1986 NISSAN STANZA
2 recalls, 18 complaints - 5 TSBs
90V072000 Apr 17, 1990
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence
INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.
Complaint Statistics
18 total complaints
3 crashes 6 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 2 |
| STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 1, 2009
Incident date: Mar 30, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 NISSAN STANZA. AS THE CONTACT PARKED HER VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY, SHE NOTICED SMOKE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE, BUT DID NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE BECAUSE THE ENGINE WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED IN FL... Read more
Fire
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Apr 28, 2004
Incident date: Apr 28, 2004
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OR IN MOTION DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE DOORS WOULD UNEXPECTEDLY OPEN ON THEIR OWN. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE
Nov 1, 2002
Incident date: Sep 1, 2002
VEHICLE FUEL GAUGE IS RECEIVING FALSE READING FROM THE SENDING UNIT WHILE DRIVING. CONDITION CAUSES VEHICLE TO STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. MR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Aug 21, 2002
Incident date: Mar 3, 1999
INJECTOR FUEL LEAK CAUSED UNDER-HOOD FIRE AFTER VEHICLE WAS PARKED, TOTALLING VEHICLE. (SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPT. INCIDENT #18501). *AK
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jul 9, 2002
Incident date: Jun 25, 2002
CONSUMER STARTED VEHICLE AND IT WOULD NOT START. CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. FIRE CAUSED TOTAL LOSS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Feb 6, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
PIPES CONNECTED TO ENIGNE WHICH CARRY FUEL HAD LEAKED, AND THERE WAS A FIRE IN ENGINE. *AK
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
May 24, 2001
Incident date: May 1, 2001
ALL 4 FUEL INJECTORS ARE LEAKING FUEL. COULD CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD. CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER AND MANUFACTURER; BUT, THEY REFUSED TO HELP CONSUMER. NISSAN REFERENCE NUMBER FOR COMPLAINT#3431540. *AK MANUFACTURERTOLD CONSUMER THAT FUEL INJECTORS USUALLY LEAK AND CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBILE FOR REPLACIN... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 25, 1996
Incident date: Jun 27, 1996
WHEN LEAVING A PARKING SPACE THE CAR SLIPPED INTO REVERSE AND ACCLERATED ON ITS ON AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.PLEASE DESCCRIBE. *AK
Crash
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 25, 1996
Incident date: Jun 27, 1996
WHEN LEAVING A PARKING SPACE THE CAR SLIPPED INTO REVERSE AND ACCLERATED ON ITS ON AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.PLEASE DESCCRIBE. *AK
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 10, 1996
Incident date: May 23, 1995
DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL. *SKD
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Nov 2, 1995
VEHICLE FIRE, RESULTING FROM A COLD START. *AK
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Nov 2, 1995
VEHICLE FIRE, RESULTING FROM A COLD START. *AK
Fire
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Jan 23, 1996
Incident date: Nov 12, 1993
POWER STEERING PROBLEMS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
Crash
2 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jan 19, 1996
RECALL ON SEAT BELTS IN CAR AND DEALER DOES NOT HAVE PARTS TO FIX. HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR AT LEAST A YEAR FOR LETTER TO BE SERVICED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Aug 10, 1995
Incident date: Aug 10, 1995
THE CAR IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. THIS CAUSING THE POWER STEERING TO GO OUT WHILE DRIVING. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jul 21, 1995
Incident date: Jul 7, 1995
THE REAR SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE HAS RUSTED AWAY. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Apr 18, 1995
BOTH REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELTS NO LONGER WORK, THEY WILL NOT FASTEN BECAUSE OF BROKEN PEICES THAT HAVE FALLEN INTO LOCKING SPACE. TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Apr 11, 1995
Incident date: Feb 1, 1995
PURCHASE CAR USED WHEN DRIVING CAR CUT OFF . TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1986 NISSAN STANZA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 30.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1986 NISSAN STANZA
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 STANZA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP88001
Opened: Sep 29, 1987 , Closed: Feb 19, 1988
FIREWALL SEAM SPLIT
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NISSAN STANZA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN STANZA across all model years (1982, 1992).
8
Total Recalls
213
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
4
Reported Deaths
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