2011 Nissan Quest Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Nissan Quest.

20092012
Complaints
91
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2011 Nissan Quest Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#125 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:15,787 mi
#210 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:105,161 mi
#39 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:87,850 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Nissan Quest.

Gasoline Fuel System
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,787
Transmission / Drivetrain
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
105,161
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
87,850
Engine & Cooling
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,428
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,500
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,000
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan Quest. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2011 Nissan Quest

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~23,531 vehicles.

12V076000Electrical System:software · Gasoline Fuel System
~23,531 affected

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 IDLING ON A DECLINE WITH ¼ TANK FUEL OR LESS, THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY STALL.

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2011 Nissan Quest — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2011 Nissan Quest reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2011 Nissan Quest has 91 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Gasoline Fuel System with 25 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Nissan Quest?
Top reported problems: Gasoline Fuel System (25 complaints, avg 15,787 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints, avg 105,161 mi); Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 87,850 mi). 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 2011 Nissan Quest?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 50,092 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Nissan Quest?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Nissan Quest include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 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 2011 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 23,531 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2011 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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