Nissan 240SX (S13, 1989-1994): common problems
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What are the common problems with the Nissan 240SX (S13, 1989-1994)?
As of 2026-10-26, we list 8 known problems for this car; severity and affected years are in the table. Each problem page answers what it is, what causes it and how it is usually fixed, with sources and a last-verified date.
| Issue | Severity | Affected years | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recall: front seat belt buckle release buttons can break (1989-1991) | High | 1989-1991 | Reported |
| KA24DE timing chain rattle from worn upper chain guide (1991-1994) | Medium | 1991-1994 | Reported |
| Rust: frame rails, strut towers, spare well and under the hatch spoiler | High | 1989-1994 | Confirmed |
| Heads-up display (HUD) usually no longer works | Low | 1991-1994 (optional on the XE coupe) | Reported |
| Pop-up headlight motors fail or stick | Low | 1989-1994 | Limited |
| Soft rear subframe bushings: clunks and wheel hop | Medium | 1989-1994 | Reported |
| Sun-cracked dash and leaking sunroof or hatch seals | Low | 1989-1994 | Reported |
| No NHTSA recalls returned for 1992-1994 | Info | 1992-1994 | Reported |
More for this car
- All Nissan 240SX (S13, 1989-1994) fitment answers · S13 common problems
- Newsletter archive: past issues with every new and corrected entry
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