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2006 Nissan Quest problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2006 Nissan Quest sits mid-pack among Quest years: 108 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 92, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (16), transmission (15), and engine (12), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

108

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

8

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Quest years?

Quest NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 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, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Nissan Quest problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1615%
Transmission1514%
Engine1211%
Brakes109%
Body & Structure98%
Tires & Wheels98%
Airbags66%
Other66%
Visibility & Wipers44%
Fuel System44%
Latches & Locks44%
Steering44%
Speed Control33%
Suspension22%
Seat Belts22%
Seats11%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%

Does the 2006 Nissan Quest have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

05V474000SeatsOctober 13, 2005 · 109,437 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

WHEN THE OPERATOR ATTEMPTS SEAT ADJUSTMENT, A FINGER MAY BE PINCHED IN THE MOVING SEAT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM WHICH COULD CAUSE AN INJURY.

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 CARPETING, INSTALL TIE-DOWNS AND A FLANGE TO THE INBOARD SIDE SHIELD. ON VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM JUNE 29, 2004 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 26, 2005, DEALERS WILL RIVET A PLASTIC REINFORCEMENT TO THE BACKSIDE OF THE EXISTING SEAT BACK COVER CARPETING, INSTALL TIE-DOWNS AND A FLANGE ON THE INBOARD SIDE SHIELD. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WHILE VAN WAS PARKED, TURNED OFF, AND NO KEY IN IGNITION, THE LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING AND WIPERS STARTED GOING. STARTED TO SMOKE. A WITNESS CALLED FIRE DEPARTMENT AND IT WAS IN FLAMES BEFORE THEY GOT THERE. APPARENTLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT FIRE. WE WERE INSIDE A MALL WHEN THIS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 11, 2018 · fire

“THIS IS SAFETY CONCERN FOR ME AND MY FAMILY. MY NISSAN QUEST 2006 SE WHEN IT DOWN SHIFTS DOES NOT ACCELERATE. THIS PROBLEM IS A SERIOUS RISK FOR ME AND MY FAMILY WHEN WE ARE ON THE INTERSTATE AND THEN EXIT AND WAIT AT THE SIGNAL THE CAR DOES NOT MOVE AND JUST REVS UP WITH ALMOST ZERO ACCELERATION.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 17, 2014

“I WAS PULLING INTO A PARTKING LOT AND I STARTED TO SMELL SOMETHING. I THOUGHT IT WAS IN THE AIR BUT THEN I NOTICED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER MY FRONT HOOD. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, GOT OUT OF THE VAN AND SAW SMOKE THEN FIRE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I MOVED QUITE A DISTANCE AWAY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 16, 2015 · fire

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE REAR WHEEL KNUCKLE AND BOTH REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSORS, HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,900 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 26,500.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 1, 2007

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN QUEST. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL LUG NUTS AND THE LUG BOLT DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · December 21, 2014

2006 Nissan Quest — common questions

Is the 2006 Nissan Quest reliable?

It is close to typical for the Quest: 108 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2006 Quest problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (16 complaints), transmission (15 complaints), engine (12 complaints).

Does the 2006 Nissan Quest have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Nissan Quest. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.