[drag0n]

my wife just bought a 1997 200sx. I was wondering if there are any major probs that come with the car. Ive searched and have found no recalls, but I am curious to see what probs people have had.

 

[nismoprincess]

I have a 96 abd the only recall I had was for the windshield wipers, other then that no problems !!

 

[zeno]

The fact that it doesn't have a turbo is the greatest problem.

Actually, the car is a tank, I have not heard of any major problems except normal maintence issues. Just take good care of it and it will last forever.

 

[drag0n]

turbos can be bad things. my car is a 2.3 liter turbo, that is broke right now. too much boost broke a con rod (oops!).

 

[sethwas]

Well,
Belt pulleys. Exhaust clamps. These things jiggle loose over time. Once every 25K or 50K to check it is fine.

Seth

 

[CarbonBlack200]

my wife just bought a 1997 200sx. I was wondering if there are any major probs that come with the car. Ive searched and have found no recalls, but I am curious to see what probs people have had.

No major common problems. But some minor common problems like power steering fluid leak, cooling system hoses, dash light dimmer switch, rear O2 sensor, EGR vacum line, alternator... Nothing you really have to worry about. It's a good wife car.

 

[snkee200sx]

ya i'm proud of my 200 i've had the car for about a 1 1/2 and the only prob i had was the alternator and it only took about 30mins to change out. other than that no other problems.