Nissan Pulsar 1984

Model Pulsar made in 1984 by Nissan got 1 consumer complain, 3 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to fuel system, gasoline. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and tires. The car had some investigations: seats, suspension. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, latches/locks/linkages. The car has one engine.

Model 1984

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
4Automatic, 3 gears30/39/33$ 624383 9 2
4Manual, 5 gears35/49/40$ 536383 9 2
4Automatic, 3 gears29/39/33$ 647383 9 2
4Manual, 5 gears35/49/40$ 536383 9 2

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - SWITCH
85V021000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 07/01/1983 to 09/01/1983V (Vehicle)11900MFRNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/01/198503/11/1985
Defect SummaryImpure lubricating grease used in the headlight switches could contaminate one or more contact points. operation of the headlights could be delayed or not light when the switch is turned on or when the dimmer switch is operated. consequence of defect: loss of head lights while driving could result in a vehicle accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace headlight switch as necessary.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars.system: headlight switch.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - HOOD - LATCH
84V139000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. V (Vehicle)8600012/05/1984ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.11/05/198411/13/1984
Defect SummaryDue to improper operation of the secondary hood latch by owners using excessive force on the lever, the hood latch assembly may become damaged, resulting in separation of the secondary latch from the latch assembly.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the hood latch assembly with one that will reduce the likelihood of abuse or improper operation, free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; secondary hood latch assembly.consequences of defect: if separation were to occur and the car were drivenwith the hood not fully closed or if the primary hood latch were to be releasedduring vehicle operation, the hood could open fully, obstructing drivers view;a vehicle accident could occur.

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
SEATS
EA89031NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.07/28/198910/31/1990SEAT FAILURES
 There is no summary currently available
PE88092NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.08/09/198807/28/1989SEAT FAILURES
 There is no summary currently available
SUSPENSION
EA85008NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.02/14/198504/27/1987REAR SUSPENSION OVERLOAD85V089000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
 Owner never notified of recall notice #ts84-083, for fuel pump replacement. is nissan responsible to replace with updated fuel pump?