Engine light on - computer code: anti-knock sensor estimated repair @$350. Did not repair; reset system, light did not reappear for 3,000 miles, reset again. Door locks intermittent problem, esp. With slider. Airbag light flashing, cannot afford repair. Read light burning out bulbs (twice within 3 mos.) after market repair caused different problem.
1996 Nissan Quest visibility problems
11 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Power window devices and controls4
- Windshield wiper/washer2
- Windshield2
- Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system1
At what mileage
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Nissan Quest visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
Visibility: power window devices and controls
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles were produced with power windows that can be closed after the ignition key is turned to the "off" position and the right front (passenger) door is opened. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss 118, "power-operated window systems."
- Risk
- There is the potential for unsupervised children to operate the power windows, increasing the risk of personal injury to the child.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with a label reminding owners not to leave children unattended because the power windows can operate for 15 minutes after the vehicle ignition has been turned off unless the driver's door is opened. Also included are instructions describing how and where this label is to be installed. If an owner prefers, their dealer can install this label for them.
Recall number 98V012002 · Recall details
What 1996 Nissan Quest owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Weird electrical problems,I have taken to 2 different people, 1 of which specializes in transmissions, the problem is that when the vehicle is warmed up the transmission doesn't know what gear it is in, on initial investigation the problem appears to be the trottle position sensor but that was replaced and still no fix. They hooked up computers to the car while driving and say the computer doesn't read the tps being operative during driving but no problems can be found with the wiring and computer board. When the engine transmission starts to mess up the locks start to lock and unlock by themselves while driving, the check engine light is on and the overdrive light blinks off and on. At one time the air bag light come on for no reason it was checked and problem found. The sliding door latch broke within a couple of months of buying. The back windshield wiper motor would also come on by itself, we ended up taking the fuse out for that.
Sliding side door does not say back (lock) when opened
We have problems with the doors locking and unlocking for no reason while driving. Windows on driver and passenger side where lowered while driving; then when raised on the drivers side it would move. With engine turned off tried to raise window, no success. Found recall 98v‑012.002 turned engine on, then off, opened only passenger door and then window would go up.
At any speed even stopped the locks lock and unlock without even touching the button. The van can be sitting still, the keys out, and no one near the car and you can hear the locks locking and unlocking. My children have been locked in and we have had to break a window to get them out. I could not unlock with the keys or the remote. It would not let me. Also the sliding door pops open at various speeds and conditions even on level surfaces with no bumps. This causes the interior lights to come on and the door ajar light to come on. It happens even if the doors are locked.
Airbag light had been flashing. Consumer called to dealer who stated repair might cost between $500 - $ 2000 . Not repaired. *ak the air conditioning and heating smoked real bad and had quit.
Rear wiper fails to move/return to proper position when using key on liftgate to open glass. Dealer charged ~$350 to replace motor.
Drivers window shattered while driving 55mph.
Driver's side mirror failed.
Rear windshield washer failed.
Questions about the 1996 Nissan Quest visibility
Does the 1996 Nissan Quest have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the visibility of the 1996 Nissan Quest, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Nissan Quest visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Nissan Quest visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V012002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Nissan Quest have the most visibility problems?
The Nissan Quest model years with the most visibility complaints are 2004 (27 complaints), 1993 (23 complaints) and 1996 (11 complaints).
Other 1996 Nissan Quest problems
Locks 26Fuel system 21Airbags 18Body 16Engine 15Steering 9Electrical 8Seat belts 7Brakes 5Transmission 4Acceleration 2Suspension 2Tires 2Wheels 1
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