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ProblemsByVin File / 2011-NISSAN-QUEST
2011 · nissan

nissan Quest problems

0 safety recalls. 65 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

fuel system
18 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
engine
11 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
powertrain
10 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
8 reports · avg $850
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2011 Quest · fuel system
FIRST INCIDENT: VEHICLE'S LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND COMPUTER INDICATED 55 MILES TO EMPTY. APPROXIMATELY 8 MILES LATER, WHILE IDLING IN A PARKING LOT ON A SUBTLE DOWNHILL SLOPE, THE ENGINE STALLED. PUSHING START BUTTON CAUSED AN ATTEMPT TO CRANK, BUT ENGINE WOULDN'T…
12/18/2011 · NHTSA ODI #10440325.0
2011 Quest · engine
ENGINE WILL STALL AND SOMETIMES NOT RESTART WHEN DRIVING DOWN A STEEP GRADE WHEN FUEL TANK HAS 1/4 TANK LEFT. *TR
12/18/2011 · NHTSA ODI #10440348.0
2011 Quest · fuel system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE FUEL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SHOULDER AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND WAS…
12/05/2011 · NHTSA ODI #10438562.0
2011 Quest · engine
3.5 L MOTOR HAS UNUSUALLY HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION AND PINGING WAS NOTICED YEARS AGO WHEN VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT IN FOR RECALL AND NOTIFIED SERVICE ADVISERS BUT THEY PAID NO ATTENTION TO IT SAYING NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. THERE IS NO OIL PRESSURE GAUGE TO ALERT DRIVER OF LOW OIL…
11/19/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10794786.0

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Common questions

Is the 2011 Nissan Quest reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 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.

What's the most common problem on the 2011 Nissan Quest?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is fuel system, with 18 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The fuel system is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,200 at an independent shop. 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 2011 Nissan Quest?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 65 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,200, 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 aren't always better value.

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