MYRModel Year Report

2004 Nissan Quest

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2004 Nissan Quest
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
445
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

18% 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 2000 2001: 42 complaints 2002: 29 complaints 2004: 445 complaints 2004 445 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 2002: 29 complaints 2004: 445 complaints 2004 445 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 2002: 29 complaints 2002 2004: 445 complaints 2004 445 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

2004: 445 complaints

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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.

Electrical system

18% · 79 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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On November 27, 2013, while parked outside of my home, my 2004 Nissan Quest burst into flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-04

Also filed under Engine

Power train

16% · 72 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

FIRE

Structure

16% · 72 reports

Most commonly citing door and body.

FIREINJURYDEATH
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I got out of the car, turned it off and went on the house minutes later the car was on fire. The flames were big and they were in the front passenger side of the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-25

While applying the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate. Within seconds of parking the vehicle a fire occurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-17

Latches/locks/linkages

14% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing latch and lock.

INJURY

Engine and engine cooling

11% · 48 reports

Most commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.

FIRE

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2004Complaint volume 445 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. I
    2004-03-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-06-02 Power-sliding door opening
  3. R
    2004-06-23Latches/locks/linkages04V186000 On certain minivans equipped with a power sliding door(S), at an ambient temperature below approximately 40 degrees fahrenheit, the actuator for the power sliding door(S) may experience binding due…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the actuator for the power sliding door(S). Owner notification began on June 23, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2004-06-23Air bags04V103000 Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the advanced air bag requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant crash protection." The air bag for the front passenger…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat cushion/sensor assembly. If the seat cushion/sensor is found to be operating improperly, the seat will be removed and recalibrated. Owner notification…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    2005-04-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-08-19 Finger pinch point
  6. I
    2005-08-19Engineering analysisClosed 2005-10-20 Finger pinch point
  7. R
    2005-12-19Seats05V474000 On certain mini vans, there is a seat adjustment mechanism that contains exposed moving components located at the rear inside edge of the second row seat.

    Remedy: On earlier model vehicles built through June 28, 2004, dealers will replace the inboard second row seat adjustment handle, rivet a plastic reinforcement to backside of the existing seat back cover…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  8. R
    2005-12-19Seats05V480000 On certain mini vans equipped with a folding third row rear seat, when the third row seat is raised from its stowed position, it engages striker brackets, one on each side of the seat cushion. The…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the third row seat striker brackets free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2005. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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  9. I
    2008-01-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-05-30 Side air bag non-deployment

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 79 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 72 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 72 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V186000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 04V103000 · Air bags
  • Recall 05V474000 · Seats
  • Recall 05V480000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Nissan Quest is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Nissan Quest have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.