1995 Nissan D21 Pickup d21 review from North America
"This truck is annoyingly dependable!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The clutch had to be replaced at 56,000 miles. I would say this is premature, but I replaced it myself, the procedure took a full day, but it functions just fine now and at 175,000 mile plus.
The shackle bushings wore out at 125,000 miles. Dealer and aftermarket replacement cost was about 50 dollars each, but I found a source that has a kit of all six bushing for 50 dollars! I also installed this myself and the time was about four hours.
The starter is starting to fail, but replacement is about 65 dollars.
One mystery problem is that it stalls often at low revs, typically at stop signs. I was told that there is a carbon buildup on a sensor in the throttle body.
I live in Michigan where salt is used on winter roads, but the vehicle is doing well with only one rust hole on a replacement fender.
General comments?
For a small truck the Nissan holds up well.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 43086 miles |
| Most recent distance | 178325 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Hardbody Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 4th July, 2004 |