Steel brake lines to rear breaks rusted through in several places - two lines to rear that pass under the floor and along the driver side rail and over the rear left wheel axle, and also at the area immediately before each rear wheel cylinder.
The worst 1993 Nissan Quest problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Engine32
- Visibility23
- Fuel system14
- Brakes13
- Body11
- Electrical11
- Seat belts10
- Transmission5
- Lights4
- Acceleration3
- Locks3
- Tires3
- Suspension2
- Airbags1
- Seats1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Nissan Quest
Recalls 5
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the vent hose.
Recall number 00V419001 · Recall details
Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system
- What is wrong
- Leaves and other foreign material can enter through the cowl panel air intake during operation of the front heater and/or air conditioning system resulting in a build-up of material in the plenum. This can lead to noise, odors, or in some cases, ignition of these materials.
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an additional heater/air conditioning system intake screen.
Recall number 95V222002 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Fuel filler hoses may have been cut prior to installation by a utility knife used to open the shipping box.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage can result if the cut extended through thethickness of the hose wall. Leaking fuel can result in a fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Replace the fuel filler hose.
Recall number 92V172002 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- The service brake master cylinder was not properly assembled or could have been damaged by the evacuation and filling of the brake system at the assembly plant.
- Risk
- This can result in a partial brake system failure due tointernal master cylinder leakage which can cause loss of braking on two of thefour wheels. If this occurs, there would be increased brake pedal travel, higherpedal efforts and increased stopping distances.
- Remedy
- A new brake master cylinder will be installed.
Recall number 92V132001 · Recall details
Seat belts
- What is wrong
- One or both of the bolts securing the automatic seat belt restraint system tracks to the b-pillars were not adequately tightened.
- Risk
- This condition can result in the automatic seat beltsystem track joints having less than design strength, and increase the risk ofinjury to the seat occupant in the event of a collision or sudden stop.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the passive restraint system track mounting bolts.
Recall number 92V133001 · Recall details
See all 5 recalls for the 1993 Nissan Quest
Defect investigations
Fuel tank vent hose leakage
Periodic exposure to liquid gasoline may result in extraction of antidegradants from the subject fuel tank vent hose.hoses which have suffered loss of antidegradant can develop cracks in areas of high strain.fuel may spray or drip from cracked vent hoses following tank fill.starting at job#1 1998 my (california emissions vehicles) and job#1 1999 my (federal emissions vehicles), the subject vent hose composition changed from nitrile rubber hoses with chloroprene rubber covers (nbr/cr) to fluoracbon rubber hoses which an outer layer blend of nbr/pvc.the changes wer made to improve hydracarbon resistance for complaince with new evaporative emissions regulations.the modified hoses are also significantly more resistant ot degradation and craciking. In a letter dated december 14, 2000, nissan notified the federal safety agency that it will conduct a safety recall campaign to replace the subject vent hose in affectd vehicles with the redesigned hose.nissan will begin notifying owners of the affected vehicles on february 5, 2001.nissan will finish its owner mailings on september 10, 2001.owners will be notified in reverse order of vehicle age.
EA00015
Backlite shattering
There is no summary currently available
PE93021
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Nissan Quest 40
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of vehicle pull (DRIFT) and/or steering wheel off-center
- 12 volt battery testing for in-service vehicles service information
- Silicone-based lubricant or grease CAN damage electrical components service information
- Vehicle key not detected / authenticated, engine will not start
- Intelligent key replacement or swapping between vehicles
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Wheel bearing collision damage
- Strut and shock absorber replacement guidelines
- Service information
1993 Nissan Quest fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 16 | 21 | 18 |
What 1993 Nissan Quest owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. The contact stated that the passenger front lap belt will not remain secure into the buckle. As a consequence, in the event of the crash the occupants may not be properly restrained, which can cause serious injury. He took the vehicle to the dealer and a technician stated that no parts are available to properly remedy the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 170,000. Updated 10/06/09. *lj the consumer stated the vehicle has finally been repaired. The dealer ordered and replaced the belt buckle free of charge under warranty. Updated 10/06/09
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. The contact stated that the vehicle burned a lot of fuel. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that there are no leaks. In addition, the contact heard a scraping noise when make a left or right turn. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The current mileage was 200,050 and failure mileage was 200,00. Updated 04/08/08. *lj the seat belts did would not go up or down and there was a problem with the upper and lower ball joints. The consumer also stated the vehicle cuts off. Updated
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. After parking the vehicle, the contact noticed smoke coming from the vent on the outside of the vehicle. After a couple of minutes, the smoke cleared. She turned the key in the ignition and flames appeared under the glove compartment. The fire and police departments arrived at the scene and a fire report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The dealer stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v419001 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly); however, the contact never received a recall notice. The current and failure mileages were 200,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. The contact stated that her vehicle was squeaking and that she had to hose off her front rotors when they overheated. Her vehicle was also experiencing long stopping distances. The failures have occurred on numerous occasions. Recently, the service brake light illuminated for a couple of days and then dimmed. Safety recall # 92v32001 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder) was found. The free portion of the safety recall no longer applies to this vehicle. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 200,000.
Exhaust manifold bolts broken nissan replaced bolts 1800.00 20,000 miles later same problem nissan says not responsible because it had been longer than 20,000 miles as far as I can tell nissan did not use the new improved manifold bolts for this repair.
As has happened to close to 100% of quest/mercury villager owners, I have cracked manifolds, missing manifold studs, and several broken manifold studs. This results in poor starts, exhaust leaks, and a noticeable "clacking" (exhaust leak) upon acceleration. My vehicle has 118k miles. I understand the labor for a complete fix can run over $1000, while parts run under $100. I have contacted 1-800-nissan1 with this issue and the operator was aware of this very common, serious problem and affirmed that I would be contacted with any possible compensation.
Front drivers automatic seat belt is stuck in one stationary position. Consumer can hear motor running but no movement of seatbelt.
Intermittently there is a gas smell in the passenger cabin. The smell commonly occurs when the fuel tank is close to empty.
Consumer states the exhaust manifold studs have broken four times in as many years, causing exhaust leaks.
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Questions about the 1993 Nissan Quest
Is the 1993 Nissan Quest reliable?
Owners have filed 118 complaints about the 1993 Nissan Quest, 2.8 times a typical Quest model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Nissan Quest?
Engine and cooling, with 32 complaints. Next is visibility (23).
How many recalls does the 1993 Nissan Quest have?
5 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, visibility and service brakes, hydraulic.
What year does the Nissan Quest have bad engine?
The Nissan Quest model years with the most engine complaints are 2004 (71 complaints), 1994 (56 complaints) and 2007 (50 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Nissan Quest get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Nissan Quest range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 16 city and 21 highway.
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