The vehicles fuel tank cracked at mounting strap and started leaking fuel, the tank has a know issue among other owners. The tank is very specific to the chassis with no available replacement. The issue happens mostly at the same location but nissan has so solution. This happened under normal driving condition.
The worst 1995 Nissan 240SX problems
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Problems by type
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- Fuel system25
- Airbags15
- Brakes5
- Electrical4
- Tires3
- Transmission3
- Visibility3
- Engine2
- Seat belts2
- Seats2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Nissan 240SX
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lamp
- What is wrong
- The instrument panel brake warning light will not illuminate when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder drops sufficiently to activate the low level switch due to an improperly wired diode, required by fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: there would be no indication to the driver of the vehicle that brake fluid was low. Low brake fluid can be caused by a leak in the system which may result in partial or complete loss of brakes and an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will correct the electrical circuit for the brake warning system so that the warning lamp will illuminate when the low level switch is activated.
Recall number 94V135000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Incorrect child safety seat tether ancho
See resume for details.
SQ98007
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Nissan 240SX 34
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
- Nissan: SRS precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation...
1995 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 | 24-26 | 20-22 |
What 1995 Nissan 240SX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan 240sx. The contact stated the fuel tank fractured and leaked fuel out of the vehicle. The contact called the trophy west covina nissan located at 205 n citrus st, west covina, ca 91791, and was informed that the replacement fuel tank was no longer available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that he had two other year make and model vehicles that had similar failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 187,750.
Hi, it is very common on all models 1995-1998 240sx for the gas tank to leak. Due to the 2 straps the hold the tank in place causing pressure and rubbing it cracks all our gas tanks. This should be fixed because it is a safety and environmental concern. It happens on all 1995-1998 240sx models. Please do something to get this fixed and resolved. You can look up 240sxforums.com, zilvia.net, ka-t.org ect everyone with those years has an issue with cracking fuel tank. All in the same spot. Here are a few links....you can just good 240sx leaking tank or s14 leaking tank and will find loads of posts on people having cracked tanks all the same spot...passenger side and sometimes on the driver side http://www.240sxforums.com/forums/general-tech/130588-cracked-gas-tank-s14-need-help.html http://nissan.240sx.net/viewtopic.php?t=9151 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=431065 http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-car-is-leaking-gas-t543849.html
Driving and noticed smell of gasoline. Parked car and inspected. Noticed that the fuel tank was leaking from a stress crack near the fuel tank strap. Fuel leak is obviously a safety hazard.
As I was driving down the road I started smelling an extremely large gas smell so I pulled over and looked under my car and my gas tank was leaking everywhere. It has a stress crack. No puncture or anything like that. The tank just started splitting apart.
As is common on 95+ 240sx gasoline began leaking out of my tank suddenly. I had no issues until one day I noticed the smell and a constant drip onto my driveway.
Filled the tank on my way to work and began smelling gas. Upon coming out at the end of the day there was a large puddle of gas under the car. At this point the smell of gasoline in the car was unbearable. Got the car home and found fuel leaking on the passenger side near the rear wheel. Looking under the car and found fuel streaming from the front portion of the fuel tank near the support strap. It appears that the tank is cracking in this location. Without removing the tank it appears to be a stress fracture of some kind in the plastic tank.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan 240sx. The contact stated that he was idling at a light when ne noticed the smell of gasoline. The contact parked the vehicle and then noticed there was a fuel leak from the vehicle. The contact replaced the fuel tank and the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for inspection. The manufacturer was notified and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 136,000.
After driving said vehicle nothing stood out however, towards the next day I smelt fuel and there was a leak roughly 1 meter wide. The gas tank cracked in a spot where other owners of the said vehicle had experienced a crack in the same fashion.
Smelled gas when getting in car. Looked under car to find gas tank leaking.
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Questions about the 1995 Nissan 240SX
Is the 1995 Nissan 240SX reliable?
Owners have filed 60 complaints about the 1995 Nissan 240SX, 7.5 times a typical 240SX model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Nissan 240SX?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 25 complaints, typically around 120,000 miles. Next is airbags (15).
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan 240SX have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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 1995 Nissan 240SX get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Nissan 240SX range from 20 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18-19 city and 24-26 highway.
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