2005 Nissan Quest recalls and problems

The 2005 Nissan Quest has 2 safety recalls and 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
82
Crashes / fires
3 / 2
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Nissan Quest vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Nissan Quest recalls

Recall 05V-480: Seats

Reported Oct 17, 2005 · 33,042 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain mini vans equipped with a folding third row rear seat, when the third row seat is raised from its stowed position, it engages striker brackets, one on each side of the seat cushion. The fold-away striker loop is welded to a mounting bracket. The striker may become detached from its mounting bracket due to a broken weld at the point of attachment to the bracket.

Risk: If the third row seat striker weld fails, the striker could separate from the mounting bracket. Striker separation could affect the risk of injury in certain types of crashes.

Fix: Dealers will replace the third row seat striker brackets free of charge. The recall began on december 19, 2005. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recall 05V-474: Seats

Reported Oct 13, 2005 · 109,437 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

2005 Nissan Quest problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System15
Engine15
Power Train14
Structure11
Tires7
Visibility6
Seats6
Unknown or Other6
Air Bags5
Vehicle Speed Control5
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Equipment4

Most reported parts

  • Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 5
  • Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 3
  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 3
  • Structure › Body › Door — 3
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 3
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 2
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Nissan Quest complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Apr 10, 2023
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact drove over a pothole and the air bags were inadvertently deployed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Engine · at 286,000 miles · reported Aug 21, 2020
Timing chain issues . Had it repaired a second time and it seems it's still has problems. Last repair was due to broken guide and and broken tensioners. Am worried it will happen again.
Electrical System · at 67,000 miles · reported Apr 3, 2019
Sitting in a drive through break on in drive car revs up to about 70mphs. I put in park as its movong forward to nearly miss a car infront of me and I turn the car off. Now break compress to the floor.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 107,000 miles · reported Nov 21, 2018
Fuel guage doesn't show amount of gas in tank. I put gas often as possible even though at times it doesn't needs much. The odometer function on and one doesn't know what mileage on vehicle. . Engine light comes on even when all check shows vehicle service is ok caused from computer malfunctions.
Engine · reported Aug 6, 2018
I was driving to the doctor when my van lost all power in a line of traffic all mode got hit by a truck in the rear end. Do not what happened just know it is down .car has no power will not pull out or driveway

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Nissan Quest have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Nissan Quest: 05V-480 (seats), 05V-474 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Nissan Quest?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (15 reports), followed by engine (15). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,800 miles.

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.