MYRModel Year Report

1994 Nissan Quest

◆ Worse than typical
1994 Nissan Quest
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:53:22.071Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
167
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 119 complaints 1994: 167 complaints 1994 167 1995: 167 complaints 1996: 134 complaints 1997: 89 complaints 1997 1998: 41 complaints 1999: 118 complaints 2000: 87 complaints 2000 2001: 42 complaints 2002: 29 complaints 2004: 445 complaints 2004 2005: 82 complaints 2006: 74 complaints 2007: 228 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2009: 22 complaints 2011: 66 complaints 2011 2012: 93 complaints 2013: 18 complaints 2014: 18 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2016: 13 complaints 2017: 6 complaints 2017
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 119 complaints 1994: 167 complaints 1994 167 1995: 167 complaints 1996: 134 complaints 1997: 89 complaints 1997 1998: 41 complaints 1999: 118 complaints 1999 2000: 87 complaints 2001: 42 complaints 2001 2002: 29 complaints 2004: 445 complaints 2004 2005: 82 complaints 2006: 74 complaints 2006 2007: 228 complaints 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2011: 66 complaints 2011 2012: 93 complaints 2013: 18 complaints 2013 2014: 18 complaints 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 13 complaints 2017: 6 complaints 2017
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 119 complaints 1993 1994: 167 complaints 1994 167 1995: 167 complaints 1995 1996: 134 complaints 1996 1997: 89 complaints 1997 1998: 41 complaints 1998 1999: 118 complaints 1999 2000: 87 complaints 2000 2001: 42 complaints 2001 2002: 29 complaints 2002 2004: 445 complaints 2004 2005: 82 complaints 2005 2006: 74 complaints 2006 2007: 228 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2009 2011: 66 complaints 2011 2012: 93 complaints 2012 2013: 18 complaints 2013 2014: 18 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 13 complaints 2016 2017: 6 complaints 2017

1994: 167 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19911
19923
1993119
1994167
1995167
1996134
199789
199841
1999118
200087
200142
200229
2004445
200582
200674
2007228
200850
200922
201166
201293
201318
201418
201512
201613
20176

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

34% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2002-09-06

Engine stumbled, and then quit while at idle. Repair shop reports broken crankshaft (Snout)

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-30

Fuel system, gasoline

14% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and delivery.

FIRE

Structure

11% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.

Show complaint excerpts

Power door lock failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-18

Power door locks failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-10-30

Service brakes

10% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Exterior lighting

7% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing tail lights and brake lights.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2013-04-01

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    1994Complaint volume 167 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    1998-10-12Exterior lighting96V253004 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1999-12-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-05-22 Fuel tank vent hose leakage
  4. I
    2000-05-22Engineering analysisClosed 2001-01-04 Fuel tank vent hose leakage
  5. R
    2001-02-16Fuel system, gasoline00V419001 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the vent hose.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 57 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 18 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V253004 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 00V419001 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.