Nissan 240SX years to avoid
The Nissan 240SX years to avoid are 1995, 1990, 1989 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1988 is the cleanest year on record.
238
Total complaints
2
Recall campaigns
1983–1998
Years covered
3
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
240SX years to avoid
Every 240SX year
Common questions
What are the worst Nissan 240SX years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 240SX years to avoid are 1995, 1990, 1989. The cleanest year on record is 1988.
What is the best year for the Nissan 240SX?
By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 240SX years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Nissan 240SX have?
Across all model years, the 240SX has 2 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 238 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.