Nissan 200sx 1988

Model 200sx made in 1988 by Nissan got 9 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and tires. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seat belts. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.0l, 3.0l.

Model 1988

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.0L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD22/28/2424/35/28Regular$ 6263870828
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD23/28/2525/35/29Regular$ 6003870828
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD18/25/2120/33/25Regular$ 7143870904
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD19/26/2121/33/25Regular$ 7143870904

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
95I006000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 07/01/1984 to 07/01/1989I68664903/18/1996ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.11/01/199511/29/1995
Defect SummaryThis is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. the campaign will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses of affected vehicles which could leak.
Consequence SummaryFuel leaks in the engine could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryNissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.
NotesNote: nissan has decided to conduct a safety improvement campaign to replace the fuel injectors and related hoses without charge. owners can contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
95V103002NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 08/01/1986 to 07/01/1991V (Vehicle)273046209/29/1995ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.05/24/199505/24/1995
Defect SummaryThe front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked press. if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence SummaryThe safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryOwners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired free of charge.
NotesSystem: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger, multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NTB-09-03004/06/200910030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod08/12/2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
NTB-09-03004/06/200910030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod08/12/2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
NTB-09-03004/06/200910030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod08/12/2009
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NTB-09-12911/17/200910032506Nissan: vent control valve replacement. when replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service04/07/2010
TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
NTB-09-10109/29/200910031305Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. no models or model years listed. *pe01/04/2010

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
EA95007NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/10/199508/02/1995TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE95V103002
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
08/18/1995
 Small engine fire occured on the side were the distributor is located. please describe. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
12/01/20011
 Consumer stated there is a fuel smell coming inside of the vehicle through the vents, dealership is aware of problem.*ak *yh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
08/12/20031000003
 Fuel leaked onto the engine that could hav e caused a possible fire hazard. consumer had the vehicle checked, and was informed that fuel injecters were defective.*ak
02/24/2001
 Recall 95i00600; consumer found out about a recall. called nissan dealer, and was told that his vehicle was affected. consumer wanted to get this done as soon as possible, but dealer said could not do it until 3 days later. before dealer would perform recall vehicle was parked in garage and caught on fire. totalled vehicle, and destroyed garage. nissan will not take responsibility for this loss.*ak
07/03/19951
 Engine fire due to leak in the fuel injection system.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
02/24/20011
 The vehicle was taken to the dealer because a fuel odor was present which was coming from the fuel injectors, the consumer made an appointment to have vehicle repaired but prior to repair the vehicle caught fire while parked, the consumer was never notified of the voluntary service campaign concerning the fuel injectors and hoses. nlm
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
05/17/19951
 Seat belt failure, belt buckle broken, cannot latch seat belts, dealer is charging for repair. tt
SEATS
06/09/2001106/26/2001
 Vehicle was parked, consumer sat in driver seat, seat bottom detached from bottom of vehicle and consumer was thrown backward. consumer stated left front anchor broke, vehicle at dealer at this time. consumer not injured. *slc