Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1989 Nissan D21 peaked in 1996, with 3 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
1989 Nissan D21
Pickup, gasoline, 4x2, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Feb 13, 1996 to May 29, 2001.
Recall campaigns covering this model year1750k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints4Close to the median 1989 pickup
Severity index25.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 1989 Nissan D21 name seat belts
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 1989 Nissan D21
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90V-072 | Apr 17, 1990 | Incorrect tire inflation pressures were printed on certification labels | Equipment | 750,000 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1989 Nissan D21
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 29, 2001Failure Jul 15, 2000Spokane, WAExhaust system
I HAVE LEARNED FROM MANY THIS IS VERY VERY COMMON FAILURE. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK
NHTSA complaint 746052 - Filed May 16, 1996Failure Dec 18, 1995Odessa, TXBuckle assembly
THE DEALERSHIP HAS NOT HAD PARTS SINCE DECEMBER 18, 1995. PLEASE DESCRIBE.
NHTSA complaint 984526 - Filed May 1, 1996Failure Jan 13, 1996Indianapolis, INInterior/under dashFire
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE RUNNING FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
NHTSA complaint 983901 - Filed Feb 13, 1996Failure Feb 13, 1996Colville, OHBuckle assembly
PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, DEALER MADE REPAIRS ON VEHICLE BUT THE PROBLEM IS STILL THERE. TT
NHTSA complaint 979126
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
14 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- NTB08-097L Sep 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB23-053 Jun 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not d… - NTB23-049 Jun 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to pr… - NTB16-003C Apr 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB13-107F Apr 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB13-028H Feb 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB10-126C Feb 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB09-081J Feb 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB08-097K Feb 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. - NTB-13-038 Apr 3, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS - NTB-09-129 Sep 13, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE MANUALS (ESM; WH… - NTB-09-101 Sep 30, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB - NTB-09-030 Apr 6, 2009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. … - NTB97002 Jun 15, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXHIBITING A WHINE NOISE WHILE DRIVING IN ALL FORWARD GEARS EXCEPT 4TH. *YC
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.