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2006 Nissan Quest problems
The 2006 Nissan Quest has 74 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2006 Nissan Quest has 74 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 13 complaints, typically surfacing around 102,167 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2006 Quest?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Nissan Quest? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
powertrain — 13 owner reports
· tends to show around 102,167 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
electrical — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 132,777 mi · ~$850 to fix
engine — 8 owner reports
· tends to show around 39,986 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
brakes — 6 owner reports
· tends to show around 31,050 mi · ~$450 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 132,777 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Quest· suspension
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…
The automatic side doors close with an excessive amount of force and an inadequate safety mechanism. As a grown adult they can push me over before the actually reverse directions. Today, my 18 month old son got his thumb caught in the door and it did not release. He thumb was…
Rattling noise coming from engine at start up. Goes away after a few seconds. The cause is faulty timing chain shoes and tensioner. Transmission jerking while driving. *tr
The failure occurs while driving at either local traffic speeds or highway speeds. It is an intermittent problem. The failure is that, while braking, the vehicle accelerates on its own, as if the accelerator has been depressed for passing, causing the transmission to drop to…
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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
When the operator attempts seat adjustment, a finger may be pinched in the moving seat adjustment mechanism which could cause an injury.
Fix: 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.
Common questions
Is the 2006 Nissan Quest reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Nissan Quest is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2006 Nissan Quest?
On the NHTSA data, the 2006 Nissan Quest does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Nissan Quest?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 13 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 102,167 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Nissan Quest a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 74 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 102,167 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Nissan Quest?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 13 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 102,167 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 102,167 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Quest has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Nissan Quest?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 74 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Nissan/Quest.
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