Model year guide

1988 Nissan 200 SX

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1988 Nissan 200 SX is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1988 Nissan 200 SX at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined19–22 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1988 Nissan 200 SX recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System NHTSA Campaign #95I006000 · 01/11/1995

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE CAMPAIGN WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES OF AFFECTED VEHICLES WHICH COULD LEAK.

Fix: NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #95V103002 · 24/05/1995

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.

Fix: 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 SU…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 13 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1988 Nissan 200 SX MPG & running costs

Combined19–22 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume78 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1988 Nissan 200 SX costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
175.6 in
Width
65.7 in
Height
52.4 in
Wheelbase
95.7 in
Curb weight
2,734–2,822 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1988 Nissan 200 SX — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

1988 Nissan 200 SX vehicles on record

1988 Nissan 200 SXJN100RS13J0000602

Other Nissan 200 SX model years

1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989

1988 Nissan 200 SX — frequently asked questions

Does the 1988 Nissan 200 SX have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1988 Nissan 200 SX. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 1988 Nissan 200 SX get?

The 1988 Nissan 200 SX has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.