1996 Nissan 240SX
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
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1996: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 1 |
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.
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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, 2001-06-19
Service brakes
2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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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, 2011-03-04
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, 2005-09-22
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.
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If the air condition was on when the vehicle came to a complete stop, the engine surged and the vehicle lurched forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1998-05-04SQClosed 1998-05-22 Incorrect child safety seat tether ancho
Buy-smart checklist
1996 Nissan 240SX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.