1995 Nissan 240SX
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1995 Nissan 240SX. Newest first.
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 and remedy
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.
Owner complaints
60 complaints9 involved a crash2 involved a fire5 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
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.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
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…
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.
- Fuel/propulsion system
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.…
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
- Fuel/propulsion system
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.
- Fuel/propulsion system
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.
- Fuel/propulsion system
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. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
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…
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. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
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…
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.
- Fuel/propulsion system
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. *Tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Smelled gas when getting in car. Looked under car to find gas tank leaking. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
95 nissan 240sx gas tank failure, cracked and leaking gasoline. Nothing was done to the tank, it just cracked and started leaking. *Jb
- Fuel system, gasoline
The fuel tank has a crack and IS leaking everywhere at my apartment complex. It has was wasted upwards of $15 of premium fuel. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Cracked fuel tank resulting in gas all over rear tires, differential, and exhaust system
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas tanked cracked adjacent to the mounting strap causing gasolene spillage - this IS a well documented problem and should be addressed by the manufacturer. *tt
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas tank leaks fuel due to crack developed from normal driving. Could have caused fire and serious fines from epa. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Vehicle was left unused for several days while out of town, and developed a fuel leak from the gas tank for no reason. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel tank IS leaking gas onto the ground. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
The gas tank on the 1995-1998 nissan 240sx IS made of a composite material. Between friday may 7, and saturday may 8, 2010 a stress fracture in the fuel tank formed on the passenger side of the vehicle, adjacent to the strap which holds the tank to the car. The fracture in the tank resulted in a…
The gas tank on the 1995-1998 nissan 240sx IS made of a composite material. Between friday may 7, and saturday may 8, 2010 a stress fracture in the fuel tank formed on the passenger side of the vehicle, adjacent to the strap which holds the tank to the car. The fracture in the tank resulted in a large quantity of fuel leaking over the garage floor. This was a very serious problem as it could have led to a severe vehicle and house fire. The failure has not yet been corrected. To prevent more fuel from leaking from the vehicle, and to reduce the possibility of a fire, the vehicle's battery was disconnected, and the remaining fuel in the vehicle was siphoned into gasoline container. The replacement of the tank requires removing the entire rear subframe of the vehicle which consists of the rear suspension and driveline-- a labor intensive process. this IS the second composite part that has failed on the vehicle within two months. The manufacturer also uses a radiator with composite inlets and outlets. Over time and due to heat cycling, the composite material developed a stress fracture resulting in coolant being dumped out of the vehicle. *Tr
- Air bags
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan 240sx. the air bag control module was defective and the light began flashing a few years ago. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the light did not affect the functionality of the air bags. recently, the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan 240sx. the air bag control module was defective and the light began flashing a few years ago. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the light did not affect the functionality of the air bags. recently, the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and he stated that the air bags would not work in a crash because the air bag light was illuminated. the engine size and number of cylinders were unknown. the current mileage was 90,000 and failure mileage was 20,000. updated 10/23/07 *tr
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly
Where the gas tank stap IS mounted to the car has rubbed against the gas tank and has created a horrible gas leak. I can't even fill the tank an eighth of the way without it leaking. This could catch on fire and needs to be taken care of. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
1995 nissan 240sx gas tank failure, cracked and leaking gasoline. Nothing was done to the tank, it just cracked and started leaking. *nm
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly
I have a 1995 nissan 240sx, and the fuel tank has a substantial leak.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The fuel tank where the strap was attached broke, and fuel leaked onto the exhaust system. the manufacturer refused to repair. the consumer was told that they never had a complaint on this matter. *ak *sc
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Crack in gas tank, causing leaking fuel.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Defect in all nissan 240sx gas tanks, results leading to gas leaking. Nissan manfactures should do an recall and fix this problem. *jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Incorrect child safety seat tether ancho
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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.
- 10051767Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
- 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.
- 10025522Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by unintentional activation of the srs on all nissan models with the srs systems. Updated 2/21/14.
- 10017473Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 10003515Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 632164Subject regarding revised throttle position sensor (tps) adjustment procedure.
- 631971Information on nissan revised tps adjustment procdure. *Slc
- 631766Information regarding essential tool: throttle position sensor test connector. *Slc
- 629210Seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 607626Concerns with the front seat belt latch plate stopper button missing.
- 602818Vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on with dtcs p0120, p0510, p0731, p0732 or p0733 with no driveability incidents.
- 601717Information regarding instrument panel inspection after passenger air bag activation.
- 52100Front exhaust tube cracked.
- 43081Unknown
- 39741Malfunction indicator light on due to loose or bad connections.
- 37993Improper wiper operation.
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