2016 Nissan Quest Safety Report
2016 Nissan Quest Safety and Reliability Concerns
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2016 Nissan Quest
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2016 Nissan Quest. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Low (0) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (13) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2017 | Compare against the 2017 Nissan Quest with 6 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Nissan Quest before buying across this generation. |
Nissan Quest Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Nissan Quest years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Nissan Quest | 6 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Nissan Quest | 12 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2016 Nissan Quest Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2016 Nissan Quest, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Nissan onlySuspension
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension issues Nissan onlyElectrical System,Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Electronic Stability Control (Esc) issues Nissan onlyStructure
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Nissan onlyAir Bags
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Nissan onlySuspension,Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension,Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes issues Nissan onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2016 Nissan Quest
Reliability Score
The 2016 Nissan Quest receives a reliability score of 75 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2016 Nissan Quest
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2016 Nissan Quest:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission Failure The transmission often fails without warning, causing the car to shake and lose acceleration. This is a high-severity issue. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Control Arm Malfunction Control arms frequently malfunction, leading to loss of steering control. This is a moderate-severity issue. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Brake Sensor Switch Failure The brake sensor switch often fails, causing brake lights to intermittently not work and push start to malfunction. This is a moderate-severity issue. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Airbag Malfunction The airbag light turns on when a passenger is sitting, and the 'Airbag Off' switch malfunctions. This is a low-severity issue. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2016 Nissan Quest:
Transmission issues are common, with many reports of failure without warning.
Control arms often malfunction, leading to steering issues.
Brake sensor switch failures are frequent, causing brake lights to malfunction.
Airbag malfunctions are rare but can occur.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2016 Nissan Quest
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2016 Nissan Quest with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Car need transmission replaced - there is no warning on car that transmission is having major issues (ie no check engine light). My car shakes on turning this has been on going since I purchased the car in 2017. In late 2023 the car did not have as much pick up power like it used to and had a whining noise once you drive for a while (without the power it used to). There were no check engine ligh...
Check engine light appeared without warning and car would slow down and no longer accelerate on the highway. Took to the dealership and was told it needed a new transmission with only 64,000 miles of use.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Quest. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact shifted the CVT transmission into low (L) manually. The contact stated that the vehicle began to vibrate and then began to shake the entire vehicle. The contact removed his foot from the accelerator pedal and started to tap the brakes. The contact stated that the vehicle started to shake more v...
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 i...
MY TRANSMISSION WILL NOT GO INTO DRIVE,ITS WILL REVERSE GREAT BUT WILL NOT MOVE IN DRIVE OR LOW
NISSAN COMMON PROBLEM IS THE BREAK SENSOR SWITCH. *TR
I HAVE A 2016 NISSAN QUEST. IT SNOWED LAST NIGHT, AND A PIECE OF ICE GOT STUCK IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE AND KEPT THE HANDLE SLIGHTLY AJAR. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN USING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE. I HAD TO UNROLL THE WINDOW, AND PUSH THE EXTERIOR HANDLE BACK TO ITS NORMAL POSITION BEFORE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE WOULD OPEN THE DOOR. I AM GRAVELY CONCER...
TOOK MY NISSAN IN FOR THE 60000 SERVICES AND FOUND OUT THERE IS A PROBLEM ON THE CVT HAS A CODE P17F1. THE SERVICE TECH EXPLAINED WHAT'S WRONG HOW IS SHAKES AND JUDDER AND I HAVE BEEN FEELING THIS SINCE 45000MILE AND I'M JUST ABOUT 3000 OUT OF WARRANTY AT 63000 MILES AND NISSAN USA DOES NOT WANT TO COVER THE REPAIR. THE CVT JUDDER UPON ACCELERATION 0-40. I WAS ADVISED TO GET THE VALVE BODY REPL...
THE AIRBAG LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN A PASSENGER IS SITTING ON THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE "AIRBAG OFF" IS "ON" ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS DURING THE DRIVE, IT GOES ON AND THEN AFTER SOME TIMES IT TURNS OFF. THE AIRBAG SEEMS FAULTY. LOOKS LIKE IF THE VEHICLE IS IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAGS MIGHT NOT DEPLOY, THEREFORE THE PASSENGER IS NOT SAFE FROM A VEHICLE CRASH. IT ALWAYS HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND A P...
THIS VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL MANUFACTURING FAULTS THAT THREATEN THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY. SINCE THE VEHICLE LEFT THE CONSESSION, ACCORDING TO NEW, WE HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO SAFELY USE THIS VEHICLE SINCE ITS TRANSMISSION, SUSPENSION AND FRONT. THESE COMPONENTS HAVE A VIBRATION AND CRUNCH THAT DOES NOT ALLOW SAFE USE. SINCE THEN IT HAS TAKEN IMNUMERABLE TIMES TO REPAIR FOR THE SAME FAULTS AND THEY STILL P...
BRAKE SWITCH STOPPED FUNCTIONING. BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DID NOT WORK, AND EVENTUALLY PUSH START DID NOT FUNCTION. RESEARCHED ONLINE IS A COMMON PROBLEM.
VEHICLE WHEEL/TIRE SENSORS ARE FAULTY. IT KEEPS GIVING ME WARNING SIGNAL TO CHECK TIRE PRESSURE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX IT AND IT WAS FINE FOR 2 WEEKS AND THIS WEEK ITS AGAIN GIVING SAME CHECK TIRE PRESSURE SIGNAL. I HAVE IT CHECKS WITH DEALERSHIP ONCE AND WITH LES SCHWAB TWICE. IN ONE MONTH PERIOD.
JERKING TRANSMISSION WHILE ACCELERATING ABOVE 40MPH; AT SPEED CRUISING GOING UP AND DOWN HILLS; AND DECELERATING FROM 70MPH. OCCURRING MORE OFTEN WHILE ON CRUISE CONTROL SETTING.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Nissan Quest
Has the 2016 NISSAN QUEST been recalled?
No, the 2016 NISSAN QUEST has no recalls on record with NHTSA as of our latest data update.
How many complaints does the 2016 NISSAN QUEST have?
The 2016 NISSAN QUEST has 13 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
The 2016 NISSAN QUEST does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2016 NISSAN QUEST involve power train (6 complaints), suspension (1 complaints), electrical system,electronic stability control (esc) (1 complaints). Other affected components include structure, air bags, suspension,unknown or other,service brakes.
How many crash reports does the 2016 NISSAN QUEST have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2016 NISSAN QUEST in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2016 NISSAN QUEST have?
There are no fire reports for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST.
How many injuries are reported for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 NISSAN QUEST.
Should I buy a 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 NISSAN QUEST is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 13 complaints, 0 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
The components with the most failures on the 2016 NISSAN QUEST are: 1. POWER TRAIN (6 complaints), 2. SUSPENSION (1 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) (1 complaints), 4. STRUCTURE (1 complaints), 5. AIR BAGS (1 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
Be cautious of transmission and control arm issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected failures. The 2016 NISSAN QUEST has 13 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
The 2016 NISSAN QUEST receives a reliability score of 75/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 13 owner complaints, 0 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Transmission Failure and Control Arm Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2016 NISSAN QUEST?
Known issues with the 2016 NISSAN QUEST include: Transmission Failure, Control Arm Malfunction, Brake Sensor Switch Failure, Airbag Malfunction. These are based on patterns found across 13 NHTSA complaints.
What are the most common issues with the 2016 Nissan Quest?
The most common issues are transmission failures and control arm malfunctions.
Are there any safety concerns with the 2016 Nissan Quest?
Yes, there are concerns about transmission failures and brake sensor switch malfunctions.
How often do transmission issues occur in the 2016 Nissan Quest?
Transmission issues are reported frequently, especially around 30k to 60k miles.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of transmission and control arm issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected failures.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2016 Nissan Quest
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2016 Nissan Quest. The data includes 13 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 0 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16