1999 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.
33% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 39 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
INJURY24% of complaints: service brakes — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH FIRE10% of complaints: visibility — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and rearview mirrors/devices.
8% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and fuses and circuit breakers.
FIRE7% of complaints: tires — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH E-Z ENTRY SEATS. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN CHAIR THAT HAS INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LAT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT TRACK FOR THE SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN'S CHAIR, WHICH INCLUDES THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LATCH MECHANISM.
Campaign 99V056002 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP (TWO STRAPS PER VEHICLE) CAN BREAK AT THE SPOT WELDS CAUSING AN UNDERBODY RATTLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAPS.
Campaign 99V205002 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. THE TAIL LIGHT SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED, RESULTING IN THE LOCKING TAB HAVING INSUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETAIN THE BULB.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LAMP SOCKETS.
Campaign 99V347002 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. ONE OR MORE OF THE FIVE BOLTS THAT MOUNT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR TO THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND, IF THE BOLTS ARE MISSING, WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS. ALL BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Campaign 00V292002 — check if this car was fixed
FAILING HEADLIGHTS
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V056002 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V205002 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V347002 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V292002 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1999 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Nissan Quest is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Nissan Quest have?
4 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.