1997 Nissan 200sx problems
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Common 1997 Nissan 200sx problems
The Nissan 200SX 1997 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- 5th Gear Popping Out: Some owners have experienced the 5th gear popping out while driving, affecting the Sentra SE-R and NX2000 models. This issue can be disruptive and may require attention to ensure smooth gear engagement.
- Erratic Idle and Performance Issues: Complaints include erratic idle, jumping idle, sluggish performance, and poor mileage. Symptoms may also include injector leak malfunction codes and abnormal O2 sensor readings. This problem affects the Sentra SE-R and NX2000 models.
- Front Tire Wear: Owners have reported abnormal wear on the inside edge of the front tires, specifically affecting the 200SX SE-R model. This issue may indicate steering alignment or suspension problems that need to be addressed.
- Check Engine Light: Some 200SX SE-R owners have encountered the check engine light coming on. This issue, specific to 5-speed models, requires diagnostic attention to identify and rectify the underlying cause.
- Moaning or Grinding Noise: A moaning, grinding, or screeching noise, particularly during startup, has been noted by owners of the 200SX SE-R, Sentra SE-R, and NX2000 models. Identifying the source of this noise is crucial for proper maintenance.
- Water in Trunk: Water leakage into the trunk has been reported by Sentra SE-R owners, potentially affecting the vehicle's interior and causing damage if not addressed promptly.
- Fuel Pump Failure: Some Sentra SE-R models from 1991 to 1993 have experienced fuel pump failures, rendering the car inoperable. This issue necessitates immediate attention to ensure the vehicle's functionality.
- Engine Noises: Owners of the 200SX SE-R, Sentra SE-R, and NX2000 have reported clattering engine noises after starting the car. Identifying the source of these noises is essential to prevent potential mechanical issues.
- Low Gas Mileage: Complaints about low gas mileage, specifically 20mpg or lower, have been raised by owners of the 200SX SE-R, NX2000, and Sentra SE-R models. Addressing this issue may involve tuning and maintenance to improve fuel efficiency.
- Wiper Failure: Instances of wiper failure have been reported by 200SX SE-R owners, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance to ensure the proper functioning of essential vehicle components.
These common problems with the Nissan 200SX 1997, as reported by owners, underscore the importance of regular maintenance, prompt repairs, and thorough inspections to address issues promptly and maintain the vehicle's performance and reliability.
How much is a 1997 Nissan 200SX worth?
Used 1997 Nissan 200SX Pricing
| Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |
|---|---|---|
| Coupe 2D | $14,418 | $1,724 |
| SE Coupe 2D | $15,769 | $1,892 |
| SE-R Coupe 2D | $17,169 | $1,950 |
What is the top speed of the 1997 Nissan 200SX?
- Top Speed. 243 km/h.
- 6.6 sec.
- 151 mph.
- Acceleration, 0-60 mph. 6.3 sec.
What engine is in the 200SX?
The 200SX Base and 200SX SE models are equipped with a 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine, while the 200SX SE-R features a more powerful 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine developed with the driving enthusiast in mind.
Is the Nissan 200SX a classic car?
Classic car design is, arguably, the art of getting all the elements right.
1997 Nissan 200sx car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan 200sx problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Visibility problems
- Electrical system problems
- Suspension problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Nissan 200sx vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1997 Nissan 200sx complaints
The NHTSA has received 24 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Nissan 200sx.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-09
- VIN: 1N4BB42D9VC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 NISSAN 200SX. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT HAVING THE BATTERY RECHARGED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT FORMALLY DIAGNOSED. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-30
- VIN: 1N4AB42D7VC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AFTER MAKING A RIGHT TURN, ABOUT 20 FEET AFTER TURN BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I WAS STRUCK IN THE FACE, CHIN, THROAT AND CHEST. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT, NO POT HOLES IN THE ROAD, NO OTHER CAR EVEN ON THE ROAD. I CANNOT FIND ONE REASON WHY THE AIR BAGS WOULD DEPLOY. IT HAS BEEN 48 HOURS AND I AM STILL SORE INCLUDING MY NECK AND BRUISING ON MY NECK AND CHEST. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-01
- VIN: 1N4AB42D3VC
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 NISSAN 200SX. WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE OF A RAIN STORM, HER WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THE VEHICLE TOWED SINCE SHE HAD NO VISIBILITY. THE AUTO REPAIR SHOP STATED THAT THE WIPER LINKAGE SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED IN REFERENCE TO RECALL 98V093000; HOWEVER, THEY CONFIRMED THAT HER VIN WAS NOT RELATED TO THE RECALL. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 156,036 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 156,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-01
- VIN: JN8AR05Y5XW
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: GASOLINE LEAKING FROM VEHICLE AT FILLER PILE WHEN TANK WAS > 75% FULL. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-01
- VIN: JN8AR05Y6VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE A RECALL ISSUED AS THIS WAS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. NEAR FATAL SCARE WHILE ON THE FREEWAY RECENTLY @ HIGH RATE OF SPEED 65 MPH WHEN THE CAR BEGAN TO SWAY VIOLENTLY LEFT TO RIGHT. I ALMOST LOST CONTROL, BUT MANAGED TO GRIP STEERING WHEEL AND SOFTLY PULL VEHICLE OVER AWAY FROM SPEEDING TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE IS NOW GARAGED UNTIL MECHANIC CAN REPLACE UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL SUSPENSION ARMS. I HAVE GOTTEN 2 MECHANICAL ESTIMATES BOTH TOTALING OVER $800.00. THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED AND COULD HAVE CAUSED A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT INCLUDING PERSONAL BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH!!*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-05-01
- VIN: JN8AR05YXVW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*- IN MAY 2004 THE CONTACT RECEIVED A 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER AS A GIFT, IT HAD AN ODOMETER READING OF 90000 AT THE TIME. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO WOBBLE WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 TO 70 MPH SOON AFTER IT WAS PURCHASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A NISSAN DEALERSHIP, WHERE ALL OF THE STRUTS WERE REPLACED, BUT THIS DID NOT RESOLVE THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO WOBBLE ANY TIME THERE WAS A SMALL OBSTRUCTION ON THE ROAD. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS PROBLEM WITHOUT TAKING IT TO ANY OTHER DEALERS SINCE THE PROBLEM WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH THE FIRST VISIT. THE CONTACT DROVE LONG DISTANCES FROM TIME TO TIME AND THE WOBBLE ON THE VEHICLE CONTINUED. IN MARCH 2007 THE CONTACT CALLED NISSAN, AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE IT TO A DEALER TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NISSAN EXPLAINED THAT THE CONTACT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR CHARGES. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 106971.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-15
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVING SLOWLY IN PATHFINDER 4X4 '97 HIT POT HOLE. SPOT WELDS ON FRAME TO INNER FENDER BROKE LOOSE. ONE FOOT LONG SEAM SPLIT 3 INCHES WIDE VIEWED FROM THE LEFT FRONT STRUT. COST $1,500 TO WELD AND BRACE. PROFESSIONAL SAID PATHFINDERS NOTORIOUS FOR THIS WEAKNESS. STEERING COLUMN JAMMED FROM FAILURE WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED HEAD-ON FATALITY INTO ONCOMING VEHICLE. SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN FOR A M/V PURPORTED TO BE AN ATV! MY EXPERIENCE IN ACCIDENTS STEMS FROM BOSTON POLICE OFFICER'S ACCIDENT REPORTS FOR OVER A DECADE. INSURANCE AMICA CALLED IT A COLLISION AND INTENDS TO INCREASE MY RATE $600 PER YEAR AND RANK FROM PERFECT DRIVER 9 LEVEL INTO A 13 LEVEL FOR SIX YEARS. BELIEVE THERE IS A TORT JUSTIFICATION. OTHER OWNER MUST BE NOTIFIED. THIN WALLED STRUCTURAL METALS TO BLAME. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-30
- VIN: JN8AR05Y6VW
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: BOUGHT A 97 NISSAN PATHFINDER IN SEPT. 03...SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE LIGHT HAS SINCE HAD A MIND OF ITS OWN, TURNING ON AND OFF DEPENDING ON THE CLIMATE OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. I RECENTLY LEARNED THAT IT IS THE EVAP VENT CONTROL VALVE AND O RING WHICH NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAD TAKEN THE CAR INTO 3 DEALERSHIPS ON THE EAST COAST WHERE I WAS TOLD NUMEROUS OTHER ISSUES WERE CAUSING THE LIGHT. I HAVE PUT $4500 WORTH OF WORK INTO THE VEHICLE ONLY TO FIND OUT THAT IT WAS A $122 PART THAT SUPPOSEDLY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE SPOKEN TO OTHER NISSAN OWNERS (MANY WITH OTHER NISSAN VEHICLES-NOT PATHFINDERS) AND THEY TOO HAVE HAD THIS SAME EXPERIENCE WITH THEIR VEHICLE. THE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH ANYBODY EXCEPT THE NISSAN DEALERSHIPS WHICH MEANS THERE IS NO WAY TO GET A COMPETATIVE PRICE. IN ORDER TO GET THE LIGHT TO SHUT OFF ONCE MY MECHANIC HAS REPLACED THE PARTS I WILL THEN BE FORCED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO PAY THEM TO SHUT IT OFF. I WAS INFORMED BY THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALERSHIP THAT THIS PROBLEM WOULD NOT EFFECT THE DRIVABILITY OF THE VEHICLE THAT IT WAS AN EMISSIONS SITUATION. ULTIMATELY, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS EMISSIONS INSPECTIONS NOR WILL IT GET DECENT GAS MILEAGE UNTIL THIS PART IS REPLACED.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-25
- VIN: JN8AR05Y6VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: SUSPENSION CAUSING VEHICLE TO SWAY VIOLENTLY WHEN GOING 50MPH. I TOOK MY SUV INTO THE SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH MY VEHICLE. THEN I TOOK MY VEHICLE INTO ANOTHER SHOP AND THEY FOUND THE PROBLEM. THEN THEY CALLED NISSAN AND WAS TOLD THAT I HAD TO REPLACE THE LONG AND SHORT ROCKER ARMS FOR MY REAR SUSPENSION AND THAT WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THAT THIS PROBLEM IS PRETTY DRASTIC CONSIDERING I HAVE ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF MY TRUCK ON HIGHWAY ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. I CHECKED FOR A RECALL MY MY VEHICLE AND DIDN'T HAVE ANY LUCK. BUT DID FIND A REPORT OF THE SAME INCIDENT. APPLICATION EQ-8007455-YN.PDF. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-30
- VIN: 1N4AB42D0VC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHT LENSES PRODUCED A THICK FOG OVER THEM. AS A RESULT, THE LIGHTS WERE NOT AS BRIGHT AT NIGHT. *AK THE HEADLIGHT LENSES WERE DAMAGED DUE TO THE SUNS ULTRA-VIOLET RAYS. *SC
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1N4AB41D8VC
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY 1997 NISSIAN SENTRA TO WORK IN THE MORNING AND WAS APPOARCHING THE GUARD GATE. PUSHED THE SWITCH TO ROLLED DOWN THE PASSENGER AND DRIVE SIDE AUTOMATIC WINDOWS. SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. PULL OVER ON THE SIDE THE ROAD AND TURNED OFF THE CAR. RAN UP TO THE GUARD GATE AND OBTAINED A FIRE EXTERISHER. TURNED TO THE CAR AND SAW A TWO TO FOUR INCH FLAME COMING OUT OF THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY. I PUT OUT THE FIRE. CHECKED THE FUSE BLOCK FOR A BLOWN FUSE AND THERE WAS NONE. THE FUSE DID NOT BLOW FOR THE AUTOMATIC WINDOW CIRCUIT. PULLED SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND DISCONNECTED THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR. PLANNING ON REPLACING THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY AND SIDE PANEL.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-11
- VIN: 1N4AB42D9VC
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: I HAD TO PAY $235 FOR A REPAIR THAT WAS PART OF A RECALL IN 1998. I WAS NEVER SENT RECALL INFO. REGARDING MY VEHICLE. I HAPPENED UPON THE NISSAN WEBSITE LOOKING FOR OTHER INFORMATION. FIRST NISSAN REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THE REPAIR HAD TAKEN PLACE IN SEPTEMBER OF 1998 AT THE DEALERSHIP, WHEN I PROVED THAT TO BE WRONG I WAS THEN TOLD THAT MY VIN # WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. NISSAN WEBSITE CLEARLY SHOWS A RANGE OF VIN'S AND MINE FELL WITHIN THAT RANGE, NOW ALL OF A SUDDEN I WAS TOLD THE RANGE IS NOT SPECIFIC. IF THAT IS THE CASE THEN I SHOULD BE ABLE TO KNOW WHAT VIN'S ARE INCLUDED.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-24
- VIN: 1N4AB42D7VC
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPERS IN MY 1997 NISSAN 200SX JUST STOPPED WORKING WHILE IN USE. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR GOING TO MY MOTHER'S HOME FROM WORK AND THE WIPER JUST STOPPED. IT WAS VERY SCARY AND I COULD HARDLY SEE BECAUSE IT WAS RAINING SO HARD. I COULD HAVE EASILY BEEN IN A TERRIBLE WRECK. I QUICKLY PUT ON MY BLINKERS AND WITH ONLY VIEW OF MY REAR VIEW MIRROR MOVED TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER OF I-75. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-05
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRICAL PROBLEM: ALTERNATOR IN 2000 THERE WAS A BULLETIN IN MY LOCAL NEWSPAPER OF A DEFECTIVE ALTERNATOR IN A 1997 NISSAN 200 SX. I REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR PRIOR TO THIS PRESS RELEASE. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED AND NEVER RECEIVED THIS RECALL OR REPAIR NOTICE I WASN'T SURE IF THIS WAS COVERED SEEING IT WAS A USED VEHICLE. I NEVER RECEIVED ANY INFORMATION FROM NISSAN OR THE DEALERSHIP SO I GAVE UP UNTIL I SEEN YOUR ORGANIZATION ON LOCAL TV. IS THERE ANY FORM OF REIMBURSEMENT I CAN RECEIVE? *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-19
- VIN: 1N4AB42D6VC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: IN 03/01 THE ENGINE WENT AT 69,000 MILES, THEN 2 WEEKS AFTER THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AXLE WENT, 06/01 THE FRONT CRANK SEAL WENT, 02/02 THE TRANSMISSION AND THE CLUTCH WENT ALONG WITH THE EGR SYSTEM CODE HOSE NOT BEING ATTACHED TO THE DASH.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALTERNATOR KEEPS OVERHEATING, CAUSING IT TO DRAIN. ALTERNATOR HAS BEEN REPLACED ONCE, BUT IT HAS DRAINED AGAIN. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-05-16
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER MADE APPOINTMENT TO HAVE RECALL 998-093 SERVICE PERFORMED AND WAS TOLD IT WOULD ONLY TAKE AN HOUR, UPON RETURNING TO PICK IT UP CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN SERVICED. NLM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-12-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N4AB42D2VC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DRIVING DOWN ROAD AND BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED CAUSING DRIVER TO STEER INTO CURB. ONLY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE WAS DEEP SCRAPES ON FRONT PASSENGER SIDE RIM AND MINOR SCRAPES ON REAR PASSENGER SIDE RIM. NO OTHER BODY OR SHEET METAL DAMAGE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DID ANYTHING HAPPEN WHICH WOULD HAVE OR SHOULD HAVE CAUSE THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY. WINDSHIELD BROKE AS A RESULT OF PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-01
- VIN: 1N4AB42D5VC
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 1) TAPPED ON BRAKE TO TAKE OUT OF GEAR AND STOP. CAME OUT OF GEAR, BUT CRUISE REMAINED ON AND ACCELERATOR STUCK. HAD TO STEP ON BRAKE HARD TO GET CRUISE OFF. 2) YESTERDAY, MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED, EXCEPT THIS TIME TACHOMETER WENT UP TO AROUND 6. WAS VERY FRIGHTENING FOR HER. IT HAS HAPPENED TO ME A FEW TIMES SINCE THE FIRST INCIDENT AROUND 6-1-99. IT HAS NOT HAPPENED WHEN WE HAVE BEEN TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAYS, ONLY IN TOWN. THE FAILED COMPONENT/PART SECTION INDICATES THAT THERE WAS 22,000 INJURIES, THE SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON 6-1-99 AND THAT THERE WERE 35 FATALITIES. THIS IS NOT TRUE. I ENTERED THE INFORMATION CORRECTLY TWICE AND IT STILL KEEPS COMING UP INCORRECT IN THE CONFIRMATION AREA.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1N4AB42D2VC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAGS DID NOT INFLATE DURING COLLISION.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-02-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN BRAKES GET WET THEY WILL LOCK UP, AND THE VEHICLE WILL SLIDE ALL ACROSS THE ROAD. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-04-07
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1N4AB42DXVC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN INTO A PARKING LOT, HIT CURB AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN DUAL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING 2 BROKEN FINGERS AND BRUISES. CONSUMER HAD TO HAVE HAND SURGERY DUE TO INJURY.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRES FAILED DUE TO LOSS OF TREAD RESULTING IN ACCIDENT DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-08-10
- VIN: 1N4AB42E5ZE
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AND THIS IS THIS SECOND TIME THAT THE LIGHT CAME ON IN THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER STATES THAT THIS MEANS THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. *AK
1997 Nissan 200sx recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1997 Nissan 200sx.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. WATER CAN ENTER AND DISPLACE THE GREASE IN THE WIPER ARM LINKAGE BALL JOINT WHERE THE WIPER LINKAGE ATTACHES TO THE WIPER MOTOR LINKAGE.
- Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN GRADUAL WEAR OVER A PERIOD OF TIME INSIDE THE JOINT THAT COULD LEAD TO THE SEPARATION OF THE WIPER LINKAGE ASSEMBLY FROM THE WIPER MOTOR LINKAGE AT THE BALL JOINT. A LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER FUNCTION CAN RESULT IN THIS SEPARATION OCCURS.
- Remedy: TO PREVENT GREASE FROM BEING WASHED OUT OF THE JOINT, THE DEALERS WILL MODIFY BY ADDING A WATER DIVERSION SEAL THAT WILL PREVENT WATER FROM ENTERING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE BALL JOINT AREA.
Negative 1997 Nissan 200sx car reviews
Positive 1997 Nissan 200sx car reviews
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Congratulations on your new car! It sounds like you're really enjoying it so far. With only 85000 miles, it's great that it still feels like new. Your car also sounds like it has some great features, like the sunroof, CD player, spoiler, and fog lights. It's always exciting to make upgrades to your car, like the new alloy wheels you're planning. I hope you continue to have a great experience with your car. Just a heads up, you mentioned needing an alignment and a gear oil change, so it might be worth getting those taken care of soon to keep your car running smoothly.
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Your car sounds amazing! It's impressive that it has close to 110k on it and is still in perfect mechanical shape. Plus, it looks great and can really move on the street!
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I purchased my Nissan 200sx brand new in March of '97 as a leftover model. As a Navy Seabee reservist, I had the opportunity to drive it from coast to coast for the next 17 years. Along the way, I had a few run-ins with some deer and even a jeep, but thankfully, the damage was never too severe. Despite the occasional bumps and scratches, the value of my car remained high enough that the insurance company always covered the repairs. Since retiring, I've continued to drive my trusty Nissan as it still gets an impressive 53 mpg going over the Rockies and 45+ on local trips. Recently, I even rebuilt the engine and replaced the 5-speed transmission, which had worn down after all those miles. I was amazed to get 235,000 miles out of the original timing chain! If you happen to own one of these cars, I highly recommend holding onto it. In my opinion, it's worth its weight in gold. I did have to replace a length of brake line and a section of AC pressure line, but the AC still works so well that it can freeze you out! The heater is just as impressive, and I often leave it set on low while still cracking the window. Although I also own a MB, my Nissan is my go-to choice when I'm riding solo. It's like the Energizer Bunny - it just keeps going, going, going!
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I bought this car brand new in '96 and now, 12 years and 211,000 miles later, the engine still runs great! It has had an oil leak for about 100,000 miles (which has always been a bit of a pain) and a few minor repairs, such as changing the CV joints, starter, alternator, front tie rods, tires, and routine maintenance. However, I have never once had to change the clutch or timing belt because it has a chain. The A/C still blows cold as ice. This car has been through everything with me over the years, but I finally bought a new car and am selling it. People at my work are literally fighting over the chance to buy it. Overall, it has been an amazing car!
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The car I owned was the best! It was solid, comfortable, and very responsive. I always felt safe on the road. Nowadays, it's hard to find a car like that in the same price range.
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Edward Watsica 2024-11-03
You have an excellent commuter car that is great on mileage and agile in traffic or curving roads. With routine maintenance, it has served your needs well. You confidently paid to have new struts, feeling it will continue to deliver over 4 more years of commute driving.