2017 Nissan Quest Problems

Good Record

Used NISSAN QUEST shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 6 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2017 Nissan Quest has 6 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.

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6
Complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls

2017 Nissan Quest Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA official fuel economy rating for the 2017 Nissan Quest.

20
MPG City
27
MPG Hwy
22
MPG Combined
396
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $3,000 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.

2017 Nissan Quest Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated
Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Nissan Quest has 6 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2017 Nissan Quest — key reliability facts
Make
Nissan
Model
Quest
Model year
2017
NHTSA owner complaints
6
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Transmission / Drivetrain
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
22
EPA MPG city / highway
20 / 27
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2017 Nissan Quest problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
2
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#2
1
complaints

Structural Problems

#3
1
complaints

Airbag Malfunctions

Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Structural Problems, Airbag Malfunctions. 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 2017 Nissan Quest?

This NISSAN QUEST year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle.

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 2017 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 6 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.

Key Findings
  • 6 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 0 federal recall campaigns
  • No crash-related complaints on record
Top Concerns
  • Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
  • Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Verify service records for frequently complained components
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect Complaint volume is influenced by sales volume — popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

Full breakdown

All 2017 Nissan Quest complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Nissan Quest. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Transmission / Drivetrain2
Structural Problems1
Airbag Malfunctions1
Visibility1
Seat Belt Issues1
Electrical Faults11

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 2017 Nissan Quest. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 6 most recent complaints

Structural ProblemsDec 22, 2025

Terrible paint peeling on the hood and rear. No accidents or anything that would cause peeling paint. Color is white.

Transmission / DrivetrainMar 9, 2024

Driving our van out of town, we started having problems with the transmission 2 hours into our drive. We have never had problems out of the transmission. When we accelerate from a stop it would give a shutter and sometimes a pop. It was very dangerous turning into the traffic as …

Airbag MalfunctionsJan 3, 2024

Air bag light went off beginning of Nov 2023. Took to the dealership, they diagnosed the air bag module and harness as bad. Paid $2k to replace that, took 2 days for part to arrive. Fast forward, mid December 2023, air bag light on again. Take back to dealership and now the pa…

Transmission / DrivetrainMar 17, 2023

I was driving on the roadway when I felt a jolt and my 2017 Nissan Quest suddenly would not accelerate. I was almost rear-ended and had to come to a stop in a moving lane of traffic. I had no warning lights or previous symptoms, and my Quest has about 80,000 miles. I had my vehic…

VisibilityDec 6, 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that all the windows inadvertently failed to operate as needed. The contact also stated that she attempted to operate the HVAC system and noticed an abnormal odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the ai…

Electrical Faults FireDec 17, 2021

Car had internal fire with the push start system. Brake switch caught fire when the car was started melted electrical underneath

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Nissan Quest.

Safety recalls

2017 Nissan Quest recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Nissan Quest. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

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Questions

2017 Nissan Quest buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2017 Nissan Quest reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 6 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This NISSAN QUEST year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. 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 2017 Nissan Quest?

#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (1 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Nissan Quest?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2017 Nissan Quest?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Nissan Quest, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 6 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2017 Nissan Quest have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2017 Nissan Quest in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2017 Nissan Quest?

This NISSAN QUEST year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain 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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