MYRModel Year Report

1989 Nissan D21

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1989 Nissan D21
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:31:59.233Z

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
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 1 complaint 1989: 4 complaints 1989 4 1990: 1 complaint 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 43 complaints 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 129 complaints 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 57 complaints
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1989 4 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 43 complaints 1993 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 129 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 57 complaints 1997
1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1989 4 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 31 complaints 1991 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 43 complaints 1993 1994: 65 complaints 1994 1995: 129 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 57 complaints 1997

1989: 4 complaints

View as data table
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, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Passenger side seat belt buckle failure, dealer made repairs on vehicle but the problem is still there. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-13

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.

Electrical system

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle caught on fire while running from under the dashboard. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-01

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-06-25Equipment90V072000 Incorrect tire inflation pressures were printed on certification labels.

    Remedy: Install corrected tire information label on doorpost certification label.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Nissan D21 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V072000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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