CVT transmission is failing, it is very very common with Nissan.

- Antioch , CA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Quest. While driving approximately 50 mph and slowing down in traffic, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but hesitated to respond. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not informed of the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V076000 (electrical system, fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.

- Florence, KY, USA

SE me prendi una. Seal en la pantalla. Lo lleve mecnico. U me aparece el codigo PO101 Y al leerlo dice. Problemas. De la conducion gasolina al motor. Malo el flujo gasolina tengo temor. Pues. Ando con 3 nias. Que SE. Vaya. A parar mi carro Y un accidente

- Cutle Bay, FL, USA

Multiple times got into the vehicle (no specific time this would occur) and attempted to start the vehicle. The vehicle would start as it was in the park position. When the van would be placed in reverse it would engage and backing up would occur. Once then the vehicle was placed in drive, the vehicle would then shutter and then stall out. This did occur twice while driver was pulling out, and the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. After multiple attempts the vehicle would finally start. After the first two times this occurred, we started documenting the amount of fuel in the vehicle and each time this occurred it was on or below a quarter of a tank of gas. Since keeping at least a 1/2 tank of fuel, the vehicle has not exhibited this behavior. The vehicle was taken to local mechanic to be looked at. After assessing the vehicle based on our description, the mechanic stated that the vehicle needs to be taken to a Nissan dealer due to being a tsb out on this year and model of vehicle. Prior to this issue, the vehicle would shutter after being stopped in drive (stop sign, pulling out moving forward, or accelerating up a hill). Testing was done, and code P0500 was listed. We had the mass air flow sensor changed, new battery, and up /lower manifold gaskets changed, in attempt to fix this issue. After each of these services were done, the vehicle did run somewhat better, but still occurs off and on.

- East Brady, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Quest. While driving various speeds, the fuel tank gauge indicated that the tank was empty. The contact stated that two hours after filling up the fuel tank, the tank would be empty. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle to brown's fairfax Nissan (11010 fairfax blvd, fairfax, va 22030, (703)-591-8009) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that there were no recalls or warranties per the VIN. The failure mileage was 161,000.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

The van began to sputter and seemingly misfire once shifted into gear. I suspected a case of clogged fuel injectors and pressed firmly with the throttle to clear the line of debris. The van then stalled in the intersection as I was making a left turn, the transmission disengaged itself and provided no gear resistance. Fortunately the timing of oncoming traffic allowed me to coast out of the intersection, using the downward grade of a nearby alley in order to exit the street. Inspection of the van revealed obd II codes: P0500 and P0720. Further investigation revealed an existing recall for automobiles of this make, model and year, that exhibit the events I have encountered. I believe that recall:12V076000 recall date 02/29/2012 should be expanded to include my VIN due to the similarity of events encountered as well as the hazard thereby created. I am fortunate to have made it through the intersection without getting T-boned. Below are reference quotes and links that further describe the experience and illustrate the identical circumstances that prompted the existing recall. Reference a: P0500.enginetroublecode.com/Nissan-Quest P0500 obd-II diagnostic powertrain (P) trouble code description P0500 obd-II trouble code the vehicle speed sensor outputs a 4 pulse signal for every revolution of the rotor shaft, which is rotated by the transmission output shaft via the driven gear. After this signal is converted into a P0500 code. Reason for P0500 code the reason of P0500 obd-II engine trouble code is fuel composition sensor circuit malfunction. Parts or components should not be replaced with reference to only a P0500 dtc. The vehicle service manual should be consulted for more information on possible causes of the fault, along with required testing. Reference B: https://www.cars.com/recalls/Nissan-Quest-2012/ see attach. Thanks

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

There is a fuel system glitch in the software. The car stalls when idling or traveling at speeds lower than 40 mph. It almost always happens at stop lights or stop signs as well. Sometimes the car will not even drive but it will reverse. I am able to reverse out of a parking spot but am not able to drive forward. It it's very inconsistent and will happen frequently for weeks, then go a couple weeks without happening before it starts back again. A message pops up on the screen about a software error when the problem happens. It is the exact problem that has been recalled for the 2011-2012 Quests but my VIN number does not match the recall. I have taken it to get repaired twice and no one could find the problem. After it would not drive at all yesterday, a new mechanic found the problem and the bulletin about the recall but Nissan will not cover it because my VIN number doesn't match.

- Houston, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Quest. When the fuel tank reached a quarter tank and the vehicle was in a decline, the vehicle shut down. The vehicle was coasted to the bottom of the decline from where the contact proceeded to purchase fuel and filled the tank above a quarter of the tank. The dealer was contacted (coughlin automotive in newark, Ohio) where it was diagnosed that one of the fuel sensors was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

- Thornville, OH, USA

Though my vehicle was not subject to a recall I had the same issue as the other vehicles that had been recalled. With 40 miles left to go, according to my gauge, my vehicle stalled in traffic, on two different occasions, while turning left into gas stations. When I presented this issue to a dealer and to Nissan America I was told my vehicle was not subject to a recall, even though it was for the same problem and required the same repair as the recalled vehicles. I was charged over $300 for reprogramming my computer.

- Donalsonville, GA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Quest. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted; however, it would not accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the solenoid needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was exhibiting same failures as mentioned in NHTSA campaign number: 12V076000 (electrical system, fuel system, gasoline). The VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,499.

- Southfield, MI, USA

I was going to get gas for my Nissan Quest, the reading said I had 30 more miles to go before empty. I drove around the circle in the road and made the turn onto the road and my car stalled. I was almost hit by a truck behind me, but it swerved off the road to avoid my car.

- Milllersville, MD, USA

I was parked on a slope, with about 1/8 a tank of gas and the van would not start. I was able to start the vehicle after I put it in neutral and rolled it to level ground. I googled the problem and found out there was a recall, which I was never informed about. I took the van into the local Nissan shop and they performed the recall fix. When I asked why I wasn't notified of the recall, they said that my vehicle was manufactured after the dates covered by the recall, but it was obviously affected by the same issue (and that the dates in the recall must be "off"). the recall number is 12V076000, it covers vehicles manufactured between 7/29/2010 and 2/21/2012. My vehicle was manufactured on 2/23/2012, and has the same issue.

- North Wilkesboro, NC, USA

3 months after purchasing a brand new 2012 Nissan Quest (purchased vehicle on 04/15/2012), I was driving down a hill at a low rate of speed when the engine shut off and the car stated there was no more gas, even though there was a quarter tank. Cars behind me slammed on their brakes and luckily we were not hit. I put the car in neutral and after coasting down the hill and reaching a level part of the road, my car started again and told me that I had a quarter tank. After taking the car to the dealer, I learned there was an open recall campaign (NHTSA recall 12V076) on the 2012 Quest and the remedy was not performed prior to me purchasing the vehicle, which is against regulations as the recall campaign was started by Nissan before I purchased the vehicle. On 06/20/2012 (1 day after the incident) I took the car to a Nissan dealer to be repaired and the problem was supposedly fixed at town center Nissan under R/O number 6012078/1. on September 26th I started to turn into an intersection on a green arrow when my car shut off and said I was out of gas, (a minute prior to that the car said I had 37 miles and a quarter tank left). I was almost rear ended (the car had to swerve into another lane) and good samaritans pushed me into a parking lot close by. I realize that NHTSA has already acted on the problem my car experienced, but I feel something should be done with regards to the dealer "gwinnett place Nissan" who sold me the car without first fixing the problem (since it was a brand new car). I also want NHTSA to be aware that the "fix" so far has not worked for my vehicle. We are giving them a "final repair opportunity notice" via the lemon law.

- Acworth, GA, USA

Car was parked on a parking lot on a very slight decline. Low fuel indicator just came on but distance to empty indicator still shows 50+ miles. Vehicle started at first but started to shudder and then engine died. Tried restarting a few times but it will just shut off right away. All electrical components were fine (radio, lights, etc). Had to put 2 gallons of gas to get it to start again. Drove to the gas station right away and filled it up with only 14.5 gallons of tank. Manual says vehicle has 20 gallon fuel tank capacity. I was aware of the recall (campaign: 12V076000) but initially thought that my vehicle was not included since the campaign was back in March 2012 and I bought the vehicle in July 2012. Was later confirmed by Nissan Consumer Affairs and dealer service advisor that my car was indeed not included in the recall. However, car shows similar symptoms with same model cars that were recalled.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA