2016 Nissan Quest maintenance schedule
The 2016 Quest is part of the RE52 generation (2014-2017), sold as a minivan. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.
Service schedule
What the 2016 Quest needs, and when
8 of these 11 items come from Nissan's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Nissan's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide. Rows marked Unverified have no source Carlyle could confirm and are shown for completeness.
| Service | Interval | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil and filter Synthetic recommended | 5,000 mi / 6 months | Manufacturer |
| Engine air filter Replace up to 30,000 miles | 15,000 mi | Manufacturer |
| Cabin air filter Replace up to 30,000 miles | 15,000 mi | Manufacturer |
| Tire rotation Perform at oil change | 5,000 mi / 6 months | Manufacturer |
| Brake fluid Inspect at 15,000 miles | 30,000 mi | Independent |
| Engine coolant Check every 3 months | 30,000 mi | Manufacturer |
| Transmission fluid Inspect every 10,000 miles | 60,000 mi / 6 years | Manufacturer |
| Spark plugs Major service interval | 105,000 mi | Independent |
| Serpentine belt Inspect every 10,000 miles / 12 months | Inspect, replace as needed | Manufacturer |
| PCV valve | Inspect, replace as needed | Unverified |
| 12V battery Replace every 3-5 years | 3 years | Manufacturer |
Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them.
Fluids and engines
What goes in it
- Coolant
- Nissan Blue Long Life Coolant
- Transmission fluid
- Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3
Powertrains in this generation
- 3.5L 6-cyl (VQ35DE), 260 hp, CVT, FWD
Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recalls matched the 2016 Nissan Quest
From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Nissan dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.
Running costs
What maintenance typically costs
- A typical year of maintenance
- $500
Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.
Other Quest model years
Shopping new? The Nissan Quest guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.
Sources
- maintenance-schedules.nissanusa.com (Manufacturer)
- nissanusa.com (Manufacturer)
- parts.nissanusa.com (Manufacturer)
- caredge.com (Independent)
- repairpal.com (Independent)
Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.
Running a Quest for income?
Carlyle scores the exact listing on cost per remaining mile and projected Turo income, so you know what a 2016 Quest earns before you buy it.
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