MYRModel Year Report

1989 Nissan 240SX

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1989 Nissan 240SX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:07.788Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
36
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1983 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 36 complaints 1989 36 1990: 43 complaints 1991: 9 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 36 complaints 1989 36 1990: 43 complaints 1990 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 36 complaints 1989 36 1990: 43 complaints 1990 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998

1989: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19831
19870
19880
198936
199043
19919
19927
199310
19942
199560
19968
19976
19981

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

31% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing injectors and fuel injection system.

FIRE

Seat belts

19% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

When I was driving my car the electronic seat belt went forward, which basically means im unbuckled and it wont go back to the buckled position for some reason.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-16

Automatic seat belt doesn't move when door is opened or closed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-24

Engine and engine cooling

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Vehicle speed control

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing linkages.

CRASHINJURY

Steering

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing column and arm.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Front left wheel knuckle failed resulting in brake line cut and total loss of steering. Please describe details. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-18

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat belt buckle failure
  2. R
    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Nissan 240SX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103002 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Nissan 240SX 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 1989 Nissan 240SX?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Nissan 240SX have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.