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This 2008 Nissan Quest has 50 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel/Propulsion System.
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2008 Nissan Quest Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2008 Nissan Quest.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2008 Nissan Quest Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2008 Nissan Quest has 50 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Fuel/Propulsion System. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Quest
- Model year
- 2008
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 50
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Fuel/Propulsion System
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 24
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2008 Nissan Quest problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Brake System
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Fuel/Propulsion System, Brake System, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2008 Nissan Quest?
This NISSAN QUEST year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2008 Nissan Quest
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The NISSAN QUEST has 50 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. 3 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 50 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 3 federal recall campaigns
- 3 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2008 Nissan Quest complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan Quest. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 9 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan Quest. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I bought my van in March of this year (2026) and the fuel gauge will either show that the tank is almost empty (gas light on) or full. Sometimes it will show an accurate gas reading and other times it shows the gas tank is full. I am going to a dealership in the morning to see ab…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that the vehicle ran out of gasoline with the fuel gauge indicating that there was a quarter tank to a half tank of gasoline inside the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the contact was informed that the v…
See attached document from complainant
I was parking and barely moving with my foot in the brake when the vehicle suddenly reved up loudly. I had to depress the brake heavily to keep it from moving forward and put it in neutral. The vehicle continued to rev hard until I turned off the engine.
I backed out of driveway towards the south to head north on public way. Vehicle immediately started accelerating backwards (south) without assistance, quickly getting out of control. No amount of pressure on my part would make the brakes work and there was no control of the stee…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while having routine maintenance by an independent mechanic, she was informed that the frame was rotten and had several holes. Additionally, the control arms were loose and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact state…
THE FUEL GAUGE SHOWS AN INCORRECT READING. THE INDICATOR SHOWS THAT IT IS EMPTY EVEN WHEN I REFUEL IT WITH FULL TANK. THE CAR STOPS ON THE ROAD AS THE FUEL SHOWS AN INCORRECT READING WHICH POSES A DANGEROUS THREAT. I HAVE GOT THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED THREE TIMES. IT IS VERY FRUSTRA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT SECTION OF THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL FILLER TUBE WAS RUSTED AND CAUSED FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE REFUELING. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES WAS NOT DETERMINED. JP MOT…
WHEN I PRESS THE BRAKES THE CAR ACCELERATES. I HAVE HAD A DATA RECORDER ATTACHED WHEN THIS HAPPENED, BUT THE DEALER SAYS THAT IT DIDN'T RECORD ANYTHING.-- THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY---, WHILE IN SLOW TRAFFIC AS I PUMP THE BRAKES. SPECIFICALLY : THE RPM ACTUALLY INCREASED AS THE …
ON CITY STREETS, THE CAR ACCELERATES WHEN I PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE RPM INCREASES AND I AM CERTAIN THAT I WAS NOT PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL. UNIVERSAL ATTACHED A BLACK BOX TO THE CAR BUT HAS REFUSED TO SHARE THE DATA. THE LATEST SERVICE WAS DONE RECENTLY.
WHILE THE ENGINE WAS ON AND THE CAR IN DRIVE, BUT STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE ENGINE UNEXPECTEDLY REVVED UP TO ABOUT 6000 RPM. THE FIRST TIME WAS ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO, IN A PARKING LOT. I THOUGHT PERHAPS I HAD INADVERTENTLY PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON TH…
THE CAR ACCELERATES WHEN I PRESS ON THE BRAKE. I HAVE COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER ABOUT THIS IS OCTOBER 2018 AND TODAY APRIL 2019. THIS IS A PRE-ACCIDENT COMPLAINT. WHEN I DRIVE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC IT FEELS LIKE THE ABS BRAKE MOTOR IS TRYING TO MAKE THE CAR GO FASTER INSTEAD OF S…
TAKATA RECALL ON 11/ 23/20015 MY AIR BAG MODUEL WAS REPLACED DO TO A DEFECT SOMETHING LOOSE AND RATTLING IN THE STERRING WHELL AIRBAG MODULE CLIP/SPRING CAME OFF NEEDED REPLACEMENT I WAS TOLD MY WARRANANTY WAS EXPIRED BY ONE MONTH SO IT COST ME $821.79 TO HAVE IT REPLACED IF THI…
THE LIGHT ON MY DASHBOARD, INDICATING AIR BAG PROBLEM, IS ON. IS MY VAN UNDER RECALL?FOR AIR BAG PROBLEMS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 NISSAN QUEST. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND THE CONTACT HAD TO USE EXTRA STRENGTH TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT TH…
TAKATA RECALL MY VAN HAS LEFT US IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD MULTIPLE TIMES AT LEAST 4. WHEN EVER IT GETS TO A QUARTER TANK OF GAS WE GET WORRIED. IT SAYS WE STILL HAVE FUEL BUT IN FACT IS EMPTY. I SAW ONLINE THAT OUR VAN YEAR HAS A RECALL BUT THIS WEBSITE SHOWS THERE IS NOTHING FO…
THE VAN STARTED SMOKING AND BLEW UP 3 TIMES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 NISSAN QUEST. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN HOME AFTER THE FAILURE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE …
"TAKATA RECALL" THE LIGHT ON INDICATOR IS ON FOR THE AIRBAG.
I WAS DRIVING THROUGH THE HIGHWAY AND WEND I STOP ON THE LIGHT MY CAR STOP WORKING SO I'LL I CALL THE TOW TRUCK .AND I TEKE TO THE MECHANIC AND THE MECHANIC TALL ME THE TRANSMISSION IS GONE AND HE HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2008 Nissan Quest.
Safety recalls
2008 Nissan Quest recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2008 Nissan Quest. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
SEATS
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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Questions
2008 Nissan Quest buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2008 Nissan Quest reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 50 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. This NISSAN QUEST year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Quest?▾
#1: Fuel/Propulsion System (11 complaints). #2: Brake System (9 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (8 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Nissan Quest?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2008 Nissan Quest?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2008 Nissan Quest, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 50 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2008 Nissan Quest have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2008 Nissan Quest. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2008 Nissan Quest?▾
This NISSAN QUEST year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Fuel/Propulsion System during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Quest reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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