Nissan Quest ball joint problems

Filed Jul 5, 2023 · Suspension · NC

The control arms on the vehicle malfunctioned and had to be replaced. I typically lost control of steering causing the vehicle to jerk in one direction or the other. This was repaired almost a year ago. I had the vehicle serviced at a independent service center. It could have possible caused an accident had I not been able to counteract the loss of steering. I am currently experiencing this same issue again and was notified in May 2023 that the control arms have once again malfunctioned. There are no warning lights for this issue, I noticed it when the car seemed to need a front end alignment but once I took it to the shop they confirmed that the control arms had malfunctioned. I researched this issue and saw that there was a recall of these exact same parts for 2016 Nissan Quest vehicles used as emergency vehicles. I am concerned that this is some sort of on going issue, that is costing $1600 + on every repair.

Filed Jun 24, 2021 · Acceleration, Body · 100,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while having routine maintenance by an independent mechanic, she was informed that the frame was rotten and had several holes. Additionally, the control arms were loose and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated while driving the steering wheel was shaking and was unable to accelerate over 40 mph. The accelerator pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The contact stated the check engine, traction control,ABS, brake light and slip warning indicator lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic who confirmed that the subframe needed to be replaced the vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was taken to the first mechanic who informed that the subframe was not replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed May 31, 2019 · Suspension · 96,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan quest. While pulling into the driveway at his residence, the front passenger side lower control arm fractured and punctured. The failure damaged the front passenger side wheel and fender. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was repaired. Horne dodge chrysler jeep nissan (located at 2046 us-60, globe, az 85501, (928) 615-5600) was contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.*bf update: the contact got in touch with the manufacturer and was informed that there was no recall for the aformentioned issue.

Filed Jun 25, 2015 · 140,468 miles · IL

When we went to replace the lower control arm on the passenger side of the vehicle a softball size hole in the subframe caused by rust was discovered. As a result of the car being up on jacks, the subframe snapped in half. After researching this problem, we have discovered that this is a common occurrence, in nissan quests and is caused in part because of poor drain location for the air conditioner. It is our understanding that nissan is aware of this problem and has addressed it with warranties in other models, but not the quest. Which, I now must fork out at a minimum of $2,000 to replace.

Filed Apr 27, 2015 · Acceleration, Steering · 120,000 miles · IL

Had the vehicle since 2004 as the original owner. Vehicle has not been in an accident. Heard a loud clunk when driving after removing foot from brake and after going over bumps. Turned out the metal subframe of the vehicle has completely rusted out and separated from the frame of the vehicle. The steering crossarms and ball joint are loose because of this. It's a $4000 repair and car has only 120k miles. Had to get new car. Dealer said it's not safe to even drive and not worth fixing.

Filed Apr 5, 2015 · Suspension, Transmission · 74,000 miles · NY

I have a 2007 nissan quest that I had to replace control arm around 40000 miles and also wheel hub don't have dates for those but 2014 my transmission when put into drive would have a delay and then fall hard had mounts replace still same problem and it has been shifting hard and down shifting when didn't need to alot. Rpm has been jumping high then catching into gear when diving on highway if I let off the gas and accelerate RPM go high and fall hard I am at 76000 miles with a family lemon trying to figure out what to do.

Filed Feb 17, 2015 · Suspension, Wheels · 189,000 miles · PA

While driving home from work, my front passenger wheel snapped off of the control arm. Because I was doing 50 miles per hour it also ripped the axel out of the engine. I have been told it was due to a weak weld. Is this a manufactures defect?

Filed Dec 30, 2014 · Suspension, Wheels · 169,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan quest. While driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and made an abnormal noise. The contact discovered that the rear passenger wheel lug nuts and the lug bolt detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.

Filed Apr 7, 2014 · Airbags, Brakes · 114,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan quest. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal scraping noise heard from the front end of the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning light would illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver's side caliper, brakes, rotors, front brake, front driver's side wheel bearing, passenger's side lower control arm, and the frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 114,000. Updated 06/15/16

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?...