Nissan Quest — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Nissan Quest specifications on file for 7 model years, 2011–2017, covering van/minivan trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 3.5L 6-cyl. Combined fuel economy runs from 25 to 26 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20173.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26246—06
20163.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26247—013
20153.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline26249—012
20143.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25262—018
20133.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25262—018
20123.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25263—193
20113.5L 6-cylRegular Gasoline25263—166

Best and Worst Nissan Quest Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 7 Nissan Quest model years from 2011 to 2017 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 18 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2017 — 6 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2015 — 12 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2016 — 13 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2012 — 93 complaints, 1 recall campaign
  • 2011 — 66 complaints, 1 recall campaign
  • 2014 — 18 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Nissan Quest covered on this site?

We have data for 7 model years of the Nissan Quest, from 2011 to 2017.

What engines does the Nissan Quest come with?

EPA data lists: 3.5L 6-cyl (2011–2017).

Which Nissan Quest year has the best fuel economy?

The 2017 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 26 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Nissan Quest have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which Nissan Quest model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2011 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (1), and the 2012 has the most owner complaints (93). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2013–2017. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Nissan Quest?

The Nissan Quest is classed as a van/minivan on this site.

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