MYRModel Year Report

1989 Nissan D21

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1989 Nissan D21
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:17:53.775Z

Only 4 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 4 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 D21 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 43 complaints 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 129 complaints 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 57 complaints 1997
1989: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19860
19870
19881
19894
19901
199131
199216
199343
199465
1995129
199644
199757

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 4 total reports mention: seat belts.

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PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, DEALER MADE REPAIRS ON VEHICLE BUT THE PROBLEM IS STILL THERE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960213

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE RUNNING FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960501

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE RUNNING FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960501

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900625 — equipment

INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.

Remedy: INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.

Campaign 90V072000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Nissan D21 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V072000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1991 ● 1993 ● 1996

WORST YEARS

■ 1995 ◆ 1994 ◆ 1997

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FAQ

Is the 1989 Nissan D21 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 D21?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Nissan D21 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.