MYRModel Year Report

1987 Nissan Stanza

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1987 Nissan Stanza
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:42:34.707Z

Only 21 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 21 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, 1987 highlighted. 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 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
1987: 21 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 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

7 of 21 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and webbing.

CRASH INJURY
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SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE DURING AN ACCIDENT, CAUSING DRIVER TO GO FORWARD STRIKING WINDSHIELD WITH HEAD, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960222

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

7 of 21 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and injectors.

FIRE
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CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE NO INJURY CAR WAS TOTALED . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950926

NOTICED SMOKE UNDERNEATH REAR, NEAR GAS TANK, DUE TO ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MELT DOWN AND WIRES CATCHING FIRES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950922

HOOD RELEASE CABLES, TRUNK RELEASE, GAS RELEASE, AND SEAT RECLINE CABLES ARE ALL INOPERABLE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20070412

Also filed under STRUCTURE and SEATS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

STRUCTURE

4 of 21 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and trunk lid.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY

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

1987 Nissan Stanza — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V072000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Nissan Stanza?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Nissan Stanza have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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