1990 Nissan Van: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Nissan Van: 5 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #90V136000 · 1990 · 33,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Power steering hoses May leak fluid that can spread to the exhaust manifold.
Why it matters: Under certain conditions, the manifold May become hotenough to ignite the power steering fluid and result in an engine compartmentfire.
The fix: Install new heat resistant power steering hoses. Also, install new fan coupling to increase air flow volume through engine compartment and replace any other damaged components.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #91V211000 · 1991 · 33,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The cooling system hoses deteriorate and fail because of inadequate heat resistance. Failure first occurs at the clamp connections, causing coolant fluid to be leaked or sprayed onto the engine compartment components.
Why it matters: If the vehicle is operated with a low coolant level, thecooling system temperature and pressure would rise very quickly. Coolantreaching the hot exhaust manifold can ignite and cause an engine compartmentfire.
The fix: Replace the defective cooling system hoses with improved heat resistant hoses, modify the coolant recovery system to prevent sudden increases in cooling system temperature and pressure, and replace engine compartment components which May have been damaged or would deteriorate with time.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #93V036000 · 1993 · 33,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan has made a preliminary determination that a defect exists in engine compartment component(s) that May fail due to the engine compartment heat.
Why it matters: The undetermined engine compartment component(s) cancause an engine compartment fire, resulting in possible injury to vehicleoccupants.
The fix: Dealers will install a new design cooling system including the fan belts, radiator, water pump, alternator, freeze plug shields, and associated hoses. The remedy will also include a new auxiliary electric fan and power steering fluid cooler. To complete the remedy, a warning system to monitor…
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #94V031000 · 1994 · 33,000 vehicles
What's wrong: Engine compartment fires and other thermal incidents have occurred on vehicles which had received all of the remedies provided by a previous safety-related recall (NHTSA campaign no. 93v036000). The fires are attributed to errors in installing the remedy specified in the recall.
Why it matters: If the remedy specified for recall 93v036000 was not performed correctly or the vehicle has not received the remedy, a fire could occur.
The fix: Nissan will offer to repurchase these vehicles from the owners. The vehicles will then be destroyed. For owners that decline the repurchase offer Nissan will provide a reinspection of their vehicle, free of charge, to confirm the prior recall was completed properly. Also, Nissan will perform any…
Seat belts Vehicle recall #95V103002 · 1995 · 2,730,462 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Nissan Van so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 18 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Nissan Van have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 1990 Nissan Van. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Nissan Van get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1990 Nissan Van repair manual?
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