1989 Nissan D21 recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-20. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Equipment
What's wrong, in plain English: A part or accessory supplied with the vehicle. INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.
What could happen: INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
The fix: INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1989 D21.
- Book a repair at any authorized Nissan dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 90V072000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Summary: INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES WERE PRINTED ON CERTIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence: INCORRECT TIRE INFLATION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: INSTALL CORRECTED TIRE INFORMATION LABEL ON DOORPOST CERTIFICATION LABEL.
Notes: SYSTEM: TIRE INFORMATION LABEL; FMVSS 120. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS, MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE, AND PASSENGER CARS.
Useful for owners
- OBD2 code reader — see what the car's computer is reporting
- Compact car fire extinguisher
- 1989 Nissan D21 owner's manual
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Seat belts (2), Electrical system (2), Engine (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (5)
05/29/2001 · Engine
I HAVE LEARNED FROM MANY THIS IS VERY VERY COMMON FAILURE. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK
05/16/1996 · Seat belts
THE DEALERSHIP HAS NOT HAD PARTS SINCE DECEMBER 18, 1995. PLEASE DESCRIBE.
05/01/1996 · Electrical system · fire
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE RUNNING FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
05/01/1996 · Electrical system · fire
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE RUNNING FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
02/13/1996 · Seat belts
PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, DEALER MADE REPAIRS ON VEHICLE BUT THE PROBLEM IS STILL THERE. TT