How common are transmission problems in the 2012 Nissan Quest?

NHTSA lists 28 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Quest, accounting for 30% of the 93 total complaints filed for this model year.

At what mileage do 2012 Nissan Quest transmission problems typically occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 82,000 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Nissan Quest transmission?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Quest.

What do owners say happens when the 2012 Nissan Quest transmission fails?

Owners describe stalling at speed, delayed acceleration from a stop, CVT failure requiring replacement, and jerking or slipping on hills.

Did transmission complaints lead to crashes or injuries in the 2012 Nissan Quest?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Quest shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

2012 Nissan Quest Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 28 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Nissan Quest, 30% of all complaints filed for this model year. Owners commonly report CVT failure, stalling, and delayed acceleration, with a median failure mileage of 82,000. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 28; 30% of 93
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 82,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle hesitates or fails to accelerate for several seconds after coming to a complete stop, then lurches forward.
CVT transmission fails outright and requires replacement, sometimes after stalling at highway speed.
Vehicle stalls while driving at various speeds, with the transmission warning light illuminating before diagnosis of transmission failure.
Transmission slips or jerks when climbing hills after a stop, with owners describing grinding sensations during acceleration.
Sudden jerking or oscillating acceleration occurs after extended driving, particularly on uphill grades at certain engine RPMs.
CVT fluid pressure and solenoid fault codes appear alongside stalling while the vehicle is in traffic.

When 2012 Nissan Quest transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 11, 2012, latest Dec 8, 2024.

28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2012 to Dec 2024; peak Jan 2016 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Nissan Quest

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Quest model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201110 (15%)
201228 (30%)
20139 (50%)
20147 (39%)
20153 (25%)
20166 (46%)
20172 (33%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2012 Nissan Quest?: NHTSA lists 28 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Quest, accounting for 30% of the 93 total complaints filed for this model year.
At what mileage do 2012 Nissan Quest transmission problems typically occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 82,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Nissan Quest transmission?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Quest.
What do owners say happens when the 2012 Nissan Quest transmission fails?: Owners describe stalling at speed, delayed acceleration from a stop, CVT failure requiring replacement, and jerking or slipping on hills.
Did transmission complaints lead to crashes or injuries in the 2012 Nissan Quest?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2012 Quest shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.