2004 Nissan Quest: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Aug 1, 2015 · Engine · 170,000 miles · LA

Once started, the engine makes a ticking sound. Over the last couple of months, there have been occasions while driving, the vehicle will rapidly decelerate, engine light illuminates and not begin accelerating adequately until it is turned off and restarted. The problem has escalated to completely stalling and the engine light illuminates. After a few attempts, the vehicle will restart, but the problem is occurring more frequently. A local mechanic diagnosed the problem as the timing chains needing to be replaced. After further research, I have discovered class action lawsuits in some states for premature failure of timing chains on 2004-2009 nissan quest, among other models.

Filed Aug 20, 2014 · Transmission · 86,000 miles · NC

Loud knocking noise from are of transmission being told it is common in quest 2004 s the guide become loose and rattles.

Filed Feb 24, 2013 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · AZ

My 2004 nissan quest se would loose power when slowing down to 30 mpr. I was told that 2nd or 3rd gears are lock engaged. It would then make a load crushing sound like the transmission was knocking against the gears. This is very hard to drive early in the morning. I took the vehicle to aamco. They told me that I can have a rebuilt transmission for about $2300.00. I don't know about you but I can not afford this on my income and out of work. Do anyone have a solution to this problem?

Filed Jan 10, 2013 · Engine · 84,000 miles · FL

Heard a ticking noise when starting up my car but subsided after it warmed up gradually over the month it got very loud. Brought it to nissan dealer in pompano beach and they said it was timing chain needs replacement for a cost of 2,300 dollars! I researched this and see that it is a frequently voiced complaint and is happening very prematurely 50 -90 thousand miles.. Ridiculous expensive and dangerous, also ! Need replacement of control arms at a cost of 800 dollars! I also see that this is a common complaint with nissans....I am generally the only one in the van we are a family o three with three vehicles ,it was garaged kept never use it to haul anything more than a suitcase once in awhile what is my recourse, what can I do to get some assistance so I can repair it before my self or passenger gets killed on the highway when the chain breaks?...

Filed May 26, 2011 · Engine · OH

There is an awful ticking sound coming from the engine. My car has been serviced my nissan repeatedly and it's still making the noises. Now I've been told it's the timing chain. After reading up on this issue it's apparent that there a widespread problem with this part in the nissan quests.

Filed Jun 20, 2010 · Steering · 132,000 miles · MD

Power steering hose was leaking when turning sharp there is a knocking noise.

Filed Oct 31, 2006 · Transmission · 58,000 miles · IN

A loud ticking sound when starting up cold for about 5 minutes before it warms up. We reported this a few months ago and were told that it was the variable timing chain, then were told no it's normal, then it's the vtc, no the engineer says it's normal. They are refusing to repair. It is not a normal sound.

Filed Feb 28, 2006 · Body · 10,722 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated the automatic sliding door was inoperable and had to be opened manually. Also, the door made a ticking noise while driving. The door now opens correctly, but the dealership was unable to get rid of the noise.

Filed Dec 17, 2004 · Suspension · CA

While driving 45 MPH, the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Suddenly, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably.