2002 Nissan Quest Problems
- Complaints
- 29filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 34,000miles, 23 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 3.3L 6-cyl FWD · 15 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Nissan Quest (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 2002 Nissan Quest. The part named most often is tires, with 5 complaints (17% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and equipment (4). 23 of the complaints include a mileage, and 65% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 34,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 36 technical service bulletins for this model year. Tires complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 7 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Tires5 17%
- Electrical system4 14%
- Equipment4 14%
- Body and structure4 14%
- Suspension4 14%
- Engine cooling3 10%
- Air bags2 6.9%
- Steering2 6.9%
Also reported: Brakes (1), Engine (1), Exterior lighting (1), Other or unknown (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Tires: “I recently experienced complete and partial tire wall separation on 3 of 4 continental touring contact a/s p215/65r-16 tires during one 1200 mile trip. The tire wall separation occurred on my 2002 Nissan Quest which had only 9500 miles on the vehicle. The three tire wall separations occurred suddenly while driving at highway speed resulting in two near-serious accidents and collisions. Upon inspection by a Nissan service center and local tire distributor, two tires were found to have very obvious and total tire wall separation and one tire was found to have partial separation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10038753, filed 2003-09, 10,200 milesElectrical system: “There have been several occurrences when I went to start my vehicle and the radio would not come on and the clock on the radio would not display the time. At first I thought that it was a blown fuse. I replaced the fuse but this event kept occurring over and over again. One day it was raining and the radio would not come on nor would the time be displayed on the screen and then I found out my wipers would not work either. So whenever this occurred again, I would check the wipers and find out that when the radio was not working, neither would the wipers. …”
NHTSA complaint #10141603, filed 2005-11, 34,000 milesEquipment: “While trying to jack up the vehicle the jack collapsed under the vehicle. The running board on driver's side was damaged along with the front skirt. Also, driver's side front rotor struck the ground very hard and may be damaged as well.”
NHTSA complaint #10072090, filed 2004-05, 35,000 milesBody and structure: “The chrome on both front door handles are chipping away. When the doors are opened the chrome is cutting the occupants hands. Dealership is not returning consumer's calls. The chrome has chipped away on the driver's side door, causing cuts to driver's left hand. The chrome on the passenger's side door handle is cracking along the upper side and is bubbling on the exterior side. The service manager agreed that the passenger's side looked as though it was bubbling and would chip away and to install new door handles would cost approximately$250.00. Manufacturer not willing to help at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #10119288, filed 2005-06, 65,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
65% of the 23 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 14,000 and 57,942 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Nissan Quest. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quest · sedan FWD | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2002 Nissan Quest version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quest FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Nissan Quest in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 36 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS 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 this bulletin.
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid…
- 10239060Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. 12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V…
- 10235707Apr 27, 2023Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Other model years of the Nissan Quest
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 44,000 | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 13 | 56,000 | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 12 | 54,000 | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 18 | 64,000 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Falling |
| 2013 | 18 | 95,852 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Falling |
| 2012 | 93 | 70,000 | 1 | — | 21 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 66 | 16,500 | 1 | — | 21 | 60 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 22 | 84,000 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
| 2008 | 50 | 97,000 | 3 | — | 19 | 13 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2007 | 228 | 100,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 74 | 57,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 82 | 50,800 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 445 | 33,822 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 29 | 34,000 | 0 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 42 | 58,000 | 1 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 87 | 48,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 118 | 50,000 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 41 | 103,000 | 1 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 89 | 68,500 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 134 | 103,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 167 | 100,000 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 165 | 111,100 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 118 | 162,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Nissan Quest model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Nissan Quest have?
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 2002 Nissan Quest as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Nissan Quest is reported most often?
Tires is named most often, in 5 complaints (17% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.
Has the 2002 Nissan Quest been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Nissan Quest get?
The EPA rates the 2002 Nissan Quest (Quest, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,950 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Nissan Quest reported?
Among the 23 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 34,000 miles and the middle half falls between 14,000 and 57,942 miles; 65% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.