Is the 2005 Nissan Quest reliable?

NHTSA data shows 82 complaints for the 2005 Quest and a complaint index of 64, giving it a Caution verdict. It ranks 5th worst among the 12 Quest model years with data.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan Quest?

Engine complaints account for 29% of reports, followed by structure and body issues at 21% and electrical system issues at 20%, including two reported fires.

Does the 2005 Nissan Quest have any recalls?

NHTSA lists two recalls for the 2005 Quest, both related to structure and body: one for third-row seat striker brackets and one for a second-row seat adjustment mechanism with exposed moving parts.

At what mileage do 2005 Quest engine problems usually appear?

NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 82,520 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2005 Quest.

Is the 2005 Quest better or worse than other Quest years?

The 2005 Quest, with a complaint index of 64, is worse than years like 2013, 2016, and 2017, which earned Best verdicts with indexes of 18, 9, and 0, but better than 2007 and 2012, which are rated Avoid.

2005 Nissan Quest Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Caution The 2005 Nissan Quest has 82 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 64, ranking 5th worst out of 12 model years, with a Caution verdict. Engine problems are the top issue, reported at a median of 82,520 miles.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 64/100; #5 of 12 Quest years
Verdict: Caution; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 82; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 2; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 3; reported in complaints
Fires: 2
Injuries: 5
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2013; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 19; 16.5 city / 23.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 5 / 0

2005 Nissan Quest recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 05V480000Oct 17, 2005Structure & Body33,042 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly
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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA 05V474000Oct 13, 2005Structure & Body109,437 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly
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.
Remedy: 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 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 16.5 MPG
Highway: 23.5 MPG
Combined: 19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,400; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2005 compared with other Quest years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2005	Caution	64	82	2	19
2006	Caution	55	74	1	19
2007	Avoid	100	228	1	19

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2005 Nissan Quest reliable?: NHTSA data shows 82 complaints for the 2005 Quest and a complaint index of 64, giving it a Caution verdict. It ranks 5th worst among the 12 Quest model years with data.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan Quest?: Engine complaints account for 29% of reports, followed by structure and body issues at 21% and electrical system issues at 20%, including two reported fires.
Does the 2005 Nissan Quest have any recalls?: NHTSA lists two recalls for the 2005 Quest, both related to structure and body: one for third-row seat striker brackets and one for a second-row seat adjustment mechanism with exposed moving parts.
At what mileage do 2005 Quest engine problems usually appear?: NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 82,520 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2005 Quest.
Is the 2005 Quest better or worse than other Quest years?: The 2005 Quest, with a complaint index of 64, is worse than years like 2013, 2016, and 2017, which earned Best verdicts with indexes of 18, 9, and 0, but better than 2007 and 2012, which are rated Avoid.