MYRModel Year Report

2001 Nissan Quest

▲ Better than typical
2001 Nissan Quest
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:15.669Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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
42
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Structure

17% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 119 complaints 1994: 167 complaints 1994 1995: 167 complaints 1996: 134 complaints 1997: 89 complaints 1997 1998: 41 complaints 1999: 118 complaints 2000: 87 complaints 2001: 42 complaints 2001 42 2002: 29 complaints 2004: 445 complaints 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 1993 1994: 167 complaints 1995: 167 complaints 1995 1996: 134 complaints 1997: 89 complaints 1997 1998: 41 complaints 1999: 118 complaints 1999 2000: 87 complaints 2001: 42 complaints 2001 42 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 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 42 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

2001: 42 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.

Structure

17% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing body and hinge and attachments.

CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Nissan Quest gl. The contact stated that while attempting to open the front passenger side door from the interior, the front passenger interior door handle caused lacerations to the contact's fingers.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-18

Involved in a low impact auto accident (Probably less than 40 MPH because air bags weren't even deployed, no injuries whatsoever sustained by myself and other driver, miniscule damage to other vehicle) in 11/01.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-22

The main engine support frame member to which the bottom-forward motor mount is attached rusted completely free where it attaches at the area under the radiator. This caused the entire engine to drop. The vehicle is no longer drivable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-22

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Visibility

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing power window devices and controls and glass, side/rear.

Service brakes

12% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Tires

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH

Air bags

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle was involved in a collision, consumer attempted to apply the brake when the ABS locked up which caused the vehicle to skid out of control, also the airbags failed to deploy.*ak there was 1 injury.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-06

My son was driving the vehicle and ran into the back of a boat trailer. Speed at impact was approximately 30MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-02

Also filed under Electrical system

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2000-11-27Seat belts00V338002 Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies may require replacement.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V338002 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Nissan Quest is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Nissan Quest have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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