1990 Nissan Stanza: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Nissan Stanza: 1 recall, 36 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #95V244000 · 1995 · 747,000 vehicles
What's wrong: It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.
Why it matters: Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube May result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a…
The fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel system (20): the most common themes are leaks (16), fire / smoke (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Seat belts (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1990 Nissan Stanza has 36 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 7 Stanza model years for complaints (2.4× the average Stanza year). Complaints peaked in 1999 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 125,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1991 (33 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Nissan Stanza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Nissan Stanza. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1990 Nissan Stanza problems?
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (20), transmission & drivetrain (7), seat belts (5).
What gas mileage does the 1990 Nissan Stanza get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1990 Nissan Stanza repair manual?
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