Nissan Van 1990

Model Van made in 1990 by Nissan got 2 investigations there are 5 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and tires. The car had some investigations: seat belts, structure. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, seat belts and steering. The car has one 2.4l engine.

Model 1990

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.4L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD17/20/1819/26/21Regular$ 87615890313
( 2.4L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD18/21/1920/28/23Regular$ 82815890313

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE
93V036000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 09/01/1986 to 03/01/1990V (Vehicle)3300008/15/1993ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/15/199303/29/1993
Defect SummaryNissan has made a preliminary determination that a defect exists in engine compartment component(s) that may fail due to the engine compartment heat.
Consequence SummaryThe undetermined engine compartment component(s) cancause an engine compartment fire, resulting in possible injury to vehicleoccupants.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new design cooling system including the fan belts, radiator, water pump, alternator, freeze plug shields, and associated hoses. the remedy will also include a new auxiliary electric fan and power steering fluid cooler. to complete the remedy, a warning system to monitor cooling system performance will be installed to detect potential engine overheating.
NotesSystem: engine compartment.vehicle description: passenger vans.note: see nhtsa campaign 94v031000 for further recall information on these vans.
94V031000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 09/01/1986 to 03/01/1990V (Vehicle)3300004/20/1994ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.02/25/199403/01/1994
Defect SummaryEngine compartment fires and other thermal incidents have occurred on vehicles which had received all of the remedies provided by a previous safety-related recall (nhtsa campaign no. 93v036000). the fires are attributed to errors in installing the remedy specified in the recall.
Consequence SummaryIf the remedy specified for recall 93v036000 was not performed correctly or the vehicle has not received the remedy, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryNissan will offer to repurchase these vehicles from the owners. the vehicles will then be destroyed. for owners that decline the repurchase offer nissan will provide a reinspection of their vehicle, free of charge, to confirm the prior recall was completed properly. also, nissan will perform any recall-related repairs that may be needed at no charge to the owner.
NotesSystem: engine cooling system; hoses.vehicle description: passenger, c22 vans.note: please contact nissan service center at 1-800-677-7822 for more information concerning this recall. consumers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
91V211000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 09/01/1986 to 03/01/1990V (Vehicle)3300004/17/1992ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.12/27/199104/08/1992
Defect SummaryThe cooling system hoses deteriorate and fail because of inadequate heat resistance. failure first occurs at the clamp connections, causing coolant fluid to be leaked or sprayed onto the engine compartment components.
Consequence SummaryIf the vehicle is operated with a low coolant level, thecooling system temperature and pressure would rise very quickly. coolantreaching the hot exhaust manifold can ignite and cause an engine compartmentfire.
Corrective SummaryReplace the defective cooling system hoses with improved heat resistant hoses, modify the coolant recovery system to prevent sudden increases in cooling system temperature and pressure, and replace engine compartment components which may have been damaged or would deteriorate with time.
NotesSystem: cooling system.vehicle description: passenger vans.note: included in the campaign service will be an engine oil and filter changeas well as a complete cooling system service. also, your dealer is authorized toprovide a loaner car, at no charge, while van is being serviced. the warranty onall powertrain components is extended to six years or 100,000 miles. previouslyextended powertrain warranty costs will be reimbursed, if requested.
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.
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
90V136000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 09/01/1986 to 03/01/1990V (Vehicle)3300011/08/1990ODINISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.08/06/199010/26/1990
Defect SummaryPower steering hoses may leak fluid that can spread to the exhaust manifold.
Consequence SummaryUnder certain conditions, the manifold may become hotenough to ignite the power steering fluid and result in an engine compartmentfire.
Corrective SummaryInstall new heat resistant power steering hoses. also, install new fan coupling to increase air flow volume through engine compartment and replace any other damaged components.
NotesSystem: power steering hose.vehicle description: truck van.

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 - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
FC000883409/01/199339641Unable to maintain 160 lbs tension on alternator belt after recall rc-006. *tw11/01/1995
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
STRUCTURE
PE93019NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/31/199307/28/1993POWER DOOR LOCK FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available