1997 Nissan D21 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 5%of 57 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 1997 Nissan D21, 5% of the 57 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Was going about 40-50mph when another vehicle had stopped. Applied brakes quickly. Vehicle slid into other vehicle. Front end pushed towards radiator. The air bags failed to deploy. The ABS brakes failed to stop vehicle quickly. The seat belts failed to restrain passenger who hit head on dashboard. Will be taking vehicle to dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #849663, filed 1999-10“Vehicle locks up and turns sideways in emergency braking situations, even on dry pavement. Dealership shop personnel advised that to check it out. Consumer had to pay. Truck still under warranty. Was advised ABS only on the rear wheels. Does not seem safe based on personal experiences, being thrown violently sideways.”
NHTSA complaint #827963, filed 1998-09Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Nissan D21
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Nissan D21
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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