2012 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 2012 Nissan Quest problems
The Nissan Quest, manufactured from 1993 to 2017, is a popular minivan with its share of problems. While it is considered one of the better minivan models, certain issues tend to show up more often depending on the model year. The 2004 Nissan Quest had the most complaints, but the 2007 model year is considered the worst due to severe problems occurring earlier and costing more to repair.
Transmission-related problems are considered the worst for Nissan Quest owners. The Quest can develop various issues like hesitation when shifting gears, rough transition during a shift, abrupt deceleration, reduced acceleration, and transmission failure. Replacing faulty Nissan Quest transmission parts can be costly, and drivers have reported the problem persisting or returning despite costly repairs. Some 2007 Nissan Quest transmissions tend to jerk while driving, often accompanied by hesitation, slippage, and failure to engage gears. Even the improved automatic transmission of a late-generation unit like the 2016 model year can jerk and hesitate while shifting between gears. Some 2012 Nissan Quests may also develop similar issues that can lead to premature transmission failure.
Rattling noises are considered the worst of the engine problems that a Nissan Quest can develop. These unpleasant noises are often caused by worn-out timing chains, timing chain guides, or timing chain tensioners. While the engine can sometimes still run fine despite the background rattling, it can potentially get damaged. Many units belonging to the 2004, 2006, and 2007 model years are particularly prone to engine noises.
Brake problems can also show up fairly often in certain Nissan Quest model years. While Nissan Quest brakes are generally reliable, some brake problems can be serious and affect driving safety.
The 2012 Nissan Quest has 14 complaints related to transmission failure, 3 complaints for jerking at acceleration, and 8 complaints for interior issues.
In summary, transmission-related problems, engine noises, and brake issues are common problems with the Nissan Quest, particularly in the 2004, 2007, and 2012 model years. These issues can lead to costly repairs and affect driving safety.
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.
Are there any recalls on a 2012 Nissan Quest?
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 � TANK FUEL OR LESS, THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE.
How many miles will a 2012 Nissan Quest last?
The nissan quest is known as a dependable vehicle that will easily last over 200,000 miles.
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.
2012 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:
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2012 Nissan Quest vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2012 Nissan Quest
The NHTSA has received 91 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2012 Nissan Quest. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2012 Nissan Quest vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-15
- VIN: JN8AE2KP2C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The CVT transmission on this vehicle has failed. The vehicle is jerking and and stalls while driving. If I'm at a light stopped and the light changes to go, the vehicle won't move unless I put my foot all the way down on the accelerator then it Jenks and starts to move. I took it to Sheridan Nissan in Delaware, and they told me this has been the issue with the CVT transmission and I need to just get rid of the van. To get a new one put in is over $7000 with just a 12 Mos12,000 miles warranty and they say it may go out again. I was told by another dealership that Nissan new about this problem, but won't fix it. I've noticed that they have replaced CVT transmissions in other Nissan vehicles and other years, but seem to skip the 2012 Nissan Quest. The engine light came on after it started jerking and I had it towed to Nissan and then they told me that the transmission is slipping. They told me I could drive it home, but to "get rid of it because it doesn't have much life left." Please make Nissan recall these transmissions like they did others. If they are all CVT transmissions, why are some being fixed and others being ignored? Please help.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-22
- VIN: JN8AE2KP4C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Have fixed myself Ac compressor kit about 97,051miles on [XXX], maf sensor, two vvt solenoids having driven it 20,000 miles in five years trying to rid light. Nov 2019 purchased at 94,719 miles. Roberts nissan of manchester, tn checked and serviced on [XXX] at 95,186 milles in excellent condition. Light will not stay off for power train system, cam timing bank, timing chains, vct camshaft timing vct, power supply circuit. Nissan did replace recall ABS actuator. Had checked Cookeville Nissan [XXX] light on and they turned off saying it checked ok after a cold start for $230. It is loud now at 114,998 miles! This auto must have defective parts since Gateway has serviced it regularly. I am concerned about driving. Talked to consumer affairs of Nissan and was told it was over 65,000 miles and not valid. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-13
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JN8AE2KP0C9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owed a 2012 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle launched forward at high speed without any warning. The contact pressed on the brake pedal, but it failed to stop the vehicle, causing the contact to loss control and drive into a ditch and crashing a tree causing the vehicle came to a complete stop. The air bags did not deploy. The contact suffered injuries to the left leg and foot and head and seek medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was deemed totally loss from the insurance company. The manufacturer was contact and stated that there was no recall for the failure and did not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 50,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-07
- VIN: JN8AE2KP7C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CVT Transmission failed and had to replace with new CVT Transmission while returning from a trip on June 7 2023. It failed in middle of the trip. Aamco Boardman, OH helped replace it with brand new transmission and it cost $7525. Last year also Compressor failed and had to replace it with brand new compressor at the local garage here in Shippensburg. Mileage is only 110000 miles. Very disappointed and dissatisfied with 2012 Nissan Quest.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-11
- VIN: JN8AE2KP0C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I was on a busy freeway only 10 miles from my city and my van with no warning started to slow down and I tried pushing gas to make it go faster to the speed limit because there were semi trucks lined behind and beside me and it wouldn’t accelerate at all. It just continued to slow down at a fast rate and I was trying to get to the side of the freeway as fast as possible and the steering wheel got hard to turn to the side. It was a struggle and I had my husband, and all 5 of my daughters with me. We were all scared out of our minds. Vehicles were passing so close to us and so fast. The vehicle came to a complete stop on the side of the freeway and the engine was still running and I tried to push gas but it just revved up and didn’t move at all. My family and I were stranded for hours waiting for help to come. We could have been hit by so many vehicles. I turned off the van and restarted a few minutes later to try to get it to go but it wouldn’t budge. Just made whining sounds.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-05
- VIN: JN8AE2KP4C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle lost power multiple times while being driven. The alternator has been replaced three times last being 12/21. Battery has also been replaced. Vehicle has been to 2 mechanics. Potentially thought A/C compressor was causing problem. Replaced by mechanic number 2 May 2022. Vehicle runs until headlights are engaged, a/c or radio etc. Vehicle was driven 10 miles without radio, a/c or lights. Power drained within 2 miles of turning headlights on and cut out in traffic. Sputters and able to pull over without causing accident barely. Left stranded multiple times. Once on a major highway with traffic, stranded on side of road. Spouse rescued while waiting for tow truck. Multiple tows with major motor club. Catalytic Converter light is active and was checked by TJ's in Loganville, GA, it did not need to be replaced at this time. Affordable Auto Services, Mulberry Road Winder GA and B&B Auto Services, Dacula GA (3 alternators and 2 batteries).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-12
- VIN: JN8AE2KP2C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Instumrnt panel goes blank, often stays off. Sometimes have to pull over to turn off vehicle and turn back in. Rarely works when this is done.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-01
- VIN: JN8AE2KP6C9
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The dashboard on my 2012 Nissan Quest S is splitting at the edges leaving a gap between 1/16-1/32 wide. The area around the passenger air bag is now outlined and I am concerned it my effect the air bag. This started about a year ago and is getting worse.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-21
- VIN: Jn8ae2kp4c9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Daughter's Quest has a bad CVT transmission. Diagnosis made by independent service center. Check engine light came on. Codes P1700, P0746, & P0868. Unsafe to drive - doesn't accelerate, shakes, shutters, etc. Other Nissan Quest/Nissan owners with same issue (Pathfinder, Rogue, Juke, Murano, Versa,Sentra,Altima). Refer to CarComplaints.com. I mailed a letter to Nissan Corp Office in Franklin TN. They offered no assistance. Nissan settled a class action law suit for Sentra, Versa, Altima with same trans problem by agreeing to replace trans and extend warranty from 5yrs/60K miles to 10 yrs/120K miles. Want Nissan to replace bad CVT transmissions and extend warranty on Quest vans and other models with bad CVT transmissions.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: JN8AE2KP8C9
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Dashboard has a square cut on the passnger side, it is like a blade cut.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-30
- VIN: Jn8ae2kp0c9
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CVT transmission is failing, it is very very common with Nissan.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-09
- VIN: JN8AE2KP7C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Traveling at a high speed of 75 vehicle without warning stalls can't give any gas... Will not restart to after it has sat for about 20 mins then it will start and stall out again..ABS light and brake battery light keeps jumping on and off
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-08
- VIN: JN8AE2KP7C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: My Brake system was flushed but my brake light and battery and ABS LIGHT stays on flickering I was driving my vehicle at high speed and it it just stalls with no warning... I have to wait 20 mins or more before it'll start again. It has bn doing this for an entire year..driving full speed with no warning just shut down in middle of traffic
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-22
- VIN: JN8AE2KP0C9
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: My 2012 Nissan Quest has completely rotted out causing the muffler system and the motor mount to move causing significant damage and repair. Over $2,500 just to buy parts and repair all due to excessive rust on the body frame underneath. Its only a 2012 yet it looks as if it is a lot older. While driving the muffler system failed and broke away along with the motor mount which shifted. Cannot be driven any longer.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-12
- VIN: JN8AE2KP5C9
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: IN 2019 OUR PAINT STARTED PEALING OFF IN CHUNKS. I CAN RUB MY HAND A CROSS THE PAINT AND IT WILL FALL OFF. WHEN I WASH MY VEHICLE EVEN MORE PAINT WILL COME OFF. THERE ARE NUMEROUS SPOTS ON MY VEHICLE WHERE THE METAL IS EXPOSED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-11
- VIN: JN8AE2KP3C9
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FRONT SUN ROOF EXPLODED, SHOWERING GLASS OVER THE ROOF. DRIVING ON A SMOOTH CITY STREET AT 35 MPH. NO OTHER VEHICLE OR PERSON IN THE VICINITY, AND NOTHING OVERHEAD. TEMPERATURE NEAR FREEZING AND SPITTING SNOW. THE LOCAL NISSAN DEALER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-12
- VIN: JN8AE2KP0C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I AM HAVING A PROBLEM ON THE CVT TRANSMISSION OF MY 2012 NISSAN QUEST. IT'S BECOMING TOO DANGEROUS TO DRIVE BECAUSE IT'S KEEP ON JERKING WHEN I'M DRIVING IT IN THE STREET THAT IS WAY I DON'T DRIVE IT IN THE FREEWAY BECAUSE IT'S TOO DANGEROUS AND LATELY IT SPEED UP THAT I ALMOST GET AN ACCIDENT. FIRST IT WON'T RUN WHENEVER I STOP AT STOP SIGN AND/OR STOP LIGHT, WHEN I PRESS THE ACCELERATOR IT WON'T RUN LIKE IT NORMALLY DO AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN IT WILL SPEED UP THAT I ALMOST GET IN AN ACCIDENT. I WANT THE NISSAN MANUFACTURER TO RECALL MY QUEST AND FIX MY TRANSMISSION.
AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-22
- VIN: JN8AE2KP2C9
- Components: AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AS SOON AS CAR IS IN IGNITION AND STAY WHEN CAR IS STATIC. THE LIGHT STAYS ON EVEN IN MOTION. THE DEALER FIXED THIS ISSUE AND ANOTHER LIGHT CAME ON. I AM BEEN TOLD TO PAY ANOTHER 3000 DOLLARS TO FIX THE SEAT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-30
- VIN: JN8AE2KP1C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE LCD SCREEN ON THE DASH DOOR KEEPS ACTING CRAZY LIKE SCRAMBLING AND IT HAS NOW JUST GONE COMPLETELY BLACK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-02
- VIN: JN8AE2KP0C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WE WERE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE TRANSMISSION FELT LIKE THE VAN WAS JERKING EVERY TIME THE GAS WAS PRESSED. THIS WAS EVEN HAPPENING THE DAY PRIOR WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. AT ONE POINT THE RPM WOULD GO START GOING HIGH WHEN THE GAS WAS BARELY BEING PRESSED. WE DECIDED TO GET OFF AT THE NEXT EXIT. WE WERE AT A STOPLIGHT AND THE VAN JUST SUDDENLY STOPPED GIVING ANY POWER WHEN PRESSING ON THE GAS. THERE WERE NO LIGHT INDICATORS ON THE DASHBOARD TO ALERT OF ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VAN. THE RPM WOULD NOT REV UP EVEN WITH THE GAS PEDAL FLOORED. WE TURNED THE VAN OFF AND ON TO SEE IF THAT WAS THE ISSUE. THE SAME THING HAPPENED AND THERE WAS STILL NO POWER PUSHING THE GAS PEDAL. THE VAN HAD TO ROLL UNTIL WE WERE ABLE TO PARK SAFELY AT A GAS STATION. WE LET THE VAN SIT FOR OVER 30 MINUTES JUST IN CASE TO SEE IF IT WAS AN OVERHEATING ISSUE. THERE WAS A JIFFY LUBE NEARBY AND WE ASKED A MECHANIC WHAT THE ISSUE WOULD BE. THEY SAID THAT NISSAN HAD A CVT TRANSMISSION WHICH HAS BEEN KNOWN TO HAVE PROBLEMS LIKE LOSS OF POWER, TRANSMISSION JERKING, ETC. EVENTUALLY WE HAD TO GET THE VAN TOWED BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-27
- VIN: JN8AE2KP9C9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS SOLD A DECEPTIVE VAN AT THE END SEPT 2020, I DID A TEST DRIVE WITH THE SALESMAN, POINTED OUT SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THE VAN LIKE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, TRACTION LIGHT ON, AIR BAG LIGHT ON, REMOTE MISSING TO CONTROL TV, THE SALESMAN TOLD ME NOT TO WORRY ABOUT ALL THE LIGHTS THAT'S ON HE WILL GET THAT FIX AT A LATER DATE AND TO BUY THE TV REMOTE AND A DEDUCTION WILL BE APPLIED TO MY CONTRACT. I WAS FINE WITH THAT, BUT THAT HASN'T BEEN THE CASE. I ADMITTEDLY START TO FIND OTHER ISSUE WITH THE VAN THE MORE I DROVE IT LIKE THE REAR WIPER MOTOR IS NOT WORKING, THE COMPLETE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT WORKING SO THE HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, BLUETOOTH SETTINGS, RADIO VOLUME BUTTON. I HAVE MADE THE SALESMAN A WHERE OF THIS BUT HIS WHOLE TONE CHANGED. I WAS TOLD TO GET WHATEVER ISSUES FIXED MYSELF AND MAYBE A DEDUCTION WOULD BE APPLIED TO MY BALANCE, ONCE AGAIN I SAID BUT THAT'S NOT WHAT WE AGREE ON. SO NOW ITS TIME FOR MY TEMPORARY TAG TO EXPIRE, WAS ISSUED A NEW ONE 3 TIMES BUT HAD TO TAKE IT TO A SHOP TO LET THEM MANIPULATE THE SYSTEM BECAUSE THE VAN WILL NOT PASS MARTA/EMISSION TO GET REGISTER FOR REAL LICENSE PLATE WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. THE VAN IS MISSING THE CADILLAC CONVERTER AND THE SALESMAN WILL NOT PUT ONE ON SAID YOU DO NOT REALLY NEED IT ON THE VAN. AT THIS POINT HE SAID IN A CONVERSATION WITH ME THAT A PREVIOUS OWNER HAD THE VAN FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND RETURNED IT FOR ISSUES, BUT WHEN I SAID I'M NOT SATISFIED WITH THE VAN AND WANT TO RETURN AS WELL, IT WAS PASS 2 MONTHS NOW AND AS LONG AS THE VAN GETS ME TO POINT A TO POINT B THAT'S ALL THAT MATTERS! ONCE AGAIN THE MORE I DRIVE THE VAN I'M FINDING ISSUES SO NOW THE BUTTON ON THE RADIO GET STUCK WHEN PUSHED IN, CONTROLLING THE HEAT AND AIR IT HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN, SO WHEN I TURN ON THE HEAT, THE AC BUTTON WILL NOT TURN OFF, ALSO THE AUTOMATIC WINDOW BUTTONS DON'T WORK PROPERLY. THIS VAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE PERIOD.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-13
- VIN: JN8AE2KPXC9
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS CANNOT BE STOPPED FROM CLOSING ONCE ACTIVATED AND A PERSON CAN GET CRUSHED IN THE DOOR.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-01
- VIN: JN8AE2KP3C9
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE OIL LEVEL AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS NO OIL IN ENGINE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO NISSAN WORLD OF RED BANK (NEWMAN SPRINGS RD E, RED BANK, NJ 07701) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED FOR AN UNKNOWN FAILURE AND WAS RETURNED TO THE CONTACT. A YEAR LATER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SAME FAILURE REOCCURRED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 75,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-04
- VIN: JN8AE2KP5C9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AT 119,000 MILES THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T GET OUT OF 1ST GEAR, MAKING ACCELERATION FROM A DEAD STOP NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE. SEVERAL CALLS TO MY NISSAN DEALERSHIP AND TO NISSAN CORPORATION RESULTED IN "I'M SORRY BUT WE CAN'T DO ANYTHING FOR YOU BUT OFFER A COMPLETE REPLACEMENT OF YOUR TRANSMISSION AT AT COST OVER $5000". THE VEHICLE IS ONLY 19K MILES OUT OF THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT I PURCHASED FROM NISSAN, BUT THEY ARE CLAIMING THEY DON'T LOOK AT THAT, THEY LOOK AT THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURE WARRANTY. NISSAN IS AWARE OF ISSUES WITH THE CVT TRANSMISSION THEY HAVE PUT IN THEIR CARS BUT REFUSE TO FIX THE ISSUES OR WORK WITH CUSTOMERS.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JN8AE2KP3C9
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS SON WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, AN EXPLOSION WAS HEARD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND BLACK SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER STOPPED ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AND THE FAMILY EXITED SAFELY HOWEVER SMOKE FILLED THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE DOORS WERE OPENED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAMILY MEMBERS NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE AS FLAMES WERE EXITING THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE SHERIFF ATTEMPTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER HOWEVER WAS UNABLE TO. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED MORE THAN HALF OF THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE IF A FIRE OR POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS NOTIFIED AND WAS AWAITING TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER TROPHY NISSAN ( 5031 N GALLOWAY AVE, MESQUITE, TX 75150) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO NOTIFY THE MANUFACTURER BUT WAS TRANSFERRED TO ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. *LN*JB
2012 Nissan Quest recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2012 Nissan Quest.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Summary: 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 ¼ TANK FUEL OR LESS, THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY STALL.
- Consequence: VEHICLE STALLING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: 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.
Negative 2012 Nissan Quest car reviews
Positive 2012 Nissan Quest car reviews
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I recently traded in my 2011 Toyota Sienna LE for a 2012 Nissan Quest SV. As a long-time Toyota fan, I was disappointed with the recent decline in quality and reliability of their vehicles, which led me to make the switch. Although I had never owned a Nissan before, I was thoroughly impressed with their vehicles. The newly designed Quest is a true gem, offering all the bells and whistles and more. The interior is plush and soft to the touch, with easy accessibility to the dash. The exterior is also gorgeous. I highly recommend taking a look at this minivan, as it may just be the new king of the road.
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The original tires on our Quest, Toyo A22, have worn to the wear bars at 22,800 miles. After conducting some online research, it appears that others have also experienced this issue. Our vehicle is primarily used for family outings around town, with a few longer trips. Unfortunately, our Firestone dealer has informed us that there is no OEM warranty on the tire, either from Nissan or Toyo. Some have suggested that the tires were not sized correctly by Nissan to handle the vehicle weight, and we believe this may be a valid argument. Regardless, we are disappointed that we need to replace the tires with such low mileage on them. We will certainly avoid purchasing new Toyo tires or any vehicle with them in the future.
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Nice riding car with plenty of room for your stuff or people. The automatic doors work great! Remember to keep your car's oil changed and use pure synthetic oil to make it last. Also, remember to change the anti-freeze yearly as the summer months here in Vegas can be rough on it. The front end of the engine might be tough to work on, so be prepared. Overall, I really love this van!
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We used the minivan to travel with our family and kids throughout the country. It had great performance and was very comfortable. It's a shame that Nissan discontinued it.
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Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We recently purchased a 2012 Quest SL in white pearl and noticed some rail rust on the paint and chrome trim. We brought it to the dealership's attention and they promised to take care of it. After taking it to the bodyshop for clay baring, they called to inform us that some of the spots were too deep and that they believe the entire vehicle needs to be repainted. They also mentioned that due to the pearl color, it might be difficult to match the paint. We are currently waiting to hear back from Nissan on what they plan to do. In the meantime, we are enjoying a loaner LE fully loaded Quest. We were wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience? Interestingly, the loaner also has rust on the chrome trim. Thank you!
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More sources of information about 2012 Nissan Quest problems:
2012 Nissan Quest Problems and Complaints - 3 Issues
Top 2012 Nissan Quest Problems · No Start, Engine Stalls. 93 people have reported this. 26 · Timing Chain Rattle and Tapping Noise. 29 people have reported this.
2012 Nissan Quest Problems | Kelley Blue Book
How reliable is the 2012 Nissan Quest? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 months.
2012 Nissan Quest CVT Issues | The Nissan Club
Jan 10, 2020 ... Likely the RE0F09B, what is in the '14 model. The 4th gen Quest began in '11 and went at least to '17 and the trans stays the same through that ...
2012 Nissan Quest | CarComplaints.com
The 2012 Nissan Quest has 169 problems & defects reported by Quest owners. The worst complaints are transmission, AC / heater, and body / paint problems.
2012 Nissan Quest | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs
It is not a reliable car based on the mechanical issues. Multiple recalls and once broke down on the interstate. Read more.
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Anthony Schmitt 2025-01-08
We had a great experience with our Nissan Quest, but unfortunately, after the warranty expired, we encountered some issues. The car is currently at the Nissan Service center, and requires $6500 worth of repairs on the CVT transmission and AC unit. Unfortunately, we are unable to afford the repairs at this time, as we still owe $15,000 on the car. Despite the fact that there have been a number of documented complaints on 2010-2012 Nissans CVT transmissions and Nissan Quest A/C units, Nissan has not been able to offer us any support. We have found that the car requires frequent tire replacements and brake maintenance, which can be quite expensive. If you are considering purchasing a used mini van, we recommend looking into a Kia Sedona, which has a stronger warranty.
Frankie Daniel 2024-06-22
Firstly, I really like the styling of the Quest. Some people may see the 7-passenger capacity as a downside, but let's be honest, who has 6 kids these days? And if you do need that much space, you might as well buy a bus!
Diamond Romaguera 2024-03-13
I am sorry to hear about the issues you have been experiencing with your Nissan van. It must be frustrating to have experienced so many problems with your vehicle. I hope that you and your family are safe. Have you considered reaching out to a local mechanic for assistance? They may be able to help you diagnose and fix the issues you are experiencing. Best of luck to you and your family.
Javonte Hintz 2024-02-26
I purchased a 2012 Nissan Quest almost a year ago, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a horrible mistake. In hindsight, I should have looked at the Odyssey before making my decision. Like other Quest owners, I have already encountered some problems with it, which is disappointing considering the high price tag of over $30,000. During my visit to the dealership, I had it appraised and was shocked by the numbers. With less than 25,000 miles on it, I was already $9,000 upside down. I was very upset that my investment was not protected. However, I decided to take the plunge and get an Odyssey instead, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. It's the best!
Brayan Hagenes 2024-02-26
It's such a shame that the CVT transmission failed on my van so early on. Unfortunately, the cost to replace it was very high. Despite knowing that the transmissions are of poor quality, NISSAN was unwilling to help. It's disappointing because the local dealer is really good. This experience has left me feeling quite frustrated.