Nissan 200SX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Nissan 200SX model year (1995–1998) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Nissan 200SX Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 35 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Problem score: 47
1 recall · 21 complaints
Top issue: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Problem score: 24
1 recall · 11 complaints
Top issue: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Problem score: 14
Best Nissan 200SX Years to Buy
1 recall · 11 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 14
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Nissan 200SX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 | 11 | — | — | 14 | Good |
| 1997 | 1 | 11 | — | — | 14 | Good |
| 1996 | 1 | 21 | — | — | 24 | Caution |
| 1995 | 2 | 35 | 3 | — | 47 | Avoid |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Nissan 200SX Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder 200SX models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year 200SX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 1995 Nissan 200SX if possible. It has 2 recalls, 35 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 47 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year 200SX to buy?+
The 1998 Nissan 200SX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 14. It has only 1 recall and 11 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which 200SX has the fewest problems?+
The 1998 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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