Does the 2006 Nissan Quest have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Nissan Quest, the most recent reported on October 13, 2005 (Seats: mid/rear assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Nissan Quest?

Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (15 complaints), followed by electrical system (12).

How many 2006 Nissan Quest complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 74 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Nissan Quest recalls and problems

1 recall and 74 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Nissan Quest.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2006 Nissan Quest recalls

Seats: mid/rear assembly

NHTSA campaign 05V474000 · reported October 13, 2005 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 109,437 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain mini vans, there is a seat adjustment mechanism that contains exposed moving components located at the rear inside edge of the second row seat.
The risk: When the operator attempts seat adjustment, a finger may be pinched in the moving seat adjustment mechanism which could cause an injury.
The fix: On earlier model vehicles built through june 28, 2004, dealers will replace the inboard second row seat adjustment handle, rivet a plastic reinforcement to backside of the existing seat back cover carpeting, install tie-downs and a flange to the inboard side shield. On vehicles produced from june 29, 2004 through september 26, 2005, dealers will rivet a plastic reinforcement to the backside of the existing seat back cover carpeting, install tie-downs and a flange on the inboard side shield. The recall began on december 19, 2005. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

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

Power train15
Electrical system12
Structure8
Engine and engine cooling7
Service brakes, hydraulic7
Air bags6
Engine5
Tires5
Latches/locks/linkages4
Steering4

What owners report

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

Feb 19, 2021 · Electrical system · 217,865 miles
CRANK POSITION SENSOR WON'T START AFTER SITTING STATIONARY AFTER IT RAN AND STOPPED ITS INTERMEDIATE.

Jan 11, 2020 · Structure · 140,000 miles
PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR NO LONGER FUNCTIONS PROPERLY. NO LONGER LATCHES. SEEN SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE ON YOUTUBE.

Oct 11, 2019 · Power train · 84,000 miles
WHEN YOU START DRIVING THE VEHICLE FROM A COLD START IT DRIVES AND SHIFTS PERFECT. AS SOON AS IT REACHES OPERATING TEMPERATURE IT WILL SLAM WHEN SHIFTING GEARS. AFTER 5 MINUTES OR SO IT WILL NOT MOVE. SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF FOR 15 TO 20 MINUTES AND I SHIFTS AND DRIVES FINE FOR A FEW MORE MINUTES THEN THE SAME PROBLEMS…

Oct 17, 2018 · Electrical system · 245,000 miles · fire reported
WHILE VAN WAS PARKED, TURNED OFF, AND NO KEY IN IGNITION, THE LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING AND WIPERS STARTED GOING. STARTED TO SMOKE. A WITNESS CALLED FIRE DEPARTMENT AND IT WAS IN FLAMES BEFORE THEY GOT THERE. APPARENTLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT FIRE. WE WERE INSIDE A MALL WHEN THIS HAPPENED. FIRE…

Apr 12, 2017 · Air bags
I PURCHASE A USED NISSAN QUEST IN JUNE 2016 COUPLE WEEKS LATER THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTS FLASHING. ANOTHER THING IS THE CLUSTER THAT READS OVER HEARING AND MILES FLASHES AND TWITCHES. MY VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE HAD 121,246 MILES I'M THE SECOND OWNER. I TOOK TO COURTESY NISSAN AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FLASHING…

Quest model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2004	4	445	7	10
2005	2	82	3	2
2006	1	74	1	2
2007	1	228	3	1
2008	3	50	3	3
2009	2	22	2	1

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

Questions

Does the 2006 Nissan Quest have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Nissan Quest, the most recent reported on October 13, 2005 (Seats: mid/rear assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Nissan Quest?: Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (15 complaints), followed by electrical system (12).
How many 2006 Nissan Quest complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 74 complaints report a crash and 2 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 February 19, 2021.