Complaints
127
Crashes
10
Fires
7
Injuries
6
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0
Worst 1997 Nissan Quest Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#114 complaints
Structure:Body:Door
Crash-related:1
#28 complaints
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
Avg mileage:54,250 mi
#35 complaints
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1997 Nissan Quest.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure:Body:Door | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 8 | — | — | 54,250 mi | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 5 | — | 1 | 118,874 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — |
Structure:Body:Door
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
54,250
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
118,874
Air Bags:Frontal
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1997 Nissan Quest — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1997 Nissan Quest reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1997 Nissan Quest has 127 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structure:Body:Door with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1997 Nissan Quest?
Top reported problems: Structure:Body:Door (14 complaints); Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch (8 complaints, avg 54,250 mi); Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1997 Nissan Quest?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 79,105 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1997 Nissan Quest?
NHTSA complaints for the 1997 Nissan Quest include 10 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1997 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1997 Nissan Quest as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1997 Nissan Quest?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Quest reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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