Tl* the contact owns a 1990 nissan 240sx. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 95v103002 (seat belts). The contact was experiencing a failure; however, the dealer would not honor the recall and wanted to charge the contact for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The worst 1990 Nissan 240SX problems
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Problems by type
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- Fuel system21
- Seat belts5
- Engine4
- Seats4
- Brakes3
- Acceleration2
- Body2
- Steering2
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Nissan 240SX
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- Risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired free of charge.
Recall number 95V103002 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Fuel leaks from fuel injectors
In October of 1995, Nisan conducted a safety improvement campaign, 95I-006.The campaign recalled Maximas (1985-88), 200SX (1987-88), 300ZX (1984-88, and Infinity M30 (1990-92), for fuel leaking from the fuel injectors.The remedy called for a replacement of the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.The recall was influenced by EA94-018, involving over 680,000 1984-89 Maxima and 300ZX vehicles, and was originally initiated as PE94-018 with 25 complaints, for a complaint rate of 4 per 100K.ODI has received 34 complaints for the 1990-92 Stanzas and 240SXs, for fuel leaking in the engine compartment from the fuel injectors, for a complaint rate of 10 per 100K.Fuel in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a vehicle fire.The purpose of this investigation is to evaluate whether the 1990-92 Stanzas and 240SXs should be recalled.
RQ99021
Takata seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
EA95007
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Nissan 240SX 25
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of vehicle pull (DRIFT) and/or steering wheel off-center
- 12 volt battery testing for in-service vehicles service information
- Silicone-based lubricant or grease CAN damage electrical components service information
- Vehicle key not detected / authenticated, engine will not start
- Intelligent key replacement or swapping between vehicles
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Wheel bearing collision damage
- Strut and shock absorber replacement guidelines
- Service information
1990 Nissan 240SX fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | RWD | 18 | 23-24 | 20 |
What 1990 Nissan 240SX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The factory break boosters on nissan 240sx model years 1989-1998 leak and drip break fluid onto the frame rail, eating away the rust preventive coating. This allows the elements to contact bare metal, oxidizing it and both weakening the structure of the vehicle and potentially causing the breaks to fail.
I have purchased this auto april 20, 2005. I drove it for approximately two weeks. Then an overpowering odor of gasoline emitted in the passenger compartment. Upon inspection of the engine compartment, there was gasoline leaking from the fuel rail. I have had the o-rings and insulators replaced on all four fuel injectors and the leak is still present. It seems that I must now replace the injectors. In checking for possible recalls, I have noticed there were several other complaints made referring to the fuel system on these models, and that nissan would not recall the 240 sx even though the exact same design is used in the four cylinder engine as the six cylinder models that they did recall. !!! Why not the 240 sx, nissan????? I intend to keep all old parts that are replaced.
Smelled bad gas odor. Took to repair shop and said 3 out of 4 injectors were leaking, very dangerous. Replaced immediately. Now I am reading about recall # 95i006000--never notified. Will nissan refund or credit me for cost since this was immediate danger problem. Will provide proof of service and cost.
3 of 4 fuel injectors leaking and fuel regulators needs replacement.
Fuel injector has leaked fuel due to fuel rail. Vehicle has been repaired three times. This part is on national back order. Please provide further information.
Fuel injectors have leaked fuel due to the fuel rail. Vehicle has been repaired three times. Parts are on a national back order. Please provide further information.
Fuel injector is leaking and could cause a fire. The vehicle has not experienced any problem yet due to leaking fuel injectors. Dealer was notified. *ak
While driving and without warning there is a noise coming from engine. Timing chain has malfunctioned and needed to be replaced.
Fuel injectors leaking same as recall 951006000.
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Questions about the 1990 Nissan 240SX
Is the 1990 Nissan 240SX reliable?
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the 1990 Nissan 240SX, 5.4 times a typical 240SX model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Nissan 240SX?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 21 complaints. Next is seat belts (5).
How many recalls does the 1990 Nissan 240SX have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
What year does the Nissan 240SX have the most fuel system problems?
The Nissan 240SX model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1995 (25 complaints) and 1990 (21 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1990 Nissan 240SX get?
Official estimates for the 1990 Nissan 240SX range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18 city and 23-24 highway.
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