1995 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.
26% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 44 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
FIRE DEATH19% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.
11% of complaints: seat belts — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
REAR SHOULDER/LAP BELT CAUGHT CHILD AROUND NECK AND ENTANGLED WHEN ATTEMPTING TO EXIT. OWNER HAD TO CUT CHILD OUT OF BELT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960408
8% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH FIRE INJURY8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing brake lights and switch.
SAFETY TIMELINE
AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION CONDITION IN THE SEAT CABLE ROLLER PULLEY ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW THE CABLE THAT CONNECTS THE SEAT ADJUST LEVER TO THE LATCH TO BE PINCHED IN THE ROLLER ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PULLER ASSEMBLY IN THE THIRD ROW SLIDING BENCH SEAT LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 96V089002 — check if this car was fixed
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
UNEXPECTED OPENING ON SLIDING DOOR
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
1995 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V089002 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V253004 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V419001 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Nissan Quest is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan Quest have?
3 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.