1993 Nissan D21
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1993 Nissan D21. Newest first.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Owner complaints
43 complaints4 involved a crash5 involved a fire4 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires
Tires purchased on 6-23-2008 for my 1993 nissan truck have sidewall dry rot. The front drivers side has failed at 25,000 miles of usage. I have not taken back to see if they will replace the tire(s). The goodyear p205/75r14 95T alleg tires need to be recalled for failure of construction. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
TL* the contact owns a 1993 nissan king cab. While undergoing inspection, the contact was advised that the entire frame was rusted and exhibited several holes. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
- Structure › Frame and members
My chief complaint IS on my 93 nissan hardbody pickup.frame IS severely rusted im a welder fabricator mechanic and had to box frob cab back to bumper in steal and put my own crossmember in it fell out. This IS merely a bandaid. Truck has 251,990 miles and all original im 3RD owner truck IS in great…
My chief complaint IS on my 93 nissan hardbody pickup.frame IS severely rusted im a welder fabricator mechanic and had to box frob cab back to bumper in steal and put my own crossmember in it fell out. This IS merely a bandaid. Truck has 251,990 miles and all original im 3RD owner truck IS in great condition other than frame.this IS an ongoing problem with these trucks seems mostly from 90 -97 my last 2 where 87 and 88 not to bad and one was from new york with the salt. I've owned the truck since 04-08 and checked frame and was not bad at all then started to go down hill fast . Its unsafe to sell I have been taking care of it no one would buy it and I cant just go buy another truck im contracting now and it IS a major tool. I also have pics of frame with bed off. *Tr
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1993 nissan pickup with hancock tires h215/75/r14. The steel belts began seperating, which caused grooves in all four tires. he also noticed a leak in the driver-side front and passenger rear tires. the vehicle was taken to discount tires. the passenger rear tire was…
TL* the contact owns a 1993 nissan pickup with hancock tires h215/75/r14. The steel belts began seperating, which caused grooves in all four tires. he also noticed a leak in the driver-side front and passenger rear tires. the vehicle was taken to discount tires. the passenger rear tire was replaced. the manufacturer was notified, but he was referred back to the dealer that sold him the tires. The current mileage was 126,538. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.
- Structure › Frame and members
I own a 1993 nissan pickup and the frame behind the right front wheel has rusted to pieces I have had it welded but no frame after 16 yrs. Should be that bad. *Tr
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Consumer alternator bolts were out an 1 1/2 inch. The ground wire from the alternator had not been hooked to the frame of the vehicle. *ts the consumer stated the establishment he took his vehicle to, performed unsatisfactory work. after leaving the establishment, the consumer began experiencing more problems with the vehicle. *Jb
- Power train › Clutch assembly
When slowing down and trying to down shift after exiting an interstate, I find that the clutch pedal IS completely depressed (bottomed out) unexpectedly, resulting in inability to down shift or move gear shift to neutral. this happens intermittently and without warning. this has happened several time over a period of one year. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
I drove somewhere, parked the truck and I smelled something burning and saw smoke coming from under the hood. I asked someone if they had a fire extinguisher and they did. I opened the hood and the guy used the fire extinguisher to put the fire out. It started in the wiring harness under the hood.…
I drove somewhere, parked the truck and I smelled something burning and saw smoke coming from under the hood. I asked someone if they had a fire extinguisher and they did. I opened the hood and the guy used the fire extinguisher to put the fire out. It started in the wiring harness under the hood. More specifically, there IS a resistor and a capacitor coming out of the wiring harness (near the driver-side headlight / distributor coil area) that was on fire. I don't know how many nissan trucks have this defect, but that's for nissan and the government to keep track of. I would also like to know, how many electrical / wiring harness fires have to occur before a recall IS in order? *Jb
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system · Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
I had a 1993 nissan EX cab p/u standard with a/c and power steering and I had a problem with the injectors staying on with the key off and would fill the engine full of gas. Needless to say it burnt up one day and the place where it burnt said for me to get it out of there before they towed it so it ended up in the scrap yard. *Ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
The fuel sender corroded and caused fuel to leak from the vehicle (nissan king cab). *ak *scc *nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
I purchased viper p22570s14 in late 99. between dec 02 and jun 03 I have had 3 separations/blowouts & 1 large bulge with steel showing. the 3 blowouts occurred at highway speeds, but luckily no accidents or injuries, just high heartbeats. I still have 2 of the tires in my possession. What options if any do I have in this situation? Thanks for any info. jsc. *nlm
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
Gas gauge IS defective it IS not reading properly. *ts
- Tires › Tread/belt
Complete tire size 31x10.50r15lt. front tire tread separated while on the interstate pulling a trailor. nearly flipped the vehicle over trying to stop.*ak (dot number: vd60at4435 tiresize: 31x10.50r1)
- Tires
Firestone stated that problem was unique, had never happened before and that there was no warranty on tire. They paid me $100 replacement cost. *Ak( dot number: VO66 atx 4 )
- Tires › Tread/belt
PE00 020; consumer was traveling about 70mph on highway and there was noise. rear right tire tread separated, and was slapping up against tire. firestone #atx tires, size 31x10r15 . there were no injuries. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
When driving vehicle cut off without prior warning, coming to a dead stop due to fuel pump malfunctioning. Also, this was the second fuel pump replaced. Please provide any further details. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Exaust manifold ) in this vehicle as well as the maxima and pathfinder have been redesigned. However , the problem with earlier year vehicles has not been addressed. I know of 6 other owners that have had this same problem. I was advised by the dealer that the replacement bolts were much stronger.…
Exaust manifold ) in this vehicle as well as the maxima and pathfinder have been redesigned. However , the problem with earlier year vehicles has not been addressed. I know of 6 other owners that have had this same problem. I was advised by the dealer that the replacement bolts were much stronger. They lasted 10,000 miles. This IS a well cared for vehicle in like new condition. Photos of the replacement of the manifold bolts at the dealership are available and can be provided in pdf format for your viewing. A random check of any dealership records will additionally help identify this problem with these models. I was removed from this vehicle in the winter of 99 by a trucker after stopping and sleeping in this vehicle at a rest stop on return from a ski trip. These vehicles should be recalled. Please contact me for any additional information required. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Timing belt slack adjuster pivot bolt backed out hitting the guide when caused the timing chain to break also causing damage to the valve and valve plate. *mjs
- Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
While driving steering gear snapped, causing no steering ability at all which resulted in a crash. dealer will replaced the steering gear box. please provide further information. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Right side of exhaust manifold leaking. two studs broken off. checked right side and found one broken stud, not leaking yet. I talked with two dealers, a parts distributor, and a owner of a 1989 pathfinder (same engine) and they all confirmed that this was a typical problem with this engine. I…
Right side of exhaust manifold leaking. two studs broken off. checked right side and found one broken stud, not leaking yet. I talked with two dealers, a parts distributor, and a owner of a 1989 pathfinder (same engine) and they all confirmed that this was a typical problem with this engine. I had the exhauset gaskets and studs replaced on both sides. ($ 856.75) this vehicle has been very well maintained and there IS no reason why the exhaust studs should be failing at only 70,000+ miles. the service writer informed me that they replaced the studs with "new & improved" studs. this would indicate to me that the original design was faulty. Neither dealer contacted mentioned any factory assistance available. there IS a service bulletin out on this item ((fc0009202)
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
At appoximately 40 mph, vehicle experiences extended stopping distance. The dealer has not been contacted. *yc
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Vehicle fire due to electrical wiring failure in the dashboard.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
An electrical fire started in the dashboard on the passenger's side. The entire compartment was destroyed by fire.
- Suspension › Front › Stabilizer bar
Front end began makeing noise when making turns and shifting gears. owner noticed that one bolt was missing from the front stabilizer bar and other three were close to falling off. hand tightened and drove to dealer. Continued to make noise, so it was returned to dealer. Found the bolts on the…
Front end began makeing noise when making turns and shifting gears. owner noticed that one bolt was missing from the front stabilizer bar and other three were close to falling off. hand tightened and drove to dealer. Continued to make noise, so it was returned to dealer. Found the bolts on the steering cross member to be loose. clunking noise returned. inspection found that one of the nuts on the cross member had stripped out and had to be replace. nissan service dept. Mentioned that they had had similar problems.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When the emergency IS hitched up to be in operation the regular brakes ar inoperable, causing the front driver's wheel to lock up. the dealer has been notified. *ak
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.
- 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.
- 4510200Unknown
- 629210Seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 623114Subject regarding essential tool - rear axle bearing removal kit. *Ttthe kit IS an essential tool and and will be automatically sent to all nissan dealers.
- 613465All vehicles built before 1n6sd11s8vc327106 with a fs5w71c transmission may exhibit a whine noise while driving in all forward gears except 4TH. The whine noise IS more pronounced in 1ST, 2ND or 3RD gears at slow speeds.
- 608053Some engines may exhibit a rattle noise when the engine IS idling at full operating temperature.
- 607626Concerns with the front seat belt latch plate stopper button missing.
- 601725Exhibiting a whine noise while driving in all forward gears except 4TH.
- 521744WD truck W71C manual transmission whine noise on acceleration.
- 52168Fs5r30a transmission whine.
- 52164Transmissions detent holes eliminated from adapter plate.
- 45793Truck/pathfinder blower noise.
- 43079Unknown
- 39921K24E tension side timing chain guide broken.
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