1994 Nissan Quest Reviews

A/C compressor.

C/V joints.

Starter.

Rear engine seal.

Motor mounts.

Power steering pump.

Manifold gaskets.

Crankshaft snapped at idle.

Money pit.

Handles great! Way better than my 02 Yukon.

Rear A/C fan went out at 80,000

Main A/C replaced at 120,000.

Great Power. Excellent performance in traffic, mountains, or Hwy.

Comfortable seating in the captain's chairs. Leg room ample in the front seats. Rear seats are a little cramped.

Brakes constantly need adjusting or replacing.

October 15, 2004: Took van to dealer we purchased from to have timing belt replaced at scheduled interval (105,000 miles). Crankshaft reportedly broke when mechanic attempted to remove harmonic balancer. The only major engine work on this vehicle involving accessory belt tension adjustment was performed by this dealer (belts were replaced when power steering pulley and main pulley and associated bearings were replaced at 24,000 miles. under warranty; In hindsight, perhaps an early indication that belt tension setting were too tight?)

Dealer initially not offering any help toward repair/replacement of engine.

A little research on Internet indicated the crankshaft breaking problem is an issue with 93-95 Quest/Villagers.

Other problems: Replaced cylinder head temperature sensor (threaded plug) @ 13,500 miles due to coolant leak.

Replaced Main A/C hose @ 50,000 miles. leaking freon.

At about 95,000 miles the A/C stopped working (blowing cool air) after an hour or so of operation. Worked fine if turn A/C off for a while and restarted. Suspect a switch has gone bad, allowing unit to freeze over. Stopping operation must have allowed it to thaw out.

Replaced rear brake light bulbs several times (more than what I think should be normal).

Other than the above problems the Quest van (up until October 15, 2004) had been a relatively good vehicle.

I found it comfortable to drive long distances with a full load of kids and luggage. Would have even been better if the engine developed more horsepower/torque.

I have owned this van for eight years.

No problems with it until it hit 200,000 miles.

Just replaced fuel pump, and oil pump.

That's it.

Although when things did break

it was a little expensive I

would buy another one again.

Very reliable and still going

strong.

Front brakes had been a consistent problem for the first 4 years of ownership. Squeals a lot and the dealership can't fix it even after repeated tries. No problems afterward.

The brake failed twice - step on the brake and no response - resulted in 1 rear-end and 1 near-miss!!! Dealer again can't find the problem.

A/C failed last year and now again. I'm trading in the van for a new 2003 Altima.

Considering the weight of this van, the brakes are adequate at best. Fades easy in lengthy city traffic or when fully loaded.

Radio button sucks. Hard to read/feel while driving - advise not to touch them on the move. Other controls are fine though.

Engine and transmission had been dead reliable all these years. No major problem at all, just regular maintenance and gas. Starts everyday in Canadian winter at 5am! Mechanicals are from Nissan Maxima after-all (big plus)!

Interior design and quality of materials are very good - try compare a 94' domestic-brand minivan and see the HUGE difference! Recipient of Interior Design Gold Reward if I remember right. Feels upscale once inside.

Adequate, if not abundant, power in general. However I did went over the speedo once on a lonely highway. Estimated at 175km/h with 4 adults on board, speedo max at 160km/h.

Take out the 2nd row bench/captain chairs and voila! You have a limo!!! Stretch out your legs and you still have 2 feet of space for luggage in front. Perfect for trips of 4 for long highway drive.

Considering myself as a caring user, the interior still looks like new after nearly 10 years of DAILY USE. VERY little wear and tear. Very good!

Space is tight with all 3 rows of seat though.

Overall dealer service is average. Not quite at Lexus-level nor get you yell at them.

3 radios in the first 20,000 miles.

Brake lights keep failing, along with 3rd brake light bulb.

Front lights secured by piece of plastic which has broken.

Alternator mounts have come loose twice.

Fuel tank filler neck cracked, leaks fuel when filling tank.

Dome lights had electrical problem.

AC/Heater hose developed hole.

Brakes have been problematic, rotors warped.

VERY LITTLE COVERED BY BEST NISSAN EXTENDED WARRANTY AVAILABLE.

Very unhappy with this van. Tried to get the car returned under Lemon Laws, Nissan extremely difficult. Their best warranty has covered only the alternator mount problem. Motor and power train, A-OK! Electrical, very bad. 100,000 miles on the vehicle, most problems except for cracked fuel filler occurred in first 40,000 miles.