1992 Nissan Stanza Problems
- Complaints
- 33filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- 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 1992 Nissan Stanza (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 1992 Nissan Stanza. The part named most often is fuel system, with 13 complaints (39% of the total), followed by engine cooling (9) and seat belts (4). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 21 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 system13 39%
- Engine cooling9 27%
- Seat belts4 12%
- Electrical system2 6.1%
- Steering2 6.1%
- Suspension2 6.1%
- Body and structure1 3.0%
- Tires1 3.0%
- Vehicle speed control1 3.0%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “2 fuel injectors leaking gas onto engine. I have checked and there are at least 30 similar complaints on 1990 - 1992 Nissan stanzas. What does it take to initiate a recal. Several of these have resulted in fires. The dealer would not tell me if any other models use the same injector, or I would have checked them as well. This is a very volitile safety issue with gasoline leaking on a hot engine. I think something should be done.”
NHTSA complaint #711947, filed 1999-09Engine cooling: “Technical bulletin #ntb95-027, advised mechanics to replace plastic side timing chain guide with a steel-backed guide after the plastic one breaks. For this vehicle the guide broke and caused the timing chain to strike the engine components, ruining the engine. This resulted in engine suddenly would not start, with no prior problems.”
NHTSA complaint #537746, filed 1998-07Seat belts: “Front driver's seat automatic seatbelt will not retract into locking position, causing consumer not to have a seatbelt on while driving. Dealer notified.”
NHTSA complaint #8016746, filed 2002-08Transmission and drivetrain: “When driving vehicle would vibrate and a slight rubbing sound was heard. Contacted dealer, and didn't see anything wrong. Slight leak in the transmission airlines and zero ring distributor. Also, rear brake adjustment and bushing. Power steering unit shifted the belt was coming off and pump was angled. Contacted another dealer, and waiting for a call back.”
NHTSA complaint #855137, filed 2000-01Complaints 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 1992 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 | 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 1992 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 1992 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. 21 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid…
- 10239060Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. 12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V…
- 10235707Apr 27, 2023Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235710Apr 17, 2023Electrical system. INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235729Apr 3, 2023Electrical system. RADIO INTERMITTENTLY REBOOTS DURING AUDIO PLAYBACK VIA BLUETOOTH CONNECTED IPHONE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this…
- 10232658Feb 27, 2023Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656Feb 27, 2023Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232657Feb 22, 2023Wheels. WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
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 1992 Nissan Stanza have?
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 1992 Nissan Stanza as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Nissan Stanza is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 13 complaints (39% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 9.
Has the 1992 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 1992 Nissan Stanza get?
The EPA rates the 1992 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.
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.