1992 Nissan D21
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 65 |
| 1995 | 129 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 57 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 16 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Seat belts
3 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
Electrical system
3 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing relay and wiring.
Show complaint excerpts
Starter relay failed, causing engine not to crank.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-17
Also filed under Power train
Wheels
2 of 16 total reports mention: wheels.
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Upon purchase of vehicle...previous owner stated that at 32,000 he had to have the frame plated on both sides in front of rear wheels...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-15
Also filed under Structure
Structure
2 of 16 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields and body.
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Vehicle was lifted on hoist, and literally broke in half. Frame was not visibly damaged prior to incident, and had only small amount of surface rust. Rear end of vehicle smashed to ground from 4 feet in the air.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-25
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…
Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
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2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Nissan D21 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1992 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 1992 Nissan D21?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Nissan D21 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.