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ProblemsByVin File / 2006-NISSAN-QUEST NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2006 · Nissan

Nissan Quest problems

74 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

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.

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.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
13 reports · fails ~102,167 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
9 reports · fails ~132,777 mi · avg $850
severe
engine
8 reports · fails ~39,986 mi · avg $3,100
severe
brakes
6 reports · fails ~31,050 mi · avg $450
moderate
airbags
5 reports · fails ~108,852 mi · avg $1,100
severe
body
4 reports · fails ~76,000 mi · avg $1,500
severe
fuel system
4 reports · fails ~61,250 mi · avg $1,200
moderate
steering
4 reports · fails ~52,952 mi · avg $700
moderate
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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…
12/30/2014 · at 169,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10669138.0
2006 Quest · body Injury
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…
12/22/2006 · NHTSA ODI #10176856.0 · see body pattern →
2006 Quest · powertrain
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
12/12/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10934816.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2006 Quest · powertrain
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…
11/23/2009 · at 52,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10293288.0 · see powertrain pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 05V474000 October 13, 2005

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'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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Nissan/Quest. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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