Nissan 240SX Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Nissan 240SX have?

The Nissan 240SX has 1 recall campaign on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1995 through 1995. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my 240SX under recall?

Whether your specific 240SX is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled 240SX year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 1995 Nissan 240SX has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 1 campaign. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

1 recall campaign on record across 1 model year of the Nissan 240SX. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

131

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years17 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 1995

Affected Model Years

19951R · 36C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Brakes1 campaign (100%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Nissan 240SX

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

SEAT BELTS

SEATS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

Based on 131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 5 injuries reported.

All Nissan 240SX Recall Campaigns

#94V1350001995 Nissan 240SXBrakes

Issued: Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP

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."

Risk: 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 O…

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.

Recalls by Component

1Brakes Recalls

#94V135000MY 1995

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP

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 IMPROPE…

Nissan 240SX Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Nissan 240SX have?

The Nissan 240SX has 1 recall campaign in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1995 through 1995.

Is my 240SX under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled 240SX year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 1995 Nissan 240SX has the highest recall campaign count (1 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a 240SX recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a 240SX?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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