2014 Nissan Quest
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 18 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
7 of 18 total reports mention: power train.
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Failure of CVT transmission at only 73,000 miles. Nissan replacement transmission comes will only a 12 month warranty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-18
Electrical system
5 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.
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My car key was not starting the car last few weeks and I replaced the battery of the key. That seemed to fix the issue, but on that day the "No key" Message showed again. After a few tries I was able to start the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-17
The following has happened 5 times. Everything on the vehicle powers off, without warning ~ steering, light,s brakes, etc. The vehicle slowly stops and nothing can be done.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-15
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Structure
2 of 18 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
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Tailgate opens by itself and activates the alarm (Vehicle was stationary), also tailgate opens while vehicle is running starting 5MPH. Brand new battery on the vehicle and no electrical fuses bad where found.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-01
Electronic side doors do not adequately stop and retreat when a person is present in the opening. Doors continue to exert enough force to move a full grown man one to two steps sideways. Would likely cause significant injury to a young child.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-30
Vehicle speed control
1 of 18 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that while at a red light, once the light turned green, the contact had to depress the accelerator pedal several times, and 5 seconds afterward,s the vehicle accelerated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-06
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Suspension
1 of 18 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing lower arm.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2014 Nissan Quest — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2014 Nissan Quest reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Quest?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Quest have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.