Unintended acceleration may occur, for example, when shifting from the park position.
1975-1983 · 9 model years
Nissan 280Z Problems by year
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the Nissan 280Z across 9 model years, and it has 4 recalls. The 1982 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the seats & seat belts.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- 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
Nissan 280Z recalls 4
Moisture and blow of mist present in the positive crankcase ventilation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures, accumulate in the air regulator, causing prolonged engine idle, if owner fails to fully warm engine before driving. The pcv system...
There is a possibility of premature hose deterioration due to high fuel oxidation levels which would allow fuel seepage and fumes to enter the vehicle.
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Latest 280Z complaints
At any time or any speed gas pedal gets suck to the floor. The cause of this problem is unknown. *Ak consumer states the vehicle went to full throttle while driving with cruise control or when the vehicle start. *Yh
Seat belt mount pulled loose from rusted attachment on floor.
Frame rails rusted through, causing front bumper to fall off.
Fuel injectors started leaking fuel into engine compartment.
Failure on the fuel injection, fuel injection system is leaking causing fuel to leak on the engine compartment. *Ak
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED TO LATCH. *AK
Questions about the Nissan 280Z
Which Nissan 280Z years have the most problems?
Which Nissan 280Z years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1976 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 Nissan 280Z problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (2), seats & seat belts (2), acceleration & cruise control (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Nissan 280Z have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls across all Nissan 280Z model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
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