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I frequently read other minivan forums...and nishonbaru is correct. The 2004+ Quest has much more quality and reliability problems than any other minivan, except maybe the Kia Sedona.
I don't recall reading about any owner of a Sienna van complaining of having a lemon. Maybe, a couple Ody owners. But, neither seem to have the ongoing issues that can't be corrected like many Quest posts indicate.
A message to the host,
Should we create a new section like "Quest 2005+" to distinguish it from earlier released Quest 03-04? Perhaps we won't get many posts about assembly-related problems?
We do have a topic for discussing problems here, though -- (Nissan Quest 2004+ Problems & Solutions) -- and posting problems there would probably keep this area free for discussing other things.
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I can say my lawyer got much more then I got, but did not impact what my settlement was.
Sliding Doors - did recall for squeaks, resolved.
Tranny - put in drive and wouldn't move, had ECM replaced per bulletin, no reoccurrence.
Seating - installed aftermarket leather, great investment w/2 boys.
Tires - Replaced LS2's w/Yokohama Avid V4s 235/60/16, BEST DECISION MADE, a world of difference. NO MORE vibrations noticed in steering or cabin. GET RID OF your LS2's!!!! I've had no clearance or turning radius issues. The speedometer is about 1-2 mph faster, has been a non issue.
Engine Whin - timing chain pulley replaced a year ago, just came back!
Fuel Gauge issue has not occurred in past year.
Installed Weathertech bug deflector, vent shade and well protector, good products.
Installed dash cover to cut down on glare (w/Steelers logo!!).
All in all it has served it's purpose and the family loves traveling in the Q. Hope info was helpful to someone.
Why would I post anything about a car that I don't own. I have never owned an American car. I want to let everyone know what my experience has been with Nissan and the Quest. Do you want the work invoices from the dealer? I have all of them. I can E-mail copies to you. They have been scanned and sent to my atty. Furthermore, I think all you owners of 2004's that post such positive messages about the Quest must work for Nissan and are trying to salvage any credibility Nissan has.
Your email is private. I'd love to see proof that you ever owned a Quest, how do I get in touch?
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When I saw one in a mall parking lot I made a point of introducing myself as a prospective owner and asked how they liked their vehicle. Most were 04 owners at the time, but a few had 05's. No one I met in person had any of the types of problems reiterated time and time again by the same small group of people here. Our 05 has over 25,000 miles and continues to impress everyone - including two coworkers who own an Odyssey and Grand Caravan.
which is the better buy 04 or 05?
Did I just get really lucky with my Quest? If I get another Quest and if it breaks down on the side of the road, I'd be kicking myself for ignoring the CR's result, at the same time I really like to get a 2006 Quest.
Can you guys feel my pain?
I sometimes get impatient with it closing and will put the vehicle in gear while closing and it will start chiming. I believe it will also chime if it hits an obstruction and it has to reverse.
Also is you are leasing, the reliability is a non issue for you. Just remember the golden rule on leasing, never lease longer than the standard bumper to bumper warranty. If you keep your lease to 3 years, anything that goes wrong is convered.
I also have a 2004 Quest with 38k miles. I had my rotors warped at 8k miles (dealer turned them), Customer Service Initiative, the no power at startup (this hasn't happened in 16 months) and a couple of rattles that have been taken care of. My issue is the treatment at the dealership. My original dealership was open and very easy to deal with. The new one (moved in Fall 2004) is not bad but not as forthcoming which cna be irritating.
the nice thing is on a recent trip to NJ, I got over 26 mpg.
My concern with 2006 Quest's reliability is not the cost, rather it is whether it will leave us stranded during road trips. We take many long distance road trips (about 9k miles per year) along with 2 toddlers and the prospect of the car not starting after a bathroom break in the middle of Texas is not a pleasant thought. I originally chose Quest because I really appreciate their new styling, but at the same time, I know with Odyssey and Sienna, I don't have to worry about it not starting on me.
Leslie
Our 05 SL has turned 29,000 miles and should turn 30,000 before the end of the month. It's still logging average MPG in the high 22's, with lows around 19.5 and highs as high as 26.x. Highest single tank was 27.5 mpg, on a highway trip last Fall.
I am up here in Nova Scotia Canada, I have an 06 SL Special Edition and other than having the back up sonar switch fail at 400 kms everything has been good. The one thing I did notice is that the range of this vehicle is not as long as I expected. I was hoping for about 700 kms between fillups and have been averaging about 520 kms. Gas milaege is about the same as my Murano and seeing how the Quest is bit heavier and larger that was what I expected.
Or maybe Honda HP are bigger as they cost more.....
I have not seen or read anywhere where the Quest has done 0-60 in 8.5 sec. Most everything I have seen is mid 9. Not that it is important (or that I care). I still love driving this van.
Not sure about the 4-spd but I haven't seen over 9 sec for 5-spd 2004+ Quest yet.
Here is one example (8.7 sec). And I have seen a few better ones.
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/van/112_0311_minivan_comparison/
The Quest had a much better steering feel with better road feedback (plus that nice thick small steering wheel). The Honda felt more a U-Haul with over boosted steering and a large steering wheel (butter better than the Toyota and DGC).
By the way, how do I tell what plant my 04 Nissan was manufactured at? I see the manufacturer date on the drivers side below the door but no indication where it was made.
Thanks... Gary
Thanks for the information... Gary
And the hitch, http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1,1&item=8016634759&- sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT
The hitch is a little over kill for our waverunner but O' well. I did not use a jack (lazy) and installed the hitch in about 30-40 mins. by myself (stupid). The instructions are simple and now I could install one in 10 mins. The light kit is a little complex but take your time and go easy on the plastic panels. You will need to install the 20 amp fuse under the hood and that makes the 12V+ wire hot at the back of the van to hook the light kit to. You will not have to run any additional wires. Let me know if you need any more info.
Thanks... Gary