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2015 Nissan Quest Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

33/100

#5 most-complained of 7 Quest years

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

The 2015 Nissan Quest has a Complaint Index of 33, ranking 5th worst out of 7 model years with data, earning a 'Good' verdict compared to other Quest years. It has 12 complaints, 0 recalls, and no reported crashes or fires.

Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
22
20 city / 27 hwy

Top 2015 Nissan Quest problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System3 (25%)
  2. Other3 (25%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain3 (25%)
  4. Engine2 (17%)
  5. Airbags1 (8%)
  6. Brakes1 (8%)
  7. Fuel System1 (8%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)

What owners report

  • Front passenger door actuator fails, preventing the door from locking or unlocking.
  • Dashboard warning lights flash on and off when using the turn signal, even while parked, reported at 118,000 miles.
  • Engine overheats and jerks while driving, sometimes with smoke and illuminated check engine light.
  • Transmission shudders during acceleration once the vehicle is warmed up, reported at 65,000 miles.
  • Vehicle rolls forward unexpectedly in drive gear even with the brake pedal depressed, reported at 13,638 miles.
  • Jerking occurs when accelerating from a complete stop, reported at 34,878 miles.
2015 Nissan Quest complaints: complaints filed per month2Mar 2016Apr 2018Jul 2019Oct 2019Oct 2022Aug 2023
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Oct 2025; peak Mar 2018 (2).

2015 Nissan Quest recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2015 Nissan Quest fuel economy and fuel cost

City
20 MPG
Highway
27 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,950
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.

2015 compared with other Quest years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002011201220132014201520162017
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2013Caution5018021
2014Caution6718021
2015Good3312022
2016Best1713022
2017Best06022

All Nissan Quest years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Nissan Quest reliable?
Compared to other Quest model years, the 2015 has a 'Good' verdict, with a Complaint Index of 33 and only 12 complaints logged with NHTSA. It ranks 5th worst out of 7 years with data, meaning most other years scored worse.
Does the 2015 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2015 Nissan Quest, including 0 do-not-drive recalls.
What is the top problem area for the 2015 Nissan Quest?
The top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 25% of complaints (3 of 12), with a median mileage at failure of 118,000 miles.
What year Nissan Quest should I avoid instead of 2015?
NHTSA data shows the 2011 and 2012 Quest are rated 'Avoid,' with Complaint Indexes of 83 and 100 and complaint counts of 66 and 93, far higher than the 2015's index of 33.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Nissan Quest?
EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Quest at 22 mpg combined (20 city / 27 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,950.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.