1990 Nissan Stanza Problems
- Complaints
- 36filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 125,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 22 mpgcombined, 2.4L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Nissan Stanza (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1990 Nissan Stanza. The part named most often is fuel system, with 20 complaints (56% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (7) and seat belts (5). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 125,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the filler pipe and cap filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system20 56%
- Seat belts5 14%
- Brakes3 8.3%
- Tires3 8.3%
- Engine cooling1 2.8%
- Exterior lighting1 2.8%
- Other or unknown1 2.8%
- Steering1 2.8%
- Vehicle speed control1 2.8%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “I have a 1990 Nissan Stanza, which has leaking fuel injectors resulting in a strong gas odor in the car. In reviewing the Nissan vehicle owners failed component information on-line, I discovered that others have reported this same problem at about the same mileage that I experienced it-- 85,000 miles. Does Nissan plan to recall these vehicles. If not, what do you plan to do about what looks like a structural problem. I look forward to hearing from you. Joan crichlow”
NHTSA complaint #714092, filed 1999-10Transmission and drivetrain: “Engine gauge/indicator malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to stall. Also, affected the speedometer reading whih could have resulted in a crash. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #849552, filed 1999-09Brakes: “Front and rear brake pads (shoes) replaced at least once a year/front rotors/rear wheel cylinders/failed emergency brake (lines?) causing brake problems”
NHTSA complaint #714064, filed 1999-10Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 125,000 and 125,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1990 Nissan Stanza. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanza · sedan | not rated | 2 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1990 Nissan Stanza version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanza FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Stanza FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 95V244000Dec 15, 1995Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and capCovers: Nissan Stanza 1990–1992, Maxima 1989–1994
It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.
Recall details for the 1990 Nissan Stanza → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10031305Sep 30, 2010Tires. Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. *pe updated on 08-11-2011.
- 10032506Sep 13, 2010Equipment. Nissan: vent control valve replacement. When replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the…
- 10030165Apr 6, 2009Electrical system. Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components…
Other model years of the Nissan Stanza
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 33 | — | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 33 | 132,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 36 | 125,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 10 | — | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 6 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 21 | 125,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 16 | 138,000 | 2 | — | 23 | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 6 | — | 0 | — | 26 | — | Not enough data |
All Nissan Stanza model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Nissan Stanza have?
NHTSA recorded 36 consumer complaints for the 1990 Nissan Stanza as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Nissan Stanza is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 20 complaints (56% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 7.
Has the 1990 Nissan Stanza been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 Nissan Stanza get?
The EPA rates the 1990 Nissan Stanza (Stanza, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 19 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1990 Nissan Stanza reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 125,000 miles and the middle half falls between 125,000 and 125,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.