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This 2011 Nissan Quest has 65 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel System.
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2011 Nissan Quest Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2011 Nissan Quest.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2011 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.
NISSAN QUEST 2011 has 65 NHTSA complaints, with fuel system issues (25) and engine problems (15) most common. One recall was issued. Buyers should inspect fuel and engine components before purchase. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Quest
- Model year
- 2011
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 65
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Fuel System
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 24
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2011 Nissan Quest problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Fuel System
Gasoline
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine Problems. 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 2011 Nissan Quest?
The 2011 Nissan Quest is a risky choice due to frequent fuel system complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and prioritize a thorough inspection.
Fuel system problems can lead to costly repairs and potential safety hazards. Understanding these patterns helps avoid unexpected expenses.
May Suit
This year may suit budget-conscious buyers willing to invest in pre-purchase inspection and potential repairs.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a reliable family minivan with minimal maintenance should avoid this year.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2011 Nissan Quest
Inspection Focus
- Inspect fuel system components for leaks or damage.
- Check engine for unusual noises or performance issues.
- Test transmission for smooth shifting and signs of slipping.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect fuel system for leaks or corrosion.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect 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
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2011 Nissan Quest shows a high number of fuel system complaints (25), along with engine (15) and transmission (10) issues. The single recall and low crash-related complaints (2) suggest limited safety data. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, 2011 has elevated fuel system complaints, but data for other years is not provided.
Recall context: The single recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase.
- Fuel system complaints total 25, the highest among all components.
- Engine problems account for 15 complaints.
- Transmission/drivetrain issues have 10 complaints.
- Fuel System (25 complaints)
- Engine Problems (15 complaints)
- Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2011 Nissan Quest complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan Quest. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 25 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 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 2011 Nissan Quest. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
My vehicle is experiencing the issue under Recall NHTSA ID 12V076000: fuel supply issue that could cause engine stalling. Specifically, due to a programming error, the fuel pump might not supply enough fuel to the engine when driving at slow speeds or idling downhill with a ¼ t…
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started jerking and became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle had been diagnosed by an independent me…
Van became sluggish when coming to the busy intersection. When I tried to accelerate when light changed, engine light came on and van would not go over 5mph. I was almost hit. Codes were run by a mechanic. Four internal transmission codes are present. Was told that the Quest has …
If I push the brakes to make the car stop, then try to have it accelerate again, like at a stop sign or anything, the gas pedal feels like it’s not doing anything, and the car doesn’t start for like 5 seconds, then when it does it goes about 5 mph for like 500 feet, then it goes …
On April 19, 2022, I was driving home after picking up my son. The traffic was bumper to bumper. And as I sat in traffic, when I moved my foot from the brake to the accelerator, the vehicle would not move. So while sitting in traffic, and the traffic began to move, I could not mo…
The electrical system failed that connected the radio, navigation system and back up camera around four to five months after receiving bill of sale. When parked or stopped the vehicle stalls by dimming of lights and making a kind of stalling sound. The windows sometimes tend to s…
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle stalled without warning. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact…
I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH MY DAUGHTER AND MY TWO GRANDKIDS. WHEN I NOTICED THAT THE CAR STARTED TO STOP AND THEN GOT OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CAME TO A STOPLIGHT THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. EVERYTHING COMPLETELY WENT OFF THE CAR WOULD NOT START, THE ELECTRICAL SYS…
WHEN THE VAN HAS 1/4 OR LESS OF GAS AND IS ON AN SLIGHT INCLINE. THE VAN WILL NOT START ONLY WILL START AGAIN WHEN YOU PUT IN 5 GALLONS OF GAS. I HAVE DROVE THIS VAN LIKE THIS FOR ALMOST A YEAR MAKING SURE IT IS HALF TO FULL TANK OF GAS. NOW I AM HAVING PROBLEMS EVEN WITH THE TAN…
TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED SHE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHIC…
WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY VAN WILL START JERKING LIKE IT'S NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL. I HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND THE MECHANIC COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. WE DRIVE AROUND AND IT WOULDN'T ACT UP. SINCE THEN, I'VE NOTICED IT DOES WHEN WHEN USING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS.
ACCELERATION FROM A FULL STOP IS UNRELIABLE. THE ISSUE IS MOST PROMINENT WHEN GOING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE AND WILL CONTINUE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO LEVEL OFF, WHEN ACCELERATION RESUMES TO NORMAL RESPONSE. EVEN ON LEVEL ROAD SURFACES, THE ACCELERATION IS INCONSISTENT ONCE ACCEL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT USED THE KEYFOB TO DEACTIVATE THE HORN HOWEVER, AFTER APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY TERMINALS TO DISABLE THE HORN…
BOTH TRACKS THAT THE SLIDING DOORS SLIDE ON HAVE BROKEN AND THE DOORS WILL FALL OFF IF THE DOORS ARE OPENED.
VEHICLE ACCELERATION DROPS OFF WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP FOR THE PAST COUPLE MONTHS. VEHICLE ACCELERATES NORMALLY AFTER A COUPLE SECONDS OF UNRESPONSIVE ACCELERATION. DEALERSHIP ADVISED ON SERVICE VISITS, THEY CLAIM THEY CAN NOT DUPLICATE THE ISSUE, BUT I CAN WHILE LEAVING TH…
THIS VEHICLE HAS HARD TAKE OFF FROM 0 TO 10 MPH. ACCELERATION NOT SMOOTH AT ALL.
THE VEHICLE WAS STALLING MULTIPLE TIMES ON THE FREEWAY ON MY WAY TO WORK THIS MORNING (9/25/19) AND THERE IS A SUDDEN THUMP ON THE ENGINE AS IT WAS TRYING TO ACCELERATE AND WOULD STALL AGAIN AFTER A FEW YARDS. SO I DECIDED TO PULLOVER SAFELY AND STARTED THE VEHICLE AGAIN UNTIL I…
MY 2011 NISSAN QUEST, WHILE DRIVING MY VAN THE GAS PEDDLE DOESN'T SEEM TO RESPOND AT TIMES. I WAS ALMOST HIT ON THE HIGHWAY DRIVING ST 65 ON A 70 MPH, STEPPING ON THE GAS THE PEDDLE WOULD NOT RESPOND AND THE SPEED STARTED TO DECLINE. WHILE DRIVING TRYING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN STE…
WE HAVE HAD TO REPLACE OUR BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES SINCE PURCHASING OUR VEHICLE. IN 2018 ALONE WE PURCHASED 3 BATTERIES THEN THE FINAL STRAW IS THAT THERE IS AN "H" SLIT IN THE DASH YET THE CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN ANY ACCIDENTS. WHICH DURING OUR FINANCING TIME PERIOD WAS NEVER A CONC…
THE PRESSURE SENSOR IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HAS FAILED. THE SEAT BELT WARNING IS ALWAYS ILLUMINATED WHEN NO PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT AND THE AIRBAG DISABLE LIGHT NEVER TURNS OFF EVEN WITH A FULL-SIZE ADULT. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE IN NISSANS, INCLUDING A RECALL ON 2…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Nissan Quest.
Safety recalls
2011 Nissan Quest recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Nissan Quest. The single recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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Questions
2011 Nissan Quest buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2011 Nissan Quest reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 65 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2011 Nissan Quest is a risky choice due to frequent fuel system complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and prioritize a thorough 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 2011 Nissan Quest?▾
#1: Fuel System (25 complaints). #2: Gasoline (25 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (15 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Nissan Quest?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Nissan Quest?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2011 Nissan Quest, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 65 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Nissan Quest have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2011 Nissan Quest. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. The single recall indicates a known issue that should be verified as repaired before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2011 Nissan Quest?▾
The 2011 Nissan Quest is a risky choice due to frequent fuel system complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and prioritize a thorough inspection. Fuel system problems can lead to costly repairs and potential safety hazards. Understanding these patterns helps avoid unexpected expenses. Pay extra attention to Fuel 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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