Sell your 1998 Nissan Quest for cash

The 1998 Nissan Quest is a vehicle that came with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine. At 28 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1998 Nissan Quest at a glance

Body styleSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Engines3.0L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,700 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂494 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age28 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 28 years old, most of a 1998 Quest's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a vehicle, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 Quest. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the visibility. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1998 Nissan Quest recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 1998 Nissan Quest. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Fuel System, GasolineDec 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V419001

Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there…

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Common 1998 Quest problems

Owners have filed 41 complaints about the 1998 Nissan Quest with NHTSA. 3 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 2 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Visibility6
  • Air Bags5
  • Equipment5
  • Structure5
  • Engine and Engine Cooling4
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages4

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags103,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling75,000 mi
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages30,000 mi

1998 Nissan Quest service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 54 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1998 Nissan Quest. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Fuel System7
  • Electrical System6
  • Service Brakes4
  • Structure4
  • Gasoline3
  • Steering3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · NTB08-097L

    DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous version

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2023 · NTB23-049

    12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connectio

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 2023 · NTB23-053

    SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior elect

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2023 · NTB13-107F

    VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions o

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 1998 Nissan Quest.

Vehicle Speed ControlEA00015 · opened May 2000, closed Jan 2001Led to recall 00V419001

Fuel tank vent hose leakage

Periodic exposure to liquid gasoline may result in extraction of antidegradants from the subject fuel tank vent hose.hoses which have suffered loss of antidegradant can develop cracks in areas of high strain.fuel may spray or drip from cracked vent hoses following tank fill.starting at job#1 1998 my (california emissio

Selling a 1998 Quest: questions

How much is a 1998 Nissan Quest worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1998 Quest that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1998 Quests that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1998 Quest with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 Nissan Quest; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1998 Quest?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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