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2002 Nissan Quest Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Nissan Quest, most often about the wheels and tires (17% of complaints). It is 10th of 16 Quest model years by number of complaints.

Complaints29
Recalls0
Crashes reported1
Fires reported1
Injuries reported6

Most common 2002 Nissan Quest problems

  1. Wheels and tires

    5 complaints · 17%

    Parts named most often: tread/belt.

    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…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2003, at 10,200 miles
    While driving 70 MPH on three occasions rear/front and rear passenger tires steel belt separated. Consumer managed to pull over to change tire. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Continental, p215/65r16.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2004, at 20,000 miles

  2. Engine

    4 complaints · 14%

    Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.

    We purchased a 2002 Nissan Quest van in february, 2003 from asheboro, nc Nissan. The day that we purchased the van, we experienced an oil leak. This problem was repaired by dealership, and we have had no other problems. In march, 2003, we started experiencing problems with a vibration in the steering, console, seats…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2003, at 3,267 miles
    The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle temperature rose. The vehicle was stopped and coolant was added to the engine and the contact proceeded to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic the following day and was…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 104,000 miles

  3. Body and structure

    4 complaints · 14%

    Parts named most often: body.

    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.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2004, at 35,000 miles
    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…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2005, at 65,000 miles

  4. Equipment

    4 complaints · 14%

    Parts named most often: appliance, electrical, mechanical.

    Loud clunk during cold start and again when A/C is turned on. Started at 11,000 miles, and seems to be getting worse. If van sits for several days it will stall and does not want to start. Nissan calls this a design feature and says it can't be fixed.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2003, at 11,000 miles
    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.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2004, at 35,000 miles

  5. Suspension

    4 complaints · 14%

    Parts named most often: front, rear.

    We purchased a 2002 Nissan Quest van in february, 2003 from asheboro, nc Nissan. The day that we purchased the van, we experienced an oil leak. This problem was repaired by dealership, and we have had no other problems. In march, 2003, we started experiencing problems with a vibration in the steering, console, seats…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2003, at 3,267 miles
    : the contact stated while receiving a maintenance inspection by an authorized dealer, it was determined the rubber boot on the axle spindle had deteriorated. The dealer replaced the rubber boots on the axle spindle and attributed the deterioration to the heat and humidity.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2006, at 52,000 miles

  6. Electrical

    4 complaints · 14%

    Parts named most often: wiring.

    I owned a 2002 Nissan Quest with approx. 40,000 miles. On january 13, 2005, I returned to my home at 2:00am. At approximately 2:15am I heard 2 loud pops come from outside my home. When I looked outside my van was completely engulfed in flames and was completely destroyed from the fire damage. Previous service history…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2005, at 40,884 miles
    The vehicle's remote door entry system, automatic windows, seat heaters and compass mirror failed. The repair entailed installing a new controller which required new remote entry keys. Originally the consumer was issued two remote keys after repair an the keys where replaced. The consumer only received one and was…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2004, at 57,942 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2002 Nissan Quest recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2002 Nissan Quest

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Nissan Quest?
By NHTSA owner complaints: wheels and tires (5 complaints); engine (4 complaints); body and structure (4 complaints).
How many recalls does the 2002 Nissan Quest have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Nissan Quest. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2002 a bad year for the Nissan Quest?
It is 10th of 16 Quest model years by number of complaints, with 29 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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