2006 Nissan Quest Consumer Reviews

2 separate wheel bearing replacements

Written by: Lori Harmon Burns on 09/23/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I loved this car the first year. However, the wheel bearings have had to be replaced on two separate occasions. One around 46,000 miles the next 4000 miles later. Passenger sliding door does not stop when I am in door frame. Pushes hard and I have to work to stand up against it before it reverses if it does. Worried about if kids are in frame and potential for fingers or even worse torso or head getting crushed in door shutting.

Favorite Features

Like the the seats fold into floor and are easily changed into position.

Suggested Improvements

safety of passenger slider door and wheel bearing issue.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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steering failure

Written by: eileen toscano on 05/20/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Lovely looking, but at 30,ooo miles steering column failed.Is this a lemon/ Beware.

Favorite Features

Appearance, roominess of cabin

Suggested Improvements

Too muuch glare from dashboard on bright dayss

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Awesome Van

Written by: mrsv on 05/11/2009

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 S Special Edition 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Sold my 05 Altima and bought the 06 Quest at a BARGAIN and love it. My family is growing and we needed more room and comfort, and that's exactly what we got. My husband had the front windows and windshield tinted and that really made a difference on the interior "glare" that I have heard some complain about. The center mounted gauges take some getting used to but overall no complaints. Dual sliding doors and power lift gate are wonderful. DVD player is excellent and fun to have. I have read many unfavorable reviews but I have had no problems and I LOVE IT.

Favorite Features

Dual power doors, liftgate, back up camera, DVD and wireless headphones, 6 disc changer.

Suggested Improvements

Automatic lights, lighted steering wheel controls.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Mixed Review

Written by: cbnbuilder on 12/07/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 S Special Edition 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We have owned our 2006 Quest for 2-1/2 years. It has 61,000 miles. All recommended service performed by Dealer. Although the van has been reliable till recently, the transmission went out two weeks ago (1,000 miles outside the warranty period). After much (too much) debate and pleading, Nissan covered the repair ($4100). When we picked the van up from our dealer, the windshield was busted... we're still debating their responsibility. I find the seats to be very roomy but uncomfortable. Front seat feels like you are sliding out of them toward the steering wheel, makes you kind of hold on to wheel to brace yourself all the time. Original Goodyear tires were noisy and wore poorly.

Favorite Features

I like the look of the van and it rides nice (now that we got the Goodyears replaced with Yokohomias). Interior room is outstanding. Interior trim seems to be wearing well.

Suggested Improvements

Exterior paint seems to chip easily. Transmission went out ($4100) at 61,000 miles. Acceleration is lazy. Seats are uncomfortable.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Nothing but trouble - don't buy it

Written by: GreginNJ on 06/19/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We bought a demo model of the Quest which was fully loaded (DVD, navigation, wireless headphones, leather, power everything, etc..) It's back in the shop for the FOURTH time as the rear lift gate arm keep breaking off. Now Nissan has to replace the entire rear lift gate and arm (the bolt the lift arm connects to is integrated into the entire door and is stripped). The dealer tried repairing it 3 times previously, replaced the lift arm twice, and every time it breaks of within a matter of weeks. The quality of the components is very, very bad. We had the cover on a power outlet break off, same with a handle on the middle seat. Now we're scared because it just went beyond 36,000mi.

Favorite Features

Navigation system, DVD system, rear camera, power doors/liftgate (when they're not broken).

Suggested Improvements

Design repairability into the vehicle - this is not well designed, and repairs are major even when a small piece breaks.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Not what I thought it should be

Written by: Minivan Mom on 05/06/2008

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 S Special Edition 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought our Quest for the room and outside design. The room is great and we enjoy all the bells and whistles, such as the DVD and radio, cd changer. We are not very happy with quality of the van. We have had the weather stripping replaced 2 times, the gas gauge shows empty sometimes after filling up, I actually was so embarrassed at the gas station when I went in to tell them that the pump must be broken, because there was no gas in my car, but the pump charged me. Come to find out it was the defect in the car that made it not register. It has done this several times since. We are now having problems with it spark knocking and losing power like it is running out of gas.

Favorite Features

DVD, center console, roomy

Suggested Improvements

Weather stripping, engine problem, middle window would be nice.

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Don't Buy this JUNK

Written by: FREEDOM RINGS on 12/27/2007

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 SL 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We are SO relieved to get rid of this junk. We traded our Nissan minivan in for a new Toyota Sienna. The biggest difference is the customer service. Nissan was incompetent, unresponsive, and useless in solving our problems. We too settled with the Lemon Law Practice and cashed in after fighting for 2 years with Nissan headquarters. I even wrote a letter to the CEO himself. So much for the "customer is always right". After 11 recalls, 4 rentals, 19 visits in less than two years there were still problems. Nissan took the fun out of having a new vehicle. Toyota put the fun right back in! I have had the Toyota for nearly 4 months and not one problem. They have been terrific!

Favorite Features

Interior Design looks good, but the quality does not match.

Suggested Improvements

Improve customer service, better quality installation of interior features (including the installation, doors, radio, lights, locks... etc)

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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My German Quest

Written by: GrafBaby on 10/18/2007

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 S Special Edition 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my Quest in Washington, and then we got stationed here to Germany (we are military). I used to hate vans, and never thought I would own one. But after looking at it, seeing that there is a 5 star crash rating, and all the little extras the Special Edition has, I bought it, and I have no regrets! I LOVE this van! I take it on the autobahn from time to time and I got up to about 120mph w/no problems. I love the strong horsepower, great for passing cars on these little German roads. This van is not sold here in Germany, so I get stared at by the Germans everywhere I go, and have gotten countless compliments. They are most amazed by the power lift gate.

Favorite Features

Power lift gate and sonar system! I love that the trunk opens by itself, and believe me, countless lives have been saved around here thanks to the sonar system!

Suggested Improvements

I would like the middle windows to open, other than that, no complaints!

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We have loved our Quest from day one!!

Written by: Love our Quest on 08/05/2007

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought our Quest new and have loved it! We have had no problems other than the weather stripping on top of the van coming off. We have them fixed and they come back off but the dealer always fixes them again. We actually got rear ended at 70 miles per hour shortly after buying this van and were very happy with the van in the accident, very minor bumper damage, due to crumple zone, and my 2 small children were not injured and neither was I, no whiplash or anything. We take our van on 1000 mile trips at least twice a yr to see family and it is great on trips, comfortable and no problems out of it. Recommend this van to anyone!! It's been great. Would definitely buy another Nissan!

Favorite Features

The seats folding down, great for big purchases and traveling. Very roomy, can walk through van easily. Kid friendly, has handles lower so they can get in easier. Strong V6 engine. Looks more stylish than other vans. Good handling. Futuristic looking interior. Good and safe in a wreck.

Suggested Improvements

Fix issue with weather stripping. But that's not a big deal. No other improvements.

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I love this van

Written by: kimkiaria on 03/26/2007

Vehicle

2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 S Special Edition 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is my first minivan, as I too, was ambivalent about being a minivan mom, but I love it. It's roomy and sporty. I don't feel like I'm driving a big bulky van. I've taken several trips with it, and so far, no problems. I strongly suggest this van for those of you reluctant to finally admit you're a van person. It handles and corners like a sports car.

Favorite Features

Freakin' love the automated liftgate. It's really convenient when you've got a million things in your hand, but still need to get in the trunk.

Suggested Improvements

The interior upholstery and plastic can be difficult to clean. Duh, it's a minivan. Usually those have kids in it. And, kids are messy! I do wish the side windows opened. It can get a bit stagnant in the mid row seats without the air on.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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