2012 Nissan Quest engine problems

Filed Nov 22, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · NY

I purchased the van and noticed that at times it would suddenly de-accelerate and drop from whatever speed im doing and refuse to speed up even if I press the gas peddle to the floor. Id come up to a stop sign and stop, then at times it wouldnt accelerate, even with the peddle to the floor, it would barely move forward. I brought it back to the person I purchased it from tried to describe what happened, they had someone check the transmission and said it was fine. Its continued to do this, and has almost caused crashes because it does it periodically and without warning on inclines, at red lights, if I driven a long distance (i.e. 1hr or so) etc, and when stopped. Its done this especially when it comes to hills, its terrifying but I have no other vehicles and now only drive it locally, avoid hills, and only if I absolutely have to. This is my first Nissan and wasn't aware of issues like this as I typically buy Buick's, so I researched Nissan issues and recalls and recently saw a recall from October 2025 related to the fuel pump injector system reset that describes what ive experienced exactly, but when I took it to the Nissan dealership in Saratoga NY, they said its not a recall, just a warning for my model and year, and they would need to charge me to inspect it, and didnt advise if it was repairable. Anyone else who has this model Nissan I would want warned immediately, and I mean immediately. Its scary seeing other vehicles coming up behind me and I dont know if my van will accelerate or not, I took out a loan to buy this vehicle and am still paying it off. I cant buy another right now. The actual recall for what appears to be the same issue came out for 2013 and newer Nissans but again, should include this model for year 2012. Those of us with this vehicle should be included in the recall so we can drive safely as well. Please make this update to the recall asap. Thank you for your time and consideration to review this

Filed Dec 8, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · KY

My van is not accelerating properly, it seems to idle out and does not go over 20 mph it idles on acceleration decline. i could not get out of way fast enough if traffic was busy.

Filed Aug 30, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

CVT transmission is failing, it is very very common with Nissan.

Filed Oct 19, 2020 · Engine · 75,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 nissan quest. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact checked the oil level and discovered that there was no oil in engine. The contact took the vehicle to nissan world of red bank (newman springs rd e, red bank, nj 07701) where the vehicle was serviced for an unknown failure and was returned to the contact. A year later, the contact stated that the same failure reoccurred. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was not yet diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Filed Sep 11, 2020 · Engine · 30,000 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2012 nissan quest. The contact stated while his son was driving at approximately 65 MPH, an explosion was heard in the engine compartment and black smoke was seen coming from the rear of the vehicle. The driver stopped on the side of the highway and the family exited safely however smoke filled the inside of the vehicle immediately when the doors were opened. The contact stated that the family members noticed that the engine compartment was on fire as flames were exiting the front of the vehicle. The sheriff attempted to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher however was unable to. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The contact stated more than half of the vehicle was on fire. The contact was unaware if a fire or police department report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The insurance company was notified and was awaiting to inspect the vehicle. The dealer trophy nissan ( 5031 n galloway ave, mesquite, tx 75150) was made aware of the failure however, the offered no assistance. The contact attempted to notify the manufacturer but was transferred to roadside assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. *ln

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Engine · 32,632 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 nissan quest. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, when he heard an abnormal noise and stated he saw smoke exiting the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to parked on the side of the road and exited safety the vehicle with his family. The contact stated he saw fire exiting the front passenger side wheel. The contact stated the police was on the location and called the fire department. The fire department was able to extinguished the fire. The contact stated he was unaware if there was a police or fire report completed. The contact stated no one was injured or sought medical attention. The vehicle was not drive. The vehicle was towed to record serviced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,632.

Filed Oct 23, 2019 · Engine · 99,000 miles · CT

Engine noise when is cold , sometimes is loosing power , when you stepon gas pedal car is not moving , stop sign and trafic lights

Filed Jul 11, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · GA

Though my vehicle was not subject to a recall I had the same issue as the other vehicles that had been recalled. With 40 miles left to go, according to my gauge, my vehicle stalled in traffic, on two different occasions, while turning left into gas stations. When I presented this issue to a dealer and to nissan america I was told my vehicle was not subject to a recall, even though it was for the same problem and required the same repair as the recalled vehicles. I was charged over $300 for reprogramming my computer.

Filed May 9, 2016 · Engine · 19,680 miles · LA

The vehicle has developed a hesitation from a stop position. When you are stopped at a traffic light and try to accelerate, the vehicle hesitates. It does not do it all the time but it is getting more frequent. I had the vehicle back to the dealership before the warranty ran out. They said nothing wrong. I have also talked to nissan customer relations (mark @ 615‑725‑7561) and was assigned a case number (19100795). I feel like this is a safety issue which should be addressed by nissan. I know there is a recall about this problem and hills and low gas. I never let my gas tank get below 1/2 tank and where I live and drive there are no hills. I am documenting this issue in case an accident results, in which case nissan will hear about it again.

Filed Jul 21, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 30,000 miles · CA

Engine mount found broken during oil change. Changed and found broken again at about 50000. Changed and found broken a third time at 75000.