Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer, however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.

Air conditioner: Rattling or rumbling from the blower may be caused by leaves and other debris that are not stopped by the fresh-air grille. (1993-95)

Automatic transmission: If the transmission does not shift properly until warmed up, make sure it is filled only with Nissanmatic "C" transmission fluid. (1990-95)

Coolant leak: Coolant may leak from the front of the cylinder head, which may appear to be a head gasket, but comes from a threaded plug in the front of the head. (1990-95)

Coolant leak: Coolant leaks in cylinder heads could be coming from blind plugs. The plugs can be resealed without head removal. (1990-95)

Hard starting: If the engine is hard to start at high altitudes, it is flooding from too much fuel and a revised water-temperature sensor will cure the problem. (1990-95)

Oil leak: Oil leaks from the manual transmission are likely coming from the breather vent. (1990-93)

Oil leak: There is a revised pinion seal to correct oil leaks at both front and rear differentials on 2WD and 4WD models. (1992)

Poor drivability: A check-engine light accompanied by poor drivability could be caused by water in the wiring connector for the oxygen sensor. (1995)

This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership to be slightly higher.

1990-91: Front-seatbelt release button can break and pieces can fall inside.

1994: Latch plate in seatbelt buckle could engage only partially, causing tongue to come out of buckle during collision or hard braking.