1988 Nissan 200SX
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1988
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1988: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1995 | 51 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2001 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
5 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-04-27
Engine fire due to leak in the fuel injection system.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-20
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-04
Seats
1 of 8 total reports mentions: seats.
Seat belts
1 of 8 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
Small engine fire occured on the side were the distributor is located. Please describe. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-08-22
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat belt buckle failure
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1995-09-29Seat belts95V103002 The 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…
Remedy: Owners 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…
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1996-03-18Fuel system, gasoline95I006000 This 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…
Remedy: Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.
Buy-smart checklist
1988 Nissan 200SX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V103002 · Seat belts
- Recall 95I006000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1988 Nissan 200SX reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1988 Nissan 200SX?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1988 Nissan 200SX have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.