While driving out of a red light about 5 MPH left rear tire was punctured by a nail on sidewall. Insurance company stated that tire wore out and was uneven, and over inflated by tire dealer. P-195/60hr15, nissan, 240sx, 1992. *ak
The worst 1992 Nissan 240SX problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Lights1
Problems by type
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- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Lights1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
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
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Nissan 240SX 24
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
1992 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 | 18-19 | 24-25 | 20-21 |
What 1992 Nissan 240SX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Intuitively, I knew this was a manufacturing defect even though at the time I was denied compensation or adjustment. I bought 4 new tires after the failure of my firestone atx's but I saved the "exploded tire that damaged my truck to the tune of $500. And shook the hell out of me. It was a real close call on I -17 in phoenix , az. If it had not been at night when the freeway was uncrowded I am sure it would have been much more serious. I want to show this tire and the still existing damage to my truck to somebody and I believe firestone should reimburse me now that their little secret is out in the open.( dot number: vd60atn072 tire size: 31x10.5r15 )
Abs brakes failed.
Smoke eminates from center console aprox where gear shift lever is located, inside vehicle. Unable to determine the source of the smoke, it is very light, but noticable. Smell evident as well
The consumer said she was not around when the vehicle got on fire, but when she got there, the police told her they did not know how the vehicle got on fire. According to consumer, she thinks the fire had started in the engine.
Idle speed control failed.
Radio/cassette failed.
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Questions about the 1992 Nissan 240SX
Is the 1992 Nissan 240SX reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1992 Nissan 240SX, close to a typical 240SX model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Nissan 240SX?
Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 1992 Nissan 240SX have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Nissan 240SX get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Nissan 240SX range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18-19 city and 24-25 highway.
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