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1995 Nissan 240SX problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 76 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 9.5 times the median 240SX year — the 1995 model ranks #1 of 13 240SX years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 25 reports (33% of the total).

76

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

14

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other 240SX years?

240SX NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted76 complaints1983: 1 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 46 complaints1990: 51 complaints1991: 9 complaints1992: 14 complaints1993: 20 complaints1994: 5 complaints1995: 76 complaints1996: 8 complaints1997: 7 complaints1998: 1 complaints
240SX NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Nissan 240SX problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System2533%
Airbags1520%
Brakes68%
Visibility & Wipers45%
Electrical System45%
Seat Belts45%
Transmission45%
Tires & Wheels34%
Seats34%
Engine23%
Other23%
Suspension11%
Steering11%
Speed Control11%
Body & Structure11%

Does the 1995 Nissan 240SX have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

94V135000BrakesJuly 25, 1994 · 7,500 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 4, 2020

“NISSAN LEFT; ONCOMING VEHICLE DID NOT STOP, IT HIT NISSAN RIGHT REAR WHEEL, PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY; WAS AT DEALER TO CORRECT THE MALFUNCTIONING AIR BAG LIGHT 2 MONTHS. AGO. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 22, 1997 · crash

“I FORGOT TO MENTION NOT ONLY IS THE BRAKE SYSTEM BAD BUT THE TAKOMETER AND GAS GAUGE AS WELL. ODI #738038. NO ONE WILL LISTEN. THE 91 240SX WAS GREAT! THIS CAR IS A SAFETY HAZARD. I'VE INQUIRED ABOUT WHY IT WAS DISCONTINUED AND I CAN'T GET A ANSWER FROM ANYONE.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes

“DROVE VEHICLE OUT OF GARAGE & PARKED IT; LEFT & GOT WATER TO WASH VEHICLE; RETURNED & FOUND VEHICLE IN FLAMES; FIRE DEPT. ARRIVED & PUT FLAMES OUT; INSURANCE ADJUSTER SAID IT WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDERHOOD. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 8, 1996 · fire

1995 Nissan 240SX — common questions

Is the 1995 Nissan 240SX reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 76 complaints put the 1995 model at #1 of 13 240SX years. It is one of the 240SX years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 240SX problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (25 complaints), airbags (15 complaints), brakes (6 complaints).

Does the 1995 Nissan 240SX have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Nissan 240SX. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Nissan 240SX under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Nissan 240SX years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 240SX years to avoid are 1995, 1990, 1989. The cleanest record among 240SX years belongs to 1988.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.