1999 NISSAN QUEST — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

165

Owner Complaints

4 Crashes 2 Fires

4

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

15

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

The 1999 NISSAN QUEST has received a total of 165 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:RACK AND PINION, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Nissan North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal (24 complaints), Vehicle Speed Control (16 complaints), and Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (6 complaints).

Recalls for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST, potentially affecting up to 140,200 vehicles.

Recall 00V292002 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION

| 70,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. ONE OR MORE OF THE FIVE BOLTS THAT MOUNT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR TO THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.

Consequence: THERE COULD BE A LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING, WHICH MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY NOISE OR VIBRATION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND, IF THE BOLTS ARE MISSING, WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS. ALL BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.

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Recall 99V347002 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

| 67,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. THE TAIL LIGHT SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED, RESULTING IN THE LOCKING TAB HAVING INSUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETAIN THE BULB.

Consequence: IF THE BULB FALLS OUT OF THE SOCKET, THE BRAKE OR TAIL LAMP FUNCTION CANNOT OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LAMP SOCKETS.

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Recall 99V205002 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

| 1,600 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP (TWO STRAPS PER VEHICLE) CAN BREAK AT THE SPOT WELDS CAUSING AN UNDERBODY RATTLE.

Consequence: THERE IS ALSO A POTENTIAL FOR FUEL TANK SEPARATION OR FUEL LEAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAPS.

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Recall 99V056002 — SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

| 1,600 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH E-Z ENTRY SEATS. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN CHAIR THAT HAS INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LATCH SYSTEM. IN SOME CASES, THE ACTUATOR SPRING IN THE LATCH COULD DEFORM AFTER REPEATED USE, CAUSING THE LATCH TO REMAIN IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION. IF THIS OCCURS,...

Consequence: AN UNLATCHED SEAT TRACK COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT TRACK FOR THE SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN'S CHAIR, WHICH INCLUDES THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LATCH MECHANISM.

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Owner Complaints for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

165 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 24
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 16 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 6
Electrical System
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 5
Suspension
Complaints: 4 2 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 4
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Power Train
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 3
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 3
Air Bags
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Child Seat
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 2
Seatsmidrear Assembly
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Air
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Steering
Complaints: 2
Structurebody
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 2
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 2 2 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakedrivelinehydraulicactuator
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Airdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Structurebodybumpers
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10496609 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | 102,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
#10452879 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | | N/A miles
THE DOOR LATCH TO THE BACK SIDE OF THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR CAME OFF AND NOW THE DOOR WILL NOT LATCH. THIS HAPPENED WHILE CAR WAS STOPPED. *TR
#10452879 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | N/A miles
THE DOOR LATCH TO THE BACK SIDE OF THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR CAME OFF AND NOW THE DOOR WILL NOT LATCH. THIS HAPPENED WHILE CAR WAS STOPPED. *TR
#10389886 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | | 50,000 miles
NISSAN QUEST 1999. GAS PEDAL IS BLOCKING AND REQUIRES REVERE STRENGTH TO BE PUSHED. THIS HAPPENS SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE DAY. ONCE THE PEDAL IS PUSHED HARD THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY THRUSTS, CAUSING POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION. THIS ALSO CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY GAIN MUCH SPEED AND REQUIRES EXTRA CONTROL BY THE DRIVER. I AM SEEING MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS WEBSITE REGARDING THE SAME ISSUE (REFERD TO AS 'GAS PEDAL STICKING'). *TR
#10389885 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | | 50,000 miles
NISSAN QUEST 1999 STARTED HAVING SEVERE ENGINE PROBLEMS AS 50,000 MILES AND JUST 5 YEARS OF USE. THE VEHICLE IS SIMILAR TO FORD WINDSTAR AND MERCURY VILLAGES AND WAS MANUFACTURED IN ONE OF THEIR PLANTS. FORD HAS ISSUED MANY RECALLS TO ADDRESS THESE ISSUES. NISSAN IS HAS DENIED ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLES. *TR

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Safety Rating for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1999 NISSAN QUEST in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

Nissan North America, Inc. has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

NTB00-014A — VISIBILITY

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 1999 QUEST WIPER COMBINATION SWITCH Service Campaign ID # B0074 is no longer active.  Repair orders opened after this bulletin's published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID # B0074.  Discard all previous versions of NTB00-014.

082203 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE TO ALL NISSAN DEALERS, PRINCIPALS, SERVICE MANAGERS, AND PARTS MANAGERS REGARDING TSB NTB00-083 - INCREASED ACCELERATOR PEDAL RESISTANCE THAT MAY OCCUR IN CERTAIN VEHICLES DUE TO AN ACCUMULATION OF THROTTLE-CHAMBER DEPOSITS. *TT

NTB01033 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300-P0306 STORED. *SB

NTB01046 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY

CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF A SQUEAK OR CREAK NOISE COMING FROM REAR FLOOR AREA. *JG

NTB01046 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK OR CREAK NOISE COMING FROM REAR FLOOR AREA, THE CAUSE MAY BE THE REAR STABILIZER BAR SHIFTING IN ITS MOUNTS AND TOUCHING THE PASSENGER SIDE LEAF SPRING. *SB

NTB00083 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT IDLE SPEED FLUCTUATION; INCORRECT IDLE SPEED; INCREASED ACCELERATOR PEDAL RESISTANCE; DIFFCULTY ACCELERATING SMOOTHLY FROM A STOP. *TT

NTB00040 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 26, 1998 AND SEPTEMBER 15, 1999, MAY EXPERIENCE THE FRONT DOOR LOCKS SELF-ACTIVATING OR CYCLING. *TT

NTB00014 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

ON SOME VEHICLES, THE COMBINATION SWITCH THAT OPERATES THE TURN SIGNALS AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY CAUSE UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. *TT

NTB00006 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR NISSAN VEHICLES. *TT

NTB99076 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

SOME VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A SLAPPING NOISE HEARD AGAINST THE WINDSHIELD WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 1999 NISSAN QUEST

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1999 NISSAN QUEST.

Investigation PE04020 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Closed

Opened:

FAILING HEADLIGHTS

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