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 | 118 |
| 1994 | 165 |
| 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
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.
FIRE DEATH5% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT, SLOWED DOWN, APPLIED BRAKES AND THE BRAKES LOCKED UP. FRONTAL IMPACT OCCURRED WHEN VEHICLE SKIDDED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CONTACTED, ADJUSTER QUOTED $8800 IN DAMAGE, ONE INJURY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19981020
5% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file.
INJURYSAFETY 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 (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (8 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:engine, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan Quest have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.