Is the 2005 Nissan Quest a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2005 Nissan Quest ranks #5 of 12 among Quest model years (Complaint Index 64/100, verdict: Caution). It has 82 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

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

The most reported problem areas are engine (24 complaints), structure & body (17 complaints), and electrical system (16 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 50,800 miles.

Does the 2005 Nissan Quest have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Nissan Quest, most recently reported 2005, covering structure & body.

What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Nissan Quest?

EPA rates the 2005 Nissan Quest at 19 MPG combined (16.5 city / 23.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2005 Nissan Quest Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

64/100

#5 most-complained of 12 Quest years

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

The 2005 Nissan Quest has 82 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 64 out of 100 — #5 highest of 12 Quest model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is engine (24 complaints, 29% of the total). Complaints report 3 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries.

Complaints: 82
Recalls: 2
Crashes / fires: 3 / 2
Injuries / deaths: 5 / 0
NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 19; 16.5 city / 23.5 hwy

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

All Nissan Quest years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2005 Nissan Quest a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2005 Nissan Quest ranks #5 of 12 among Quest model years (Complaint Index 64/100, verdict: Caution). It has 82 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan Quest?: The most reported problem areas are engine (24 complaints), structure & body (17 complaints), and electrical system (16 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 50,800 miles.
Does the 2005 Nissan Quest have any recalls?: Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Nissan Quest, most recently reported 2005, covering structure & body.
What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Nissan Quest?: EPA rates the 2005 Nissan Quest at 19 MPG combined (16.5 city / 23.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.