Sell your 2004 Nissan Quest for cash

The 2004 Nissan Quest is a minivan that came with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine. At 22 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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2004 Nissan Quest at a glance

Body styleMinivan - 2WD
Engines3.5L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Automatic 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16–17 city / 23–24 highway / 18–19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,550–$3,700 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂468–494 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age22 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 22 years old, most of a 2004 Quest's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a minivan, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. 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 4 recalls for the 2004 Quest. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 69,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2004 Nissan Quest recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2004 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.

SeatsOct 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V480000

On certain mini vans equipped with a folding third row rear seat, when the third row seat is raised from its stowed position, it engages striker brackets, one on each side of the seat cushion. The fold-away striker loop is welded to a mounting bracket. The striker may become detached from its mounting bracket due to a broken weld at…

Risk: If the third row seat striker weld fails, the striker could separate from the mounting bracket. Striker separation could affect the risk of injury in certain types of crashes.

SeatsOct 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V474000

On certain mini vans, there is a seat adjustment mechanism that contains exposed moving components located at the rear inside edge of the second row seat.

Risk: When the operator attempts seat adjustment, a finger may be pinched in the moving seat adjustment mechanism which could cause an injury.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesApr 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V186000

On certain minivans equipped with a power sliding door(s), at an ambient temperature below approximately 40 degrees fahrenheit, the actuator for the power sliding door(s) may experience binding due to an out-of-specification condition. In order to open, close or reverse a power sliding door, the shift selector lever must be in…

Risk: This can result in the door coming open unexpectedly upon rapid acceleration, and an occupant could fall out of the door and be injured.

Air BagsMar 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V103000

Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the advanced air bag requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the air bag for the front passenger seat is to be turned off (so that it does not inflate) when certain occupants, such as small children, are in the front seat.

Risk: This reduces the risk of such occupants being unjured by an inflating air bag in a collision.

Common 2004 Quest problems

Owners have filed 445 complaints about the 2004 Nissan Quest with NHTSA. 7 reports involved a crash and 10 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 39 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

  • Electrical System61
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages53
  • Power Train38
  • Structure30
  • Engine and Engine Cooling29
  • Power Train29

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System69,000 mi
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages5,000 mi
  • Power Train9,000 mi
  • Structure6,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling73,000 mi
  • Power Train104,000 mi

2004 Nissan Quest service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 115 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2004 Nissan Quest. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Electrical System17
  • Engine and Engine Cooling9
  • Equipment6
  • Equipment5
  • Structure5
  • Air Bags4

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · NTB09-131C

    CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · NTB09-131C

    CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L

  • Service campaignSep 2024 · NTB23-080D

    Voluntary safety recall campaign 2004-2012 armada, titan, and 2004-2009 Quest; driver air bag cover campaign id #: pc944, pc946, pc947, pc949 applied vehicles: 2004-2012

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2024 · NTB13-107G

    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 4 defect investigations covering the 2004 Nissan Quest.

Air BagsPE08004 · opened Jan 2008, closed May 2008

Side air bag non-deployment

The subject vehicles are equipped with optional seat-mounted side air bags.all vehicles are equipped with standard frontal air bags and side air curtains.installation of the incorrect SRS diagnosis sensor unit does not impair deployment of the frontal air bag and side air curtain in the event of a crash.no reports of n

SeatsEA05012 · opened Aug 2005, closed Oct 2005Led to recall 05V474000

Finger pinch point

The seat adjustment mechanism contains exposed moving components, located at the rear edge of the second row seat.when the operator attempts to adjust the seat, a finger may be pinched in the moving seat adjustment mechanism.Nissan will conduct a safety recall on an expanded scope of Nissan Quest vehicles.on vehicles p

SeatsPE05019 · opened Apr 2005, closed Aug 2005

Finger pinch point

Odi has received five reports alleging that the consumer was injured using the vehicle's second-row seat release lever to fold the second row seat.Nissan states, ...the customer operation of the lever in some cases and subsequent orientation of their fingers is different than expected.Nissan also reported additional co

Latches/Locks/LinkagesPE04027 · opened Mar 2004, closed Jun 2004Led to recall 04V186000

Power-sliding door opening

In january 2004, Nissan received reports of power sliding doors coming open while driving.Nissan determined that at temperatures below 40 degree f, an out-of-spec door actuator could bind and prevent the door latches from fully engaging.this can lead to the door coming open unexpectedly.Nissan notified NHTSA by letter

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Selling a 2004 Quest: questions

How much is a 2004 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. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2004 Quest that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2004 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 2004 Quest with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 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 2004 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.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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