MYRModel Year Report

2011 Nissan Quest

● Typical for this model
2011 Nissan Quest
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:31:38.020Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
66
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

38% 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 2005: 82 complaints 2006: 74 complaints 2007: 228 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2009: 22 complaints 2011: 66 complaints 2011 66 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 2005: 82 complaints 2006: 74 complaints 2006 2007: 228 complaints 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2011: 66 complaints 2011 66 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 2005: 82 complaints 2005 2006: 74 complaints 2006 2007: 228 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 22 complaints 2009 2011: 66 complaints 2011 66 2012: 93 complaints 2012 2013: 18 complaints 2013 2014: 18 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 13 complaints 2016 2017: 6 complaints 2017

2011: 66 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.

Fuel system, gasoline

38% · 25 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The fuel indication light came on while departing our neighborhood, while going down a hill to a stop sign the vehicle stalled and would not restart. Had to fill the tank via a gas can to make it to the station.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-16

First incident: vehicle's low fuel warning light came on and computer indicated 55 miles to empty. Approximately 8 miles later, while idling in a parking lot on a subtle downhill slope, the engine stalled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-18

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the fuel light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and the contact was able to restart the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-05

Power train

15% · 10 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started jerking and became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-30

When at a stop, or a very slow speed (Less than 2 or 3 MPH), and then attempting to accelerate, the car does not respond right away. There is a 2 or 3 second delay then the car jerks forward and accelerates.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-17

Electrical system

15% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing software.

Fuel/propulsion system

14% · 9 reports
Show complaint excerpts

My vehicle is experiencing the issue under Recall NHTSA ID 12V076000: fuel supply issue that could cause engine stalling.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-12

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 9 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2012-04-02Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline12V076000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Nissan Quest vehicles, manufactured from July 29, 2010, through February 21, 2012. Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or…

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 2, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2012-10-25Audit queryClosed 2014-12-12 Gwinnett Place Nissan / Quest Recall

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V076000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Nissan Quest reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Nissan Quest is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Quest?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 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.