Nissan Z Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 12, 2026 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Nissan Z, across 3 model years (2023–2025). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is structure.

Peak: 2023, with 2 complaints
2023: 2202322024: 2202422025: 120251

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Nissan Z years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Z model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2024 Z: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
  2. 2023 Z: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2025 Z: 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 Z problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Structure220
Air Bags110
Electrical System110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Seat Belts110
Wheels110

All Nissan Z model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2025 Z10—Wheels
2024 Z22—Air Bags
2023 Z22—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Nissan Z years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (2), 2023 (2), 2025 (1). 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 Z?

Structure, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Nissan Z have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.