2004 Nissan Quest vs 2004 Pontiac Montana
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Nissan Quest | 2004 Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 445 | 39 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 452 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,107 mi | 43,370 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Quest | Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 77 | 5 |
| Power Train | 72 | 2 |
| Structure | 70 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 61 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 48 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | 1 |
| Visibility | 26 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 41 | 0 |
| Stalling | 31 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 27 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 26 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
2004 Nissan Quest
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.