Nissan GT-R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Nissan GT-R, across 9 model years (2009–2021). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (19). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Nissan GT-R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GT-R year: 2009, 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 GT-R: 19 complaints, 1 recall
- 2010 GT-R: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2017 GT-R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Nissan GT-R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Nissan GT-R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 GT-R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 GT-R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 GT-R | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2016 GT-R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 GT-R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 GT-R | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2011 GT-R | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2010 GT-R | 11 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 GT-R | 19 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan GT-R years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (19), 2010 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GT-R year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan GT-R?
Electrical System, with 9 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Nissan GT-R have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.