1991 NISSAN 240SX
1 recalls, 9 complaints - 35 TSBs
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
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
SEAT BELTS
Dec 28, 2010
Incident date: Apr 1, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 1991 NISSAN 240 SX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT WAS INOPERABLE. HE CONTACTED A LOCAL DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER AND THEY BOTH DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 190,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
May 4, 2003
Incident date: Feb 12, 2003
ON COLD START-UP, BLACK SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST. *JB
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Apr 14, 1999
THE LAP BELT UNBUCKLES WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED SUCH AS HARD BRAKING WHERE THERE IS STRESS PLACED ON THE COUPLING. *MJS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Mar 25, 1999
Incident date: Mar 15, 1999
NEED ALL INJECTORS TO BE REPLACED...WAS INFORMED THAT LEAKY INJECTORS MAY CAUSE FIRE. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jan 29, 1999
Incident date: Jan 19, 1999
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION UNEXPECTEDLY STOPPED WORKING WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE. NO ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES RESULTED, BUT THIS COULD EASILY HAVE OCCURRED UNDER DIFFERENT CIRCMSTANCES. WHEN I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO A KNOWLEDGEABLE TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP, THE CHIEF MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 1, 1998
TRANSMISSION WAS WASHED AND NOW TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF 1ST. VEHICLE HAS SAT FOR OVER A WEEK AND STILL WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF LOW WHEN IT IS IN DRIVE.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Feb 25, 1997
Incident date: Feb 12, 1997
BOTH SEAT BELTS IN THE FRONT WILL NOT RETRACT. UPON PUTTING THE BELT ON THE BELT, IT WILL NOT RETRACT AROUND THE FRONT PASSENGER OR DRIVER. *AK
SEAT BELTS
Nov 13, 1996
THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOES NOT GO BACK AND FORTH. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Mar 1, 1995
WARPED FLYWHEEL CAUSED RELEASE BEARINGS/CLUTCH TO FAIL PREMATURELY. *DSH
EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 NISSAN 240SX
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minicompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 NISSAN 240SX
35 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
NTB08-097L
Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-049
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB23-053
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB13-107F
Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K
Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C
Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F
Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e
Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB-13-038
Apr 3, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS
NTB99001A
Mar 19, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition wh
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
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
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
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
99022
Oct 28, 2005
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99022C
Aug 5, 2003
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99022B
May 2, 2001
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99022A
Aug 26, 1999
150000 SEAT BELTS
CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE STOPPER BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN 240SX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ99021
Opened: Nov 2, 1999 , Closed: May 22, 2000
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... Read more
SQ98007
Opened: May 4, 1998 , Closed: May 22, 1998
INCORRECT CHILD SAFETY SEAT TETHER ANCHO
SEE RESUME FOR DETAILS.
NISSAN 240SX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN 240SX across all model years (1989, 1995).
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Total Recalls
238
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
27
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths
NISSAN 240SX - Year by Year
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