1996 Nissan 200SX Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 8%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Nissan 200SX, 8% of the 37 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer was traveling about 60mph on highway and noticed that brakes were grinding. Also, when she put vehicle in reverse vehicle would jerk and make a roaring noise. Dealership was aware of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #894631, filed 2001-08“Ongoing problem with emergency brake would freeze up when engaged at 33 degree or lower. Unable to move until weather get warmer. Dealer notified and nothing could be done to correct the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #854196, filed 1999-12Related service bulletins
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- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1996 Nissan 200SX
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Nissan 200SX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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