1995 Nissan 300ZX Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 16, 2009 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 300ZX years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Nissan 300ZX. That is the most of any 300ZX model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1995 Nissan 300ZX problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Latches/locks/linkages1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train250%———
Engine and Engine Cooling125%———
Latches/locks/linkages125%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1997, with 2 complaints
1996: 1199611997: 2199722009: 120091

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1995 Nissan 300ZX recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1995 Nissan 300ZX.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Middle side rails on convertible top frame snapped in half on both sides, plus, hooks that hold convertible top and frame down while stowing had to be modified (spring tension and hook contour) in order to function. *tr

Latches/locks/linkages · received Jul 16, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10276991

Several months after purchase transmission will not engage into second gear smoothly. Dealer says this is normal.

Power Train · received Jan 31, 1997 · NHTSA complaint 546581

Transmission does not engage into second gear smoothly. Dealer says this is normal.

Power Train · received Jan 31, 1997 · NHTSA complaint 546571

Driving down hwy 9, vehicle stutted a few times, smoke came through vents, pulled vehicle to side road, vehicle was engulfed in flames. *ak

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 2, 1996 · NHTSA complaint 983958

Other Nissan 300ZX years

1996 300ZX →

YearComplaintsRecalls
1996 300ZX20
199540

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Nissan 300ZX?

Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1995 Nissan 300ZX?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1995 Nissan 300ZX a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 300ZX model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.