1997 Nissan Quest
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
18% of complaints: structure — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and roof and pillars.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DURING A VEHICLE CRASH THE WINDOW AND DOOR LOCKS MALFUCNTIONED WHILE BEING IN A "LOCKED" POSITION, AND THE OCCUPANT WASN'T ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE, HAD TO GO THROUGH A BROKEN WINDOW TO GET OUT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19980626
17% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and wiring.
FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONSUMER HEARD THE VEHICLES HORN BLOWING AND WENT TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. UPON REACHING THE VEHICLE THE CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20021030
11% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel injection system.
FIRE11% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VIOLENT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG UPON COLLISION, CAUSING INJURY TO CONSUMERS, ALSO STARTED A FIRE ON PASSENGER'S SIDE OF VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980220
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES SUPPLIED BY GNB TECHNOLOGIES. THESE BATTERIES HAVE A DEFECTIVE NEGATIVE POST THAT CAN CAUSE ACID LEAKAGE AND RELATED CORR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE BATTERIES. UNTIL A NEW BATTERY IS OBTAINED, OWNERS SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO "JUMP START" THESE BATTERIES.
Campaign 97V184002 — check if this car was fixed
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
1997 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V184002 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V419001 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1997 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Nissan Quest is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 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.