The 1999 Nissan Quest has 7 recalls, the most serious being two overlapping issues: a fuel tank that can separate from the vehicle or leak fuel and raise the risk of fire, and a steering rack that can work loose and make the van difficult to steer.
The fuel tank retention straps can break at their welds, allowing the tank to drop or spill fuel under the vehicle. On the steering side, mounting bolts that were not tightened to the correct specification can let the rack shift over time, with drivers noticing looseness, noise, or vibration at the wheel. Vehicles equipped with the E-Z Entry second-row captain's chair have a separate concern: the latch mechanism that allows the seat to slide forward for rear passenger access can lose its lubrication and eventually stick in the unlatched position, leaving the seat unsecured during a crash. There is also a lighting issue shared across two filings: the rear stop and tail light socket can lose its grip on the bulb, causing it to fall out and leave the brake and tail lights non-functional.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the steering rack brackets may not be tightened to the correct tension, potentially causing the steering rack to loosen and make steering difficult.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the steering rack bolt tightness and replace the bolts if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
One or more of the five bolts securing the rack and pinion steering gear to the vehicle may not have been tightened correctly during manufacturing.
What the fix does
The dealer will inspect the bolts, replace any missing bolts, and tighten all bolts to the correct torque specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The plastic socket holding the stop/tail light bulb may lose its shape over time, causing the lock tabs to change dimension. This can make the bulb fall out when you close the rear hatch or tailgate.
What the fix does
The bulb sockets will be replaced with properly molded sockets.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tail light socket may have been molded incorrectly, so the locking tab cannot hold the bulb firmly in place.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the tail lamp sockets.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel tank retention straps can break at the spot welds, causing a rattle underneath the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both fuel tank retention straps.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The easy entry latch on the second row right captain's chair may lack proper lubrication. The actuator spring can deform from repeated use, leaving the latch unlatched. This allows the seat to slide freely on its track and move toward the front of the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the latch and lubricate it or replace it as needed to secure the seat properly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The right-side captain's chair in the second row may have inadequate lubrication in the easy entry latch system. The actuator spring could deform from repeated use, leaving the latch stuck open. This lets the seat slide freely on its track and move toward the front of the vehicle.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the seat track for the right-side captain's chair, including the easy entry and exit latch mechanism.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
