1987 NISSAN 200SX
2 recalls, 14 complaints - 5 TSBs
95I006000 Nov 1, 1995
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE CAMPAIGN WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES OF AFFECTED VEHICLES WHICH COULD LEAK.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKS IN THE ENGINE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
95V103002 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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 SUR... Read more
Complaint Statistics
14 total complaints
3 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS | 4 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Apr 20, 2006
Incident date: Apr 20, 2006
FUEL LINE THAT RUNS FROM THE FUEL INJECTORS TO THE FUEL RAIL ARE LEAKING CAUSING THE CAR TO DIE. BUT THE FUEL IS LEAKING ONTO A HOT MOTOR WHICH COULD CATCH FIRE. THIS CAR HAS THIS SAME RECALL FOR OTHER VINS. OF THE SAME YEAR. BUT MY CAR DOES NOT FALL INTO THAT CATEGORY OF VIN #S. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2004
Incident date: Jan 30, 2004
GAS FUMES LEAKED THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. GAS SMELL BECAME OVERWHELMING WHEN VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN FOR AWHILE. DEALER INDICATED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL INJECTORS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
May 14, 2003
Incident date: Sep 19, 1999
FUEL INJECTORS LEAK. NISSANS "VOLUNTARY RECALL CAMPAIGN" DOES NOT INCLUDE THE CA20E ENGINE WHICH IS INSTALLED IN MY VEHICLE. THE FUEL PUMP WIRING IS EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS AND SHORTED OUT ON MY VEHICLE. *NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Nov 16, 2001
Incident date: Nov 1, 2001
A PRIVATE MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE FOR A FUEL LEAK AND DETERMINED THAT LEAK ORIGINATED FROM FUEL INJECTORS. MANUFACTURER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS COVERED UNDER RECALL CAMPAIGN 95I006000. HOWEVER, DEALERSHIP STATED THAT THIS RECALL ONLY APPLIED TO 6 CYLINDER ENGINE. REPAIRS WIL... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Oct 26, 1999
Incident date: Jan 22, 1999
WHEN I BOUGHT MY CAR IT ONLY HAD 40000 MILES ON IT SO ALL THE INJECTORS ARE ORIGINAL. ALL OF THE INJECTORS ARE LEAKING GAS ALL OVER MY ENGINE. WE CONTACTED NISSAN BECAUSE THE FUEL INJECTORS ARE LISTED AS RECALLED ON YOUR WEBSITE BUT IT IS ONLY FOR THE 6 CYLINDER MODEL. I BELIEVE IT IS ALSO AFFECTIN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Mar 11, 1999
Incident date: Mar 7, 1999
CONSUMER NOTICED A LEAKAGE COMING FROM THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM THAT HAS A HOLE, AND FUEL IS LEAKING ON THE TOP OF THE ENGINE. IT CAN START A FIRE WHILE CONSUMER IS DRIVING. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Jul 14, 1998
Incident date: Jun 8, 1997
WOULD SMELL GAS WHEN GETTING INTO VEHICLE. SOMETIMES OCCURS WHEN DRIVING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP AFTER TAKING TO INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. WAS TOLD FUEL INJECTORS NEEDED REPLACING. MANUFACTURER SAID VEHICLE WAS NOT RECALLED & WILL NOT CATCH FIRE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 4, 1997
VEHICLE FIRE.
Fire
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Apr 23, 1997
Incident date: Mar 25, 1997
RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE ON SEAT BELTS, TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND THEY TESTED THE SEAT BELTS AND SAID THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. CALLED MANUFACTURER AND THEY INDICATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND THERE SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN A TEST DONE ON THE SEAT BELTS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Jan 14, 1997
Incident date: Oct 1, 1996
THE FUEL INJECTERS ARE LEAKING GAS AND THE FUMES ARE MAKING THE DRIVER SICK AND POSING A FIRE HAZARD. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Jun 11, 1996
Incident date: May 24, 1996
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND DUE TO THE FUEL INJECTOR LEAKING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE. *AK
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 5, 1996
Incident date: Apr 5, 1992
WHILE STOPPED AT A SIGNAL LIGHT VEHICLE WENT INTO REVERSE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Nov 27, 1995
BRAKES MADE POPPING NOISE, AND FAILED. *DSH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Nov 27, 1995
ENGINE MADE NOISE, BURST INTO FLAMES.
Fire
EPA Fuel Economy, 1987 NISSAN 200SX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 NISSAN 200SX
5 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
| 111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES | 1 |
| 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
NTB-09-101
Sep 30, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB
NTB-09-129
Sep 13, 2010
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN 200SX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA89031
Opened: Jul 28, 1989 , Closed: Oct 31, 1990
SEAT FAILURES
SUMMARY:APPROXIMATELY SIXTY PERCENT OF THE REPORTS ALLEGED A FAILURE ORMALFUNCTION OF THE SEAT BACK ASSEMBLY, TWELVE OF WHICH INVOLVED ANACCIDENT.THE REMAINING FORTY PERCENT OF THE REPORTS ALLEGED A FAILUREOR MALFUNCTION OF THE SEAT TRACK ASSEMBLY, SIX OF WHICH INVOLVED ANACCIDENT.===
NISSAN 200SX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN 200SX across all model years (1980, 1999).
15
Total Recalls
209
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
30
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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