2011 Nissan Quest: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Nissan Quest: 1 recall, 66 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Fuel system Vehicle recall #12V076000 · 2012 · 23,531 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or idling on a decline with â¼ tank fuel or less, there May be an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. As a result, the engine May stall.
Why it matters: Vehicle stalling could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 2, 2012.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel system (25): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (19), warning light on (6), won't start (4).
- Electrical (10): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), stalls / loses power (6), won't start (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Engine & cooling (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5).
The 2011 Nissan Quest has 66 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 25 Quest model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 85). Complaints peaked in 2012 (25 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 16,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (93 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2011 Nissan Quest. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Nissan Quest problems?
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (25), electrical (10), transmission & drivetrain (10).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Nissan Quest get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2011 Nissan Quest repair manual?
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