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1995 Nissan Quest problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 205 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.2 times the median Quest year — the 1995 model ranks #3 of 25 Quest years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 4 deaths and 5 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (45), fuel system (35), and seat belts (18), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

205

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

3

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

5

Injuries

4

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Quest years?

Quest NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted651 complaints1991: 1 complaints1992: 4 complaints1993: 164 complaints1994: 195 complaints1995: 205 complaints1996: 174 complaints1997: 127 complaints1998: 56 complaints1999: 165 complaints2000: 120 complaints2001: 57 complaints2002: 38 complaints2004: 651 complaints2005: 124 complaints2006: 108 complaints2007: 311 complaints2008: 75 complaints2009: 29 complaints2011: 92 complaints2012: 139 complaints2013: 22 complaints2014: 22 complaints2015: 16 complaints2016: 16 complaints2017: 7 complaints
Quest NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Nissan Quest problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine4522%
Fuel System3517%
Seat Belts189%
Lighting147%
Brakes136%
Transmission126%
Electrical System105%
Body & Structure94%
Tires & Wheels84%
Airbags84%
Other73%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)63%
Visibility & Wipers63%
Steering52%
Suspension42%
Latches & Locks42%
Speed Control10%

Does the 1995 Nissan Quest have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

00V419001Fuel SystemDecember 15, 2000 · 268,229 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE FUEL TANK VENT HOSE ALLOWS AIR TO VENT FROM THE FUEL TANK DURING REFUELING. CRACKS HAVE DEVELOPED IN THE VENT HOSE. IF (1) THE FUEL TANK IS OVERFILLED, NOT ALLOWING EXCESS FUEL IN THE VENT HOSE TO FLOW BACK INTO THE TANK, (2) THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ONLY A SHORT DISTANCE AFTER REFUELING AND, (3) THERE IS SUBSEQUENTLY SIGNIFICANT HEATING OF THE FUEL TANK, THE FUEL IN THE TANK CAN EXPAND INTO THE VENT HOSE AND LEAK FUEL.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VENT HOSE.

96V253004LightingAugust 17, 1998 · 62,370 units

Defect

THE REAR LAMP SOCKET MAY NOT ILLUMINATE BECAUSE THE METAL CAN IN THE LAMP SOCKET MOVES OR SEPARATES FROM THE PLASTIC SOCKET HOUSING.

Consequence

THIS CAN RESULT IN MALFUNCTION OF THE STOP OR REAR RUNNING LAMPS. CENTER HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP FUNCTION IS UNAFFECTED. REAR LAMP MALFUNCTION CAN RESULT IN FOLLOWING DRIVERS NOT BEING ALERTED TO THE SUBJECT VEHICLE'S PRESENCE OR INTENDED ACTIONS, PARTICULARLY IN THE CASE IN WHICH BOTH LAMPS HAVE MALFUNCTIONED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED REAR LAMP SOCKET AND WIRING ASSEMBLIES.

96V089002SeatsJune 4, 1996 · 2,000 units

Defect

AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION CONDITION IN THE SEAT CABLE ROLLER PULLEY ASSEMBLY CAN ALLOW THE CABLE THAT CONNECTS THE SEAT ADJUST LEVER TO THE LATCH TO BE PINCHED IN THE ROLLER ASSEMBLY.

Consequence

CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT THE LATCH ON THE LEFT SIDE FROM FULLY ENGAGING THE SEAT RAIL. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENT OF FMVSS NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS."

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PULLER ASSEMBLY IN THE THIRD ROW SLIDING BENCH SEAT LATCH ASSEMBLY.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE ON INTERSTATE HWY THE ENGINE "SLUNG A ROD" THROUGH THE OIL PAN AT 65 MILES PER HOUR. THIS RESULTED IN A HAZARDOUS LOSS OF POWER AND A SMALL FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. NISSAN REFUSES TO HONOR EXTENDED WARRENTY OR RETURN CALLS OR RESPOND TO WRITTEN COMPLAINTS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 26, 1998 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. AFTER HAVING THE STARTER AND BATTERY REPLACED, THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WOULD ALSO TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT UNDER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 29, 2009

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 NISSAN QUEST. HE WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THE VEHICLE AND THERE WERE 5 SAFETY RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE. EACH OF THE SAFETY RECALLS WERE RELATED TO THE VEHICLE, AND HE NEVER RECEIVED ANY SAFETY RECALL NOTICE. THERE WAS NEVER A CHANGE OF ADDRESS SINCE PURCHASING THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · February 23, 2007

“CONSUMER RECALL 96V253004 CONCERNING REAR LAMP SOCKET FAILURE. CONSUMER HAS RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM THE MANUFACTURER TO REPAIR THE REAR LAMP SOCKET. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, WHO CLAIMED THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. ALSO, MANUFACTURER CONFIRMED THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · January 29, 2004

“BRAKE CALIPER LOCKS WHILE DRIVING BECAUSE THE SHAFT CYLINDER IS MADE OF PLASTIC WHICH OVERHEATS AND LAST FOR LESSER THAN 3 MONTHS DEPENDING ON DRIVING HABIT. THE BRAKE PADS LOCK IN PLACE SLOW THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE PADS ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT. TWICE THE BRAKE MATERIAL CAUGHT FIRE AND DEMOBLIZED THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 20, 2011 · fire

1995 Nissan Quest — common questions

Is the 1995 Nissan Quest reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 205 complaints put the 1995 model at #3 of 25 Quest years. It is one of the Quest years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Quest problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (45 complaints), fuel system (35 complaints), seat belts (18 complaints).

Does the 1995 Nissan Quest have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Nissan Quest. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Nissan Quest under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Nissan Quest years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Quest years to avoid are 2004, 2007, 1995, 1994, 1996, 1999, 1993, 2012. The cleanest record among Quest years belongs to 1991.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.