Nissan 200SX Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Nissan 200SX — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998Best | Good | 1 | 11 | 1 | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1997 | Good | 1 | 11 | — | — | — | Visibility | Full report → |
| 1996 | Caution | 1 | 21 | — | — | — | Visibility | Full report → |
| 1995Worst | Avoid | 2 | 35 | 7 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
4 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Nissan 200SX Problems
Based on 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Nissan 200SX Reliability
What year 200SX has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1995 Nissan 200SX had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 35 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 1995 report for specific defects.
Is the Nissan 200SX reliable?
The Nissan 200SX has accumulated 78 owner-filed complaints and 5 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 1998 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used 200SX.
What are the most common 200SX problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (24 reports), Visibility (13 reports), Service Brakes / Hydraulic (7 reports), Electrical System (6 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my 200SX has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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