HERE. PLEASE HELP THE CONSUMERS!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-15
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NISSAN QUEST. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNAVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-03
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: FUEL GAUGE IS NOT DISPLAYING AS WELL AS THE ODOMETER AND TEMPERATURE- PREVIOUS OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE AND CURRENT LITIGATION HAD BEEN PLACED FOR SAME MODEL AND SAME OR DIFFERENT YEARS.. AIR BAG SENSOR ON FRONT SEAT PASSENGER IS NOT ACTIVE BUT A SMALL ADULT IS ON THE SEAT. SIMILAR RECALLS HAD BEEN HAPPENING ON THIS MODEL BUT NOT EXPANDING THROUGH MANY VIN#S BRAKE- SIMILAR RECALLS HAD BEEN HAPPENING ON THIS MODEL BUT NOT EXPANDING THROUGH MANY VIN#S. AN ACCIDENT DOESN'T NEED TO HAPPEN IN ORDER TO RECALL THOSE CAR THAT ARE SUFFERING THE SAME DIAGNOSIS ON CURRENT/APPROVED RECALLS. AN ACTION MUST BE TAKEN. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-03
- VIN: 5N1BV28U95N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: GAS GAUGE N ODOMETER READING ARE IMPOSSIBLE. *JS
2005 Nissan Quest recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2005 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.
Negative 2005 Nissan Quest car reviews
Positive 2005 Nissan Quest car reviews
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Hi there! We have been using an 05 Quest SE as a company car and have driven over 10,000 miles. We have found that most auto writer reviews are just plain wrong. The side doors and back are actually bigger than competitors, which is a great plus. We have been very impressed with the ride, handling, and feeling of safety in bad weather. The 3.5L engine is also great, and we have logged several tanks of fuel over 26mpg - the EPA highway figure! The average over the first 6,000 miles, including break-in and Winter driving, was 22.8, which is not bad at all. Additionally, the A/C works very effectively. Contrary to reviews, we have found that the second row seats do fold down with headrests in place. Lastly, we have had four different drivers operate this vehicle regularly and they all report that the center-mounted speedo takes 15 minutes to get used to. Thanks for reading!
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with the SE Quest that I purchased from Trophy Nissan in Mesquite Texas. I was able to get it for a great price of 32200 +TTL, well below Edmunds TMV price. I've had it for 2 months now and I must say, it's been performing really nicely! The power is definitely better than the Toyota Sienna and on par with the Honda Odyssey. The exterior and interior are truly stand out, and mine even has a sunroof and 4 fixed glass roof for the 2nd and 3rd row seats. There are also 2 video screens, lots of reading lights, cup holders, overhead storage, and the back seats are so comfortable that you feel like you're sitting in a 1st class row on an airplane. The interior space is huge, you can easily walk up and down the rows without having to step outside. Thanks for listening to my experience!
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I bought my fully loaded 2005 Quest SE on 10/05/04, trading in my 2001 BMW 325i. Almost nine years later, the van has safely taken my family over 101,100 miles and counting. I've travelled across the USA and Canada, usually alone with my four daughters. I've only had two minor issues: a ground fault around 40,000 miles that delayed a trip home for a couple of hours, and a recent alternator failure that required almost 100 miles of towing and a rather costly repair bill. However, alternators do fail and the ground fault was a minor inconvenience. Overall, this van has been exceptional and I highly recommend it.
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I've had my minivan for over a year now and I still absolutely love it! It's the 3.5 SE model with all the skylights, bells, and whistles. Mine is a sleek dark gray with a rouge and black interior. Last year, my family and I took it on a road trip from Massachusetts to Washington DC and then to South Carolina. With three kids and all the luggage we brought, there was plenty of room for everyone. The 2 DVD package and navigation system were definitely worth the investment!
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I traded in my '01 Volvo V70 T5 wagon for the Quest because the Volvo's rear seats were cramped and it had a tendency to eat ignition coils. With two small children, I wanted a minivan that was comfortable and convenient, so I did a lot of research on used vans before deciding on the Quest. What drew me to it was the durability of the engine/transmission compared to any other minivan, except for the Toyota Sienna, which was more expensive. We've had the Quest for about 4 years now, and it's been a great van. Although the interior materials are admittedly cheap, the engine and transmission have been bulletproof, and the body has held together well. We've only had to replace an engine mount, front struts, and brake pads so far. Recently, it developed a small leak from the rear valve cover gasket, and the pixels on the odometer readout are starting to fade. I've decided not to fix the valve cover gasket since it would be a PITA, and the odometer can be fixed for about $12 with a how-to video on Youtube. It still drives nicely, the AC is ice cold, and everything works. All in all, it's holding up well, considering it's almost 12 years old and has over 160k miles on it. I plan to drive it until it reaches 200k or blows up, whichever comes first. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a cheap, reliable family car or work vehicle.
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Are you having problems with your 2005 Nissan Quest?
Vern Effertz 2025-10-15
We bought the van brand new in 2005 and had few complaints for five years. However, in January 2011, it started blowing smoke from the exhaust despite proper maintenance. The van had only 30k miles on it and no warning lights were coming on. We took it to the dealer multiple times, spending $400, but they couldn't explain the problem and told us the engine was basically fried. We tried to get assistance from Nissan since the van had low mileage, but they refused to help because we were missing a couple of receipts to prove it was properly maintained. It was a very frustrating experience.
Hipolito Schmeler 2025-09-23
I purchased this car last year with only 62,000 miles and all service records provided. At first, I thought I had lucked out, but unfortunately, the brakes squeaked constantly and even after the dealer attempted to fix them, the squeaking persisted. Additionally, the CD player broke within a month of purchase. When I went to open the rear gate, the trim that covers the latch came off in my hand, which seems to be a common issue with this model. While on vacation, the check engine light came on at around 78,000 miles. Upon returning home, I contacted Nissan and was informed that the converter was covered up to 80,000 miles. However, since I had taken the car to my local garage instead of a Nissan dealer, they would not honor the warranty. Overall, I have had a negative experience with this 2010 VW and will not be purchasing another Nissan in the future!
Hubert Kuvalis 2025-09-20
This car has had a lot of issues and I would not recommend it. It has required expensive and constant repairs, including replacing front and back shocks, sets of tires and brakes, instrument cluster, timing chain and tensioners, transmission, lower control arms, engine and transmission mounts, and a 65% chance of replacing corroded subframe depending on how frequently you use your AC. The sliding doors internals and power steering pressure hose have also needed attention. Please save yourself from this headache and avoid purchasing it.
Dameon Lowe 2025-09-17
The car has been experiencing multiple issues since it was purchased, including problems with the air conditioning, seats, radio, and transmission. Despite being out of warranty, these issues persist and are often difficult to diagnose due to their intermittent nature. The car even lost power while driving, which was a concerning experience. However, the issue was resolved on its own, only to reoccur the next day. It is clear that the car requires immediate attention and repair to ensure its reliability on the road.
Virgil Jacobson 2025-08-27
Hey there! I wanted to share my experience with this van. While I've had some issues with it, I think it's important to note that it only has 93k on it. The catalytic converter broke and needed to be changed, which I think may have been caused by the van being too low. Additionally, the transmission has been acting up, which I've heard is a common issue. The doors can be a bit tricky to open, but with a little effort, they do open. The automatic trunk can be a bit finicky, but I've found that with a little tug, it opens just fine. There are some creaking noises and outside noises, but overall, it's not too bad. The blower motor did go out and the brakes needed to be replaced after 6 months, but that's to be expected with any vehicle. While I do have some regrets about buying this van, I think it's important to weigh the pros and cons before making a decision. Thanks for listening!