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Nissan 240SX problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every 240SX from 1990 to 1998: 146 owner complaints and 3 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (60), 1990 (43), 1993 (10). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (1998).

Nissan 240SX
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Fuel system40
Airbags18
Brakes (hydraulic)15
Seat belts13
Engine & cooling12
Tires10
Electrical8
Fuel & propulsion8

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199014320
19911922
19920721
199301022
19940220
199516022
19960822
19970622
19980122

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Nissan 240SX?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (60), 1990 (43), 1993 (10).

How many recalls has the Nissan 240SX had?

Across 1990–1998, NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).