Nissan D21 Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 385 consumer complaints across the 7 model years of the Nissan D21 (1991–1997) that have at least 5 complaints. 1995 has the most, with 129. Across all years, the part named most often is body and structure (65 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All D21 model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 57 | 68,000 | 0 | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 44 | 75,000 | 1 | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 129 | 92,500 | 3 | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 65 | 120,000 | 2 | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 43 | 144,000 | 0 | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 16 | 78,327 | 0 | 16 | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 31 | 50,672 | 1 | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Body and structure65 21%
- Engine cooling43 14%
- Tires41 13%
- Transmission and drivetrain38 12%
- Air bags36 11%
- Seat belts31 9.9%
- Electrical system30 9.6%
- Brakes30 9.6%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
1994: “I have a 1994 Nissan pu D21 . I just noticed that the frame has a rusty hole on the frame at the front on the passenger side . For my safety and others I can't drive this truck . I hope Nissan will pay attention this issue before someone get killed .”
NHTSA complaint #11066825, filed 2018-02, 180,000 miles1993: “Tires purchased on 6-23-2008 for my 1993 Nissan truck have sidewall dry rot. The front drivers side has failed at 25,000 miles of usage. I have not taken back to see if they will replace the tire(s). The goodyear p205/75r14 95t alleg tires need to be recalled for failure of construction.”
NHTSA complaint #10458097, filed 2012-05, 169,300 miles1995: “My 1995 Nissan pickup truck with only 28,000 miles has serious frame rust. Truck looks brand new and has been meticulously cared for but body shop and mechanic have said rust is too severe to repair. I am the original owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10286678, filed 2009-10, 28,000 milesOther Nissan models
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology