2011 Nissan Quest recalls and problems

1 recall and 66 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan Quest.

1
recalls
66
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2011 Nissan Quest recalls

Fuel system, gasoline · Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 12V076000 · reported February 29, 2012 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 23,531 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 nissan quest vehicles, manufactured from july 29, 2010, through february 21, 2012. Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or idling on a decline with ¼ tank fuel or less, there may be an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. As a result, the engine may stall.
The risk
Vehicle stalling could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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 19, 2026 · Service brakes

I’ve experienced a complete brake failure and near collision involving my family. I have sent a formal written complaint to Nissan Corporate and I need to open a safety case immediately.” We were exiting the freeway when the brakes went to the floor. I tried to pump the breaks, that did not help, I dodge several cars…

Jun 12, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system

My vehicle is experiencing the issue under Recall NHTSA ID 12V076000: fuel supply issue that could cause engine stalling. Specifically, due to a programming error, the fuel pump might not supply enough fuel to the engine when driving at slow speeds or idling downhill with a ¼ tank or less of fuel.

Oct 30, 2023 · Power train · 165,000 miles

The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started jerking and became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle had been diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that…

Aug 1, 2023 · Power train

Van became sluggish when coming to the busy intersection. When I tried to accelerate when light changed, engine light came on and van would not go over 5mph. I was almost hit. Codes were run by a mechanic. Four internal transmission codes are present. Was told that the Quest has a transmission known for these…

Jun 1, 2023 · Electrical system

If I push the brakes to make the car stop, then try to have it accelerate again, like at a stop sign or anything, the gas pedal feels like it’s not doing anything, and the car doesn’t start for like 5 seconds, then when it does it goes about 5 mph for like 500 feet, then it goes back to normal, and because of this we…

Quest model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2008 35033
2009 22221
2011 16620
2012 19352
2013 01800
2014 01801

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

Questions

Does the 2011 Nissan Quest have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Nissan Quest, the most recent reported on February 29, 2012 (Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Quest?
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (25 complaints), followed by electrical system (10).
How many 2011 Nissan Quest complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 66 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 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 19, 2026.