1991 Nissan Stanza: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 33 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is fuel system, gasoline (58% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 1995
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Fuel pump failure [second time] and sending unit [harness] completely fried. Car stalled in middle of pa interstate with traffic -- was very lucky to avoid accident. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's fuel filler tube was corroded. The dealer inspected the vehicle on 08/14/06 and determined that the fuel filler tube was corroded and needed to be replaced. There was a NHTSA recall #95v244000, regarding the fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was registered in connecticut for the past 4 years and was purchased in hawaii. The manufacturer was contacted on 07/26/06 and determined that the VIN archives needed to be inspected to conclude that the VIN should be included in the recall.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2006
“I purchased two new nankang tires for the front wheels on my 1991 nissan stanza on 8/11/05. On 8/16/05 while driving toward washington on oregon I-84, the left front tire experienced a blowout of the sidewall, causing the car to climb the center divider. I managed to bring the car under control without rolling, but I injured my back and leg in the process. *nm”Owner report · Tires · Aug 2005
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“The fuel line is cracked and is leaking profusely. This particular hose is an after market product and is assumed to be hazardous. The original hose was replaced before the consumer purchased the vehicle. *ak *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2004
“1991 nissan stanza fuel injector leakage, timing belt guide breakage, cv joint failure. What will it take for a recall on these leaking fuel injectors, someone's death? This car is a piece of junk!!! My teenage daughter has been driving the car and I am very concerned that this problem is allowed to continue (no recall). *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2002
“Consumer states while driiving there was a gas odor, had vehicle serviced. Their is a leak from where the fuel line runs from the tank to the engine.*jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 2002
“I am currently having a problem with my fuel tank leaking. I looked on line and noticed the cars in the northern part of the u.s. Were recalled for this problem. Would like to know why all cars were not recalled and if it can still be replaced. Thank-you. Nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734297”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2000
“I am currently having a problem with my feul tank leaking. I looked on line and noticed the cars in the northern part of the u.s. Were recalled for this problem. Would like to know why all cars were not recalled and if it can still be replaced. Thank-you.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2000
“The fuel injectors on my 1991 nissan stanza were leaking into the engine compartment. The problem started when I was smelling strong gasoline fumes inside the car. After an inspection of the engine compartment, the gasoline smell was strongest near the fuel injector ports. Not wanting to risk an engine fire and breathing of gasoline fumes - and to avoid danger, I took the car to an automobile repair shop which confirmed my fears. I was so terrified that the car would catch on fire, I would lose the car and cause harm to myself or others. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 1999
“Can smell gas inside the car; mechanics advise me that 3 of the 4 injectors are leaking. They advise replacement. I notice (from the consumer complaints) that this is a common problem (at least 4 people complained about it!). Considering that engine could catch fire if the problem is not fixed, I am wondering what the manufacturer is doing to fix this dangerous (and expensive) problem? Going through nissan's own "consumer discussion thread" I notice that for some people, fule-injector leak is a recurring problem, which leads me to believe that this is a design issue!”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 1999
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 3 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND CORRECTIVE ACTION WILL BE TAKEN DEPENDING UPON THE EXTENT OF THE CORROSION.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 1991 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 1991 Nissan Stanza reliable?
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1991 Nissan Stanza. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline (58% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1991 Nissan Stanza problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 132,000 miles or less.
Does the 1991 Nissan Stanza have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.