MYRModel Year Report

1990 Nissan 240SX

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1990 Nissan 240SX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:09:37.497Z

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
43
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

49% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1983 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 36 complaints 1990: 43 complaints 1990 43 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 1990: 43 complaints 1990 43 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 1990: 43 complaints 1990 43 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

1990: 43 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

49% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing injectors and fuel injection system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Nissan corporation is aware of the fuel injector defect. According to future Nissan is roseville, ca. Nissan corporation has warrantied the fuel injectors in a select number of models and cylinder types.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-08

I have purchased this auto April 20, 2005. I drove it for approximately two weeks. Then an overpowering odor of gasoline emitted in the passenger compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-05-15

3 of 4 fuel injectors leaking and fuel regulators needs replacement.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-11

Seat belts

12% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing webbing and retractor.

CRASHDEATH
Show complaint excerpts

Seat belt failed to restrain driver upon impact, driver thrown half way out of window; vehicle crushed driver, resulting in a fatality.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-27

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 Nissan 240SX. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 95V103002 (Seat belts).

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-08

Engine and engine cooling

9% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing engine.

Service brakes

9% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Seats

9% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · 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 →

  3. I
    1999-11-02Recall queryClosed 2000-05-22 Fuel leaks from fuel injectors

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Nissan 240SX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

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

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Nissan 240SX?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 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.