1989 Nissan 240SX SE Fastback 5MT
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- Photo: 1989 Nissan 240SX SE hatchback in red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1993 Nissan 240SX LE in Aztec Red, Front Right, 07-19-2019 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan 240SX - Flickr - dave 7 (1) by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1992 Nissan 240SX SE in Super White, Rear Right, 05-12-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BAS 24, Brussels (P1170107-RR) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1989 Nissan 240SX SE Fastback 5MT is a 140-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual. It starts at $13,474 MSRP.
It makes 140 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 152 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm.
The 240SX measures 178.0 inches long on a 97.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,474 ($35,315 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L SOHC 12-Valve Inline-4 (KA24E) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 152 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 3 valves/cylinder (12 total) |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 96 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.7 : 1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 5th Gear | 0.76 |
| Final Drive | 4.11 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 50.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in |
| Front Track | 57.5 in |
| Rear Track | 57.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1989 Nissan 240SX SE Fastback 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Nissan 240SX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 95V103002
36 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Nissan 240SX
Owner Complaints
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Nissan 240SX (2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 11 |
| Gasoline | 11 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1989 NISSAN 240SX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.