NHTSA has 18 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Nissan Quest[1]. The biggest group names the power train, with 7 complaints[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners raised, biggest first.
- Power Train. 7 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe the van hesitating, jerking, or losing power while driving, and some describe transmission trouble. The median mileage at failure in this group is 78,000[2].
- Electrical System. 5 complaints[4]. Owners describe the whole van shutting down while moving, power sliding doors that keep pushing on a person in the opening, and a key warning message. One complaint in this group mentions a fire[4].
- Structure. 2 complaints[5]. Owners describe side doors that do not back off when someone is in the way, and a tailgate that pops open on its own.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 1 complaint[6].
- Seats. 1 complaint[7].
- Steering. 1 complaint[8].
- Brakes. 1 complaint[9].
- Suspension. 1 complaint[10]. The owner describes a broken front control arm that damaged the wheel and fender.
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2014 Quest[11].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Quest, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: VAN FWD[12].
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Quest with 3.5L 6-cylinder[13] | 265 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2014 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 167 | 3 |
| 1996 | 134 | 2 |
| 1997 | 89 | 2 |
| 1998 | 41 | 1 |
| 1999 | 118 | 4 |
| 2000 | 87 | 2 |
| 2001 | 42 | 1 |
| 2002 | 29 | 0 |
| 2004 | 445 | 4 |
| 2005 | 82 | 2 |
| 2006 | 74 | 1 |
| 2007 | 228 | 1 |
| 2008 | 50 | 3 |
| 2009 | 22 | 2 |
| 2011 | 66 | 1 |
| 2012 | 93 | 1 |
| 2013 | 18 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 0 |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the Quest show 18 complaints and 0 recalls for 2014[11]. Among the 21 model years listed, 3 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 16 have more[11]. The fewest complaints are for 2017 (6) and the most are for 2004 (445)[11]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2014 Quest?
The complaint file for this van is small, at 18 complaints in total[1]. The power train group is the largest[2], followed by the electrical system[4]. The file reports 0 crashes, 0 injuries, 0 deaths, and 1 fire[1]. Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales, so read them as a guide for what to check on a test drive and with a mechanic.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Quest?
- The power train group has the most complaints, with 7[2]. The electrical system follows with 5[4].
- Are there recalls on the 2014 Nissan Quest?
- The by-year data shows 0 recalls in our data for this model year[11]. Any recalls that do exist are listed in the Recalls section of this page.
- How many complaints does the 2014 Nissan Quest have?
- NHTSA has 18 owner complaints on file[1]. See the by-year section to compare with other years[11].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Nissan Quest?
- See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
Keep exploring
Other model years of the Nissan Quest
Compare all model years of the Nissan Quest
Other Nissan models from 2014
- 2014 Nissan Maxima
- 2014 Nissan Murano
- 2014 Nissan Pathfinder
- 2014 Nissan Rogue
- 2014 Nissan Sentra
- 2014 Nissan Titan
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 18 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Nissan Quest (0 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 7 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 78,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Quest, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 5 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the seats component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the steering component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Quest model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, VAN FWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2014 Nissan Quest with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 265 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, QUEST 4 DR MINIVAN S/SV: length 201 in, width 78 in, height 73 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 4,381 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, QUEST 4 DR MINIVAN SL/LE: length 201 in, width 78 in, height 73 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 4,504 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov