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1981-1983 · 3 model years
Datsun 280Z Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Datsun 280Z across 3 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 1983 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the seats & seat belts.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
280Z complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 280Z problems
Latest 280Z complaints
The driver's side seat belt retractor mechanism broke, causing the seat belt not to go into the retractor mechanism after latching belt into buckle. *Ak *tt
Fuel injectors fail, causing leaking fumes to enter vehicle.
Fuel injectors fail leaking fuel onto hot intake mainfold, causing the fuel residue to boil and fill the engine compartment with fumes. This is a potential fire hazard. Vehicle should be included in recall for 1984 to 1989 datsun models.
Questions about the Datsun 280Z
Which Datsun 280Z years have the most problems?
Which Datsun 280Z years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1982 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 280Z years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Datsun 280Z problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (2), seats & seat belts (1), wheels & tires (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Datsun 280Z have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for any Datsun 280Z model year on file.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data