1995 Nissan 200SX
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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
37% of complaints: air bags — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FRONTAL COLLISION IMPACT 12:00 SPEED 45 MPH, DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOY AFTER IMPACT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950928
12% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I HAD A MINOR FENDER BENDER ABOUT 5 DAYS AGO AND MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING SERIOUS BURNS TO MY HANDS AND WRISTS AND MINOR FACIAL BURNS. I WOULD HAVE BEEN UNHURT HAD THE AIRBAGS NOT DEPLOYED. I REAR-ENDED ANOTHER CAR DUE TO SUN GLARE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040908
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 NISSAN 200SX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS DISCONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190910
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
HAD AN ACCIDENT, BRAKE PEDAL FLUTTERED, AIR BAG DEPLOYED LATE, LAP BELT LOCKED SHOULDER BELT DID NOT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19960220
HAD AN ACCIDENT, BRAKE PEDAL FLUTTERED, AIR BAG DEPLOYED LATE, LAP BELT LOCKED SHOULDER BELT DID NOT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19960220
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
INJURY4% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR WAS NOT PROPERLY PURGED OF ALL AIR DURING THE FILL AND EVACUATION PROCESS CAUSING AIR BUBBLES TO GET INTO THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL BLEED THE ABS HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR TO REMOVE ANY AIR BUBBLES IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
Campaign 95V028000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. WATER CAN ENTER AND DISPLACE THE GREASE IN THE WIPER ARM LINKAGE BALL JOINT WHERE THE WIPER LINKAGE ATTACHES TO THE WIPER MOTOR LINKAGE.
Remedy: TO PREVENT GREASE FROM BEING WASHED OUT OF THE JOINT, THE DEALERS WILL MODIFY BY ADDING A WATER DIVERSION SEAL THAT WILL PREVENT WATER FROM ENTERING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE BALL JOINT AREA.
Campaign 98V093000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE N
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Nissan 200SX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V028000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V093000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1995 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 1995 Nissan 200SX?
The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan 200SX have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.