MYRModel Year Report

1996 Nissan 240SX

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1996 Nissan 240SX
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:43:09.289Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan 240SX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 36 complaints 1990: 43 complaints 1990 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 complaints 1998
1996: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19831
19870
19880
198936
199043
19919
19927
199310
19942
199560
19968
19976
19981

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

TIRE TREAD SEPARATED ON TWO INSTANCES. ONE DID DAMAGE TO REAR OF CAR. ALMOST HAD ACCIDENT AS RESULT. *AK (TIRESIZE: 175/70/14)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: 175/70/14 )

NHTSA ODI report, 20010619

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY TO SCHOOL ALONG WITH MY BROTHER AND I NOTICED THAT THERE'S A VERY STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR DURING DRIVING. I STOPPED AT A SAFE PLACE TO CHECK AND I NOTICE THAT THERE'S GAS DRIPPING SLOWLY UNDER THE GAS TANK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110304

DT: THERE WAS A SPLIT IN THE SEAM OF THE GAS TANK. THE SMELL OF GAS WAS STRONG IN THE GARAGE. THIS HAD BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A WEEK. THE CONSUMER NOTICED A SPOT ON THE DRIVEWAY AND SUSPECTED THAT IT WAS GAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050922

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Show complaint excerpts

IF THE AIR CONDITION WAS ON WHEN THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE SURGED AND THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030414

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19980504 — SQ (closed 19980522)

INCORRECT CHILD SAFETY SEAT TETHER ANCHO

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Nissan 240SX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Nissan 240SX?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Nissan 240SX have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.