2012 Nissan Quest: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Nissan Quest: 1 recall, 93 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.
Fuel system, Electrical 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. 2 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (28): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (10), stalls / loses power (8), warning light on (7).
- Electrical (18): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (11), electrical failure (8).
- Fuel & propulsion (16): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), electrical failure (4).
- Engine (13): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), noise or vibration (2), warning light on (2).
The 2012 Nissan Quest has 93 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 25 Quest model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 85). Complaints peaked in 2021 (13 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 70,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (66 complaints, 1 recalls), 2013 (18 complaints, 0 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 2012 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 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 2012 Nissan Quest problems?
Owners have filed 93 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (28), electrical (18), fuel & propulsion (16).
What gas mileage does the 2012 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 2012 Nissan Quest repair manual?
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