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2001 Nissan Quest recalls and problems

1 recall and 42 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Nissan Quest.

1
recalls
42
owner complaints
9
complaints mentioning a crash
4
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Nissan Quest recalls

Seat belts: front, buckle assembly

NHTSA campaign 00V338002 · reported October 27, 2000 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 130 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and the seat pedestal. This could eventually allow the seat belt buckle bolt to loosen.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the occupant seated in that location may not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies may require replacement.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 8, 2015 · Unknown or other · 160,000 miles

THE WHOLE UNDERNEATH OF MY VAN IS RUSTING OUT I WENT AND HAD IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID IT IS ONLY A MATTER OF TIME AND THE WHOLE VEHICLE WILL JUST DROP.

Jul 22, 2014 · Engine and engine cooling · 145,000 miles

THE MAIN ENGINE SUPPORT FRAME MEMBER TO WHICH THE BOTTOM-FORWARD MOTOR MOUNT IS ATTACHED RUSTED COMPLETELY FREE WHERE IT ATTACHES AT THE AREA UNDER THE RADIATOR. THIS CAUSED THE ENTIRE ENGINE TO DROP. THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER DRIVABLE. REPAIR REQUIRES EXTENSIVE STRUCTURAL WORK. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM IN…

Oct 18, 2012 · Structure · 134,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN QUEST GL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FROM THE INTERIOR, THE FRONT PASSENGER INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE CAUSED LACERATIONS TO THE CONTACT'S FINGERS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL SHARP, FINE METAL SHAVINGS ON THE INNER PART OF…

Aug 1, 2011 · Structure · 131,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR WHEN THE DOOR DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY WEAR AND TEAR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE FAILURE. NO REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED…

Jan 5, 2011 · Seat belts · 125,137 miles

THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WOULD NOT COME FREE. I HAD TO JIGGLE OUT OF THE SEAT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY TOLD ME THE PART WAS GOING TO COST ME $39 TO REPLACE NOT INCLUDING LABOR. I HAD TO PAY TO FIX SINCE MY WIFE COULD NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT THE SEATBELT WORKING CORRECTLY. IT…

Quest model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 287113
2001 14294
2002 02911
2004 4445710

Across all years, the 2004 Quest has the most complaints (445). All Nissan Quest years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Nissan Quest, the most recent reported on October 27, 2000 (Seat belts: front, buckle assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Nissan Quest?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (7 complaints), followed by visibility (6).
How many 2001 Nissan Quest complaints mention a crash or fire?
9 of 42 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 8, 2015.