1994 Nissan Quest
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 119 |
| 1994 | 167 |
| 1995 | 167 |
| 1996 | 134 |
| 1997 | 89 |
| 1998 | 41 |
| 1999 | 118 |
| 2000 | 87 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2004 | 445 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 74 |
| 2007 | 228 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2011 | 66 |
| 2012 | 93 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
34% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.
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MANIFOLD BOLTS KEEP MELTING AND BREAKING. THE BOLTS ARE POPPING AS FAST AS THE REPAIR PERSON CAN PUT THEM IN. THE MANIFOLD BOLTS COST ABOUT $80 EACH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020906
ENGINE STUMBLED, AND THEN QUIT WHILE AT IDLE. REPAIR SHOP REPORTS BROKEN CRANKSHAFT (SNOUT)*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020830
14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tank assembly and delivery.
FIRE11% of complaints: structure — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.
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POWER DOOR LOCK FAILURE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19941118
POWER DOOR LOCKS FAILED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19941030
10% of complaints: service brakes — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH7% of complaints: exterior lighting — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tail lights and brake lights.
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BRAKE LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAIL TO COME ON AND DASH LIGHTS HAVE ALSO FAILED,DEALER STATES VEHICLE NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL 96V253004 . SEVERAL OTHER COMPLAINS ABOUT THIS FROM DIFFERENT MANUFACTURING DATES AND VIN#.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130401
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE REAR LAMP SOCKET MAY NOT ILLUMINATE BECAUSE THE METAL CAN IN THE LAMP SOCKET MOVES OR SEPARATES FROM THE PLASTIC SOCKET HOUSING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED REAR LAMP SOCKET AND WIRING ASSEMBLIES.
Campaign 96V253004 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL TANK VENT HOSE LEAKAGE
FUEL TANK VENT HOSE LEAKAGE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE FUEL TANK VENT HOSE ALLOWS AIR TO VENT FROM THE FUEL TANK DURING REFUELING. CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE VENT HOSE. IF (1) THE FUEL TANK IS OVERFILLED, NOT ALLO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VENT HOSE.
Campaign 00V419001 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (57 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V253004 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V419001 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Nissan Quest is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Nissan Quest have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.