1999 Nissan Tsuru

Introduction

The 1999 Nissan Tsuru is a subcompact sedan that was popular in Mexico and other Latin American countries. It was offered with a variety of engine and transmission options, including a 1.6-liter inline-four with a 5-speed manual transmission, a 1.8-liter inline-four with a 4-speed automatic transmission, and a 2.0-liter inline-four with a 5-speed manual transmission. The Tsuru was praised for its affordability, reliability, and fuel efficiency, but it was criticized for its lack of safety features and poor performance.

Engine

• 1.6-liter Inline-Four
  • Head Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, white smoke from exhaust
    • Solution: Replace head gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Leak
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, loss of power, rough idle
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine rattling noise, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 1.8-liter Inline-Four
  • No Issues Found
• 2.0-liter Inline-Four
  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Difficult Shifting
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
    • Solution: Replace clutch or transmission fluid
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Slipping Gears
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping out of gear, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace transmission filter and fluid, or rebuild transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension
  • Strut Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise, loss of stability, uneven tire wear
    • Solution: Replace struts
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
    • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Suspension
  • No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery not charging, electrical problems, stalling
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found
• Starter Motor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine not starting, clicking sound
  • Solution: Replace starter motor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Handle Breakage
  • Description/Symptoms: Door handle breaks off, door cannot be opened
  • Solution: Replace door handle
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
    • Recalls: None Found
• Rusty Undercarriage
  • Description/Symptoms: Rust on the undercarriage, weakening of metal
  • Solution: Remove rust and apply protective coating
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks develop on the dashboard
  • Solution: Replace dashboard
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Power windows do not operate, humming noise
  • Solution: Replace power window motor or switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1999 Nissan Tsuru is a reliable and affordable car that has some common issues. The most serious issues include head gasket failure, timing chain tensioner failure, and slipping gears in the automatic transmission. These issues can be expensive to fix, but they are relatively rare. Overall, the Tsuru is a good choice for those looking for an inexpensive and reliable car.