1987 Nissan Van problems
The Nissan NV (Nissan Van) is a full-size van produced by Nissan from 2011 to 2021. It was developed and marketed for the United States and Canada, where Nissan had not previously been present in the full-size segment. Until the introduction of the Nissan NV, Mexico was the only country in North America selling a full-size Nissan van, as the Nissan Urvan was sold there.
The NV nameplate was previously used by a small pickup truck sold in Thailand.
Development
The NV used the same F-Alpha platform as does the Nissan Titan full-size pickup, but due to the need for a flat loading floor it is highly modified and they end up sharing mainly powertrain pieces and some of the design language. The NV was also only available with rear-wheel drive, coupled to a five-speed automatic transmission (later also a seven-speed). The NV was not targeted directly at the (mainly fleet) buyers of the Ford E-Series and Chevrolet Express, but rather at private buyers including contractors and small business owners who are looking for a vehicle that is both capable and comfortable.
The 4.0-litre V6 engine outputs 261 hp (195 kW) and 281 lb⋅ft (381 N⋅m) of torque, while the 5.6-litre V8 engine outputs 375 hp (280 kW) and 387 lb⋅ft (525 N⋅m) of torque. The V8-engined versions are also electronically limited to a top speed of 100 mph (161 km/h).
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Common 1987 Nissan Van problems
The Nissan Vanette, sold in the United States during the years 1987 to 1990, was an adaptation of the Japanese-market C22 Vanette. Nissan attempted to create an Americanized version of the Vanette, following the same pattern as Toyota and Mitsubishi, who had also introduced forward-control vans to the North American market.
The primary issue with the Nissan Vanette was the incompatibility of the 2.4-liter engine with the vehicle's cooling system. The larger engine, intended to provide adequate power for long drives with air conditioning, overwhelmed the cooling system, leading to overheating and, in some cases, engine fires.
The recalls and engineering problems ultimately led to a buyback campaign in 1994, which was the biggest buyback in U.S. history up to that time, involving 27 vans used as test mules for creating fixes for better cooling.
In summary, the Nissan Vanette's common problems were primarily related to the incompatibility of the 2.4-liter engine with the vehicle's cooling system. The engineering issues led to overheating and engine fires, resulting in four separate recalls and a buyback campaign in 1994. The Vanette serves as an example of the challenges faced by automakers when adapting vehicles for different markets and the importance of thorough testing and engineering to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
1987 Nissan Van car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Van problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
- Seat belts problems
- Equipment problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1987 Nissan Van vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1987 Nissan Van complaints
The NHTSA has received 13 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1987 Nissan Van.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JN8SC26S8H4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: INADEQUATE HEAT RESISTANCE OF THE COOLING SYSTEM DESIGN CAUSED HOSES AND HEAD GASKET DETERIORATED, LOSS OF COOLANT TO HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD IGNITED AND CAUSED SMOKE AND FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND LEAKED INTO THE PASSENGER CABIN AT THE COOLANT RESERVOIR COMPARTMENT. *TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-23
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: JN8SC26S8H4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE HOSES AND HEAD GASKET DETERIORATED RESULTING IN COOLANT LEAK. THE COOLANT LEAKED ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND CAUSED A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND SMOKE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ISSUED FOUR RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM AND ALTHOUGH THE CORRECTIONS WERE MADE THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST ( RECALLS 91V-211, 90V-136, 95V-103.002). *TS *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-03
- VIN: JN8SC26S9H4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL FOR ENGINE IN 1994. WHILE DRIVING ENGINE OVERHEATED, CAUSING THE RADIATOR HOSE TO BURST. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JN8SC26S084
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS UNDER A RECALL . HE HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL IN 94. HE STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS EXPERICNING THE SAME PROBLEMS AS HE WAS HAVING BEFORE THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED.THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-01-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JN8SC26SXH4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RECALL RELATED, 94V031000, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE, NEVER RECEIVED THE NOTICE, IN FOR REPAIR, WILL NOT ACCEPT THE VEHICLE AS A TRADE IN. *AK
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JN8SC26S3H4
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: STANDESER NISSAN 93V0261. AFTER INSTALLATION OF ALARM SYSTEM VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND A SHORT DEVELOPED IN THE WIRE.*AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-01-01
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT DO NOT LATCH AT ALL. TT
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-05-01
- VIN: JN8SC26S3H4
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING HUB ASSEMBLY DISINTEGRATED. *AW
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-12-21
- VIN: JN8SC2652H4
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: AIR CONDITIONER HOSES FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-12-21
- VIN: JN8SC2652H4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: FAN BELT FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-12-21
- VIN: JN8SC2652H4
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: FUSIBLE LINK ON BATTERY FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-12-21
- VIN: JN8SC2652H4
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: EXHAUST SYSTEM FAILED.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-12-21
- VIN: JN8SC2652H4
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: DRIVE SHAFT FAILED. *SKD
1987 Nissan Van recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 1987 Nissan Van.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
- Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Summary: ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES AND OTHER THERMAL INCIDENTS HAVE OCCURRED ON VEHICLES WHICH HAD RECEIVED ALL OF THE REMEDIES PROVIDED BY A PREVIOUS SAFETY-RELATED RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN NO. 93V036000). THE FIRES ARE ATTRIBUTED TO ERRORS IN INSTALLING THE REMEDY SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL.
- Consequence: IF THE REMEDY SPECIFIED FOR RECALL 93V036000 WAS NOT PERFORMED CORRECTLY OR THE VEHICLE HAS NOT RECEIVED THE REMEDY, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL OFFER TO REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES FROM THE OWNERS. THE VEHICLES WILL THEN BE DESTROYED. FOR OWNERS THAT DECLINE THE REPURCHASE OFFER NISSAN WILL PROVIDE A REINSPECTION OF THEIR VEHICLE, FREE OF CHARGE, TO CONFIRM THE PRIOR RECALL WAS COMPLETED PROPERLY. ALSO, NISSAN WILL PERFORM ANY RECALL-RELATED REPAIRS THAT MAY BE NEEDED AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Summary: NISSAN HAS MADE A PRELIMINARY DETERMINATION THAT A DEFECT EXISTS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENT(S) THAT MAY FAIL DUE TO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT HEAT.
- Consequence: THE UNDETERMINED ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENT(S) CANCAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE INJURY TO VEHICLEOCCUPANTS.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW DESIGN COOLING SYSTEM INCLUDING THE FAN BELTS, RADIATOR, WATER PUMP, ALTERNATOR, FREEZE PLUG SHIELDS, AND ASSOCIATED HOSES. THE REMEDY WILL ALSO INCLUDE A NEW AUXILIARY ELECTRIC FAN AND POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER. TO COMPLETE THE REMEDY, A WARNING SYSTEM TO MONITOR COOLING SYSTEM PERFORMANCE WILL BE INSTALLED TO DETECT POTENTIAL ENGINE OVERHEATING.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Summary: THE COOLING SYSTEM HOSES DETERIORATE AND FAIL BECAUSE OF INADEQUATE HEAT RESISTANCE. FAILURE FIRST OCCURS AT THE CLAMP CONNECTIONS, CAUSING COOLANT FLUID TO BE LEAKED OR SPRAYED ONTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS.
- Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED WITH A LOW COOLANT LEVEL, THECOOLING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE WOULD RISE VERY QUICKLY. COOLANTREACHING THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAN IGNITE AND CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENTFIRE.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE COOLING SYSTEM HOSES WITH IMPROVED HEAT RESISTANT HOSES, MODIFY THE COOLANT RECOVERY SYSTEM TO PREVENT SUDDEN INCREASES IN COOLING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE, AND REPLACE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED OR WOULD DETERIORATE WITH TIME.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Summary: POWER STEERING HOSES MAY LEAK FLUID THAT CAN SPREAD TO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
- Consequence: UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE MANIFOLD MAY BECOME HOTENOUGH TO IGNITE THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENTFIRE.
- Remedy: INSTALL NEW HEAT RESISTANT POWER STEERING HOSES. ALSO, INSTALL NEW FAN COUPLING TO INCREASE AIR FLOW VOLUME THROUGH ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND REPLACE ANY OTHER DAMAGED COMPONENTS.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Summary: VALVE COVER GASKET MAY LEAK OIL.
- Consequence: OIL MAY DRIP ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND IF ENGINE ISOPERATED UNDER SEVERE CONDITION OR OPERATED AT CONTINUOUSLY HIGH SPEEDS. THEMANIFOLD MAY BECOME HOT ENOUGH TO IGNITE THE OIL. THIS COULD RESULT IN ANENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy: THE VALVE COVER GASKET WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW GASKET REDESIGNED TO CORRECT THE OIL LEAK.
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