2000 Nissan Quest Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 6%of 87 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Nissan Quest, 6% of the 87 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Quest. While driving 35 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the entire front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel shook uncontrollably. The contact also stated that the steering wheel seized and veered to the right. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis and the mechanic stated that the brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that the brakes and rotors were replaced on multiple occasions. …”
NHTSA complaint #10621875, filed 2014-08, 30,000 miles“Consumer states when pressing the gas pedal there is a major delay in acceleration. Consumer states car will suddenly lurch forward. Nlm consumer also states brake pedal squeaks, the steering wheel whines and the front drink cup holder would not work.”
NHTSA complaint #8006601, filed 2002-03“Was having vehicle serviced when problem with brake pads was noticed. Had no warning that pads were thin and would need to be replaced at 15,000 miles. Contacted representative, informed consumer vehicle was heavy in front which caused pads to wear out quickly.”
NHTSA complaint #889324, filed 2001-05“While driving uphill at 45 MPH consumer moved to left lane to pass a vehicle, vehicle was a bit slow passing, so consumer floored gas pedal, but nothing happened. Suddenly vehicle started accelerating, consumer tried to brake, but brake pedal did not move. Vehicle reached 60-65 MPH, consumer was able to pull into dirt road on side of road, used emergency brake and tuned off ignition. Dealer found throttle cable had snapped, was frayed on both sides. Nissan admitted cable was installed incorrectly at factory. Consumer states there was a kink in throttle cable from the factory.”
NHTSA complaint #886116, filed 2001-04Related service bulletins
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Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 8% |
| 2015 | 1 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 6% |
| 2013 | 1 | 6% |
| 2012 | 6 | 6% |
| 2011 | 3 | 5% |
| 2009 | 4 | 18% |
| 2008 | 9 | 18% |
| 2007 | 17 | 7% |
| 2006 | 9 | 12% |
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 43 | 10% |
| 2002 | 1 | 3% |
| 2001 | 5 | 12% |
| 2000 | 5 | 6% |
| 1999 | 26 | 22% |
| 1998 | 4 | 10% |
| 1997 | 7 | 8% |
| 1996 | 5 | 4% |
| 1995 | 12 | 7% |
| 1994 | 16 | 10% |
| 1993 | 13 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2000 Nissan Quest
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Nissan Quest
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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