1990 Nissan 240SX
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1990 Nissan 240SX. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 sure the latch IS securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button IS pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired free of charge.
Owner complaints
43 complaints2 involved a crash2 involved a fire1 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 1990 nissan 240sx. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 95v103002 (seat belts). The contact was experiencing a failure; however, the dealer would not honor the recall and wanted to charge the contact for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Structure › Body
The factory break boosters on nissan 240sx model years 1989-1998 leak and drip break fluid onto the frame rail, eating away the rust preventive coating. This allows the elements to contact bare metal, oxidizing it and both weakening the structure of the vehicle and potentially causing the breaks to fail.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
I have purchased this auto april 20, 2005. I drove it for approximately two weeks. then an overpowering odor of gasoline emitted in the passenger compartment. upon inspection of the engine compartment, there was gasoline leaking from the fuel rail. I have had the o-rings and insulators replaced…
I have purchased this auto april 20, 2005. I drove it for approximately two weeks. then an overpowering odor of gasoline emitted in the passenger compartment. upon inspection of the engine compartment, there was gasoline leaking from the fuel rail. I have had the o-rings and insulators replaced on all four fuel injectors and the leak IS still present. it seems that I must now replace the injectors. in checking for possible recalls, I have noticed there were several other complaints made referring to the fuel system on these models, and that nissan would not recall the 240 sx even though the exact same design IS used in the four cylinder engine as the six cylinder models that they did recall. !!! Why not the 240 sx, nissan????? I intend to keep all old parts that are replaced.
- Fuel system, other › Fuel injection system
Smelled bad gas odor. Took to repair shop and said 3 out of 4 injectors were leaking, very dangerous. Replaced immediately. Now I am reading about recall # 95i006000--never notified. Will nissan refund or credit me for cost since this was immediate danger problem. Will provide proof of service and cost.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
3 of 4 fuel injectors leaking and fuel regulators needs replacement. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Fuel injector has leaked fuel due to fuel rail. Vehicle has been repaired three times. This part IS on national back order. Please provide further information.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Fuel injectors have leaked fuel due to the fuel rail. Vehicle has been repaired three times. parts are on a national back order. Please provide further information.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Fuel injector IS leaking and could cause a fire. The vehicle has not experienced any problem yet due to leaking fuel injectors. dealer was notified. *Ak *tt
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving and without warning there IS a noise coming from engine. timing chain has malfunctioned and needed to be replaced.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Fuel injectors leaking same as recall 951006000. *Ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Gas leaking from fuel injectors, other owners with same problem, IS it recalled?*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Master cylinder leaking. *Et
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
The saftey button on the ignition that you usually has to be pushed in to get the key out keeps getting stuck. Therefore I'm not able to get my key out. the problem has happened about 5 or 6 times already and to resolve it, I have to remove the plate that covers the ignition and button and press…
The saftey button on the ignition that you usually has to be pushed in to get the key out keeps getting stuck. Therefore I'm not able to get my key out. the problem has happened about 5 or 6 times already and to resolve it, I have to remove the plate that covers the ignition and button and press it a certain way. I have been stuck at various locations, not being able to leave my car, due to the fact that I can't get my key out. I believe this should fall under the manufacturers responsibility and not the customers. *ak
- Seats
The metal backing in the drivers seat IS starting to protrude through the seat material and into the drivers back.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
The engine idle control fails while on the road, not able to determine cause of idle problems. Yh
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Tires
Was coming to a light, took foot off gas, and rpms dropped to 1800. When taken vehicle out of gear, rpms would jump up over 1800 & then slowly decrease. Took to dealership 5 or 6 times for problem. Mechanic not able to resolve problem. Front tires would have no grip. car would keep rolling due to back wheel pushing. *Ak *ML
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Fuel injectors are leaking which causes a potential for vehicle to ignite and catch fire. Dealer has seen vehicle. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Fluid
Brake fluid caused the seals to fail, resulting in loss of brake power. The dealer has been notified. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
While driving consumer can smell gas within the vehicle, and all four of fuel injectors have to be replaced. also, there IS a noise coming from the fuel injection system. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
There IS a strong scent of gasoline from the vehicle after it runs at higher speeds (55+ mph). I also noticed some "liquid" around the engine. It seems to be gasoline. I know that nissans in the have had failures of the fuel injections, and I don't really want to drive my car too much because I'm afraid that a fire might break out. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
The internal seals in the fuel injectors are leaking gas onto the engine. Nissan said to replace the external seals, that did not solve the problem. now they say that the leaking injectors are not a safty issue, and will not replace them. I do not want my car to burn like a 300zx. I have talked with a number of people that own 240'S and a good number of them have or have had this same problem. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
The problem IS a safety issue, concerning the fuel injectors of 1989-90 nissan 240sx's. i, along with many others, have experienced external fuel injector leaks. ~100,000 miles, the fuel injectors will develop external leaks at the top of the injectors. Leaking on top of the upper intake…
The problem IS a safety issue, concerning the fuel injectors of 1989-90 nissan 240sx's. i, along with many others, have experienced external fuel injector leaks. ~100,000 miles, the fuel injectors will develop external leaks at the top of the injectors. Leaking on top of the upper intake manifold. if not resolved, this leak IS dangerous and could cause a fire. I have contacted my dealer and nissan consumer affairs, they failed to believe it was a mechanical defect. according to several prestigeous sources, fuel injectors are never supposed to leak externally -- unless defective. I have paid for (4) new injectors and installed them, the car IS fully operable. I kept the faulty injectors for further evidence in correspondance with this claim. thank you. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors
Front two fuel injectors are leaking, allowing gasoline to accumulate on top of engine block, potential fire hazard. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The timing chain adjustment guides failed, recall on 1989 models and a technical bulletin on the 1990, however vehicle not included in the recall. (Attorney for consumer).
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Timing chain guide and tensioner failed. nissan knew about problem and had fix in 2/89 and repaired 89 models, yet continued to put faulty components in 90 models without offering to repair
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- 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…
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.
- Takata seat belt buckle failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10243708DIAGNOSIS 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.
- 10239062SILICONE-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 injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.
- 1023906012 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 are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect Test with DCA and Replace results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT: CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000 CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/ DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/ DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/
- 10235710INTELLIGENT 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.
- 10235707VEHICLE 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.
- 10232658REMOVING 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.
- 10232657WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232652DIAGNOSIS 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.
- 10206391STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10192305SERVICE 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, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192233Nissan 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 Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming may no longer continue to meet these standards and may be seriously damaged. Therefore, Nissan most strongly discourages, and recommends that these wheels NEVER be subjected to, aftermarket chroming. See this bulletinfor further detail.
- 10192217If 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 PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical support or service can be obtained by calling 1-800-543-6618. NOTE: Brake rotors may need to be resurfaced during routine brake repair or for brake "judder" incidents. - Brake judder: A brake pedal pulsation and/or steering wheel shimmy when braking that occurs when there is too much thickness variation of the brake rotors (see NTB00-033). See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192216SERVICE 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 the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident. See this bulletin for further details.
- 10192145SERVICE 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 which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod resistance/noise issues. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10188377STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10032506Nissan: 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 manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any lube to its o ring; for frontier (D40 series) only, install the protector listed in parts information. Includes 2005-09 frontier. Updated 12/8/10.
- 10031305Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. Updated on 08-11-2011.
- 10030165Nissan: 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 model years listed.
- 10017473Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 10003515Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 4020500Unknown
- 629210Seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 607626Concerns with the front seat belt latch plate stopper button missing.
- 39921K24E tension side timing chain guide broken.
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