1996 Nissan Quest Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 7%of 134 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 152,799miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the steering of the 1996 Nissan Quest, 7% of the 134 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 152,799 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While sitting in vehicle with engine off and key in ignition, anti-theft system sounded for no apparent reason. Efforts were made to shut it off to no avail. As a result my engine completely shut down and I was unable to restart my vehicle. A mechanic had to be called for assistance.”
NHTSA complaint #717304, filed 2000-01“The contact owns a 1996 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started to shake without warning. The contact was able to continue driving the vehicle. The failure occurred approximately every four months. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who indicated the vehicle had a design flaw and the motor mounts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired three times for the same failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 152,799.”
NHTSA complaint #10568736, filed 2014-03, 152,799 miles“Airbag light flashing/system inoperable. Warranty expired 5 months ago.dealer will inspect for $75.///doors lock/unlock by themselves. Dealer replaced locks at cost of $393.///sliding door doesn't close properly and sometimes will not open. Suspect lock failure.///power steering fails intermittently at speeds of less than 10mph.”
NHTSA complaint #745414, filed 2001-05“While trying to turn the steering wheel the steering locks up. Also the sensors on the engine and air bag are disabled. The alarms on both do not stay on.”
NHTSA complaint #803792, filed 1996-10Related service bulletins
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 6% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 14% |
| 2008 | 4 | 8% |
| 2007 | 8 | 4% |
| 2006 | 4 | 5% |
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 8 | 2% |
| 2002 | 2 | 7% |
| 2000 | 4 | 5% |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% |
| 1998 | 1 | 2% |
| 1997 | 4 | 4% |
| 1996 | 9 | 7% |
| 1995 | 5 | 3% |
| 1994 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1996 Nissan Quest
26 complaintsFuel system
21 complaintsAir bags
18 complaintsBody and structure
16 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsEquipment
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Nissan Quest
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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