MYRModel Year Report

1986 Nissan Stanza

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1986 Nissan Stanza
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:41:52.438Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Stanza Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 21 complaints 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 36 complaints 1991: 33 complaints 1991 1992: 33 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1996
1986: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19820
19831
19842
19856
198616
198721
19886
198910
199036
199133
199233
19932
19941
19951
19961

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing injectors and delivery.

FIRE
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VEHICLE FIRE, RESULTING FROM A COLD START. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960222

SEAT BELTS

3 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

STEERING

2 of 16 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.

CRASH INJURY
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POWER STEERING PROBLEMS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960123

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.

FIRE
STRUCTURE

1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860930 — fuel system, gasoline

IF A CERTAIN TYPE OF REAR END COLLISION OCCURS, THE EDGE OF A WELDED BRACKET ON THE FLOOR PANEL SUBFRAME MAY PIERCE THE FUEL FILLER PIPE.

Remedy: INSTALL A COVER OVER THE BRACKET.

Campaign 86V101000 — check if this car was fixed

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

1986 Nissan Stanza — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V101000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V072000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 1986 Nissan Stanza?

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

How many recalls does the 1986 Nissan Stanza have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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