MYRModel Year Report

1984 Nissan 300ZX

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1984 Nissan 300ZX
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:31.593Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
42
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

88% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1984: 42 complaints 1984 42 1985: 76 complaints 1986: 59 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 42 complaints 1984 42 1985: 76 complaints 1985 1986: 59 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 42 complaints 1984 42 1985: 76 complaints 1985 1986: 59 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 9 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996

1984: 42 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19831
198442
198576
198659
198728
198825
19899
199019
199112
19923
199312
19944
19954
19962

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

88% · 37 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.

FIREINJURY
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Car caught on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-30

Faulty fuel injector caused vehicle fire after driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-22

Vehicle parked in parking; received call that vehicle was on fire; owner was told fire was coming from bottom of engine; cause at this time unkowmn; totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-20

Engine and engine cooling

21% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE
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Engine compartment fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-22

Electrical system

17% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE

Vehicle speed control

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

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Consumer states vehicle experienced a stuck throttle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-17

Stuck throttle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-30

Suspension

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing rear and multiple axle.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1984-01-09Latches/locks/linkages83V125000 The hood latch may fail to hold the hood in position due to a misalignment of the secondary hood latch. This condition is due to a deformation of the hood during manufacture.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new secondary latch at no charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1984-05-23Service brakes, hydraulic84V057000 Brakes may fail suddenly when applied. Components within the master cylinder may be expelled because a clip which retains them may not be properly installed.

    Remedy: A new "C" Clip will be installed at no charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1985-05-09Engineering analysisClosed 1989-07-11 Sudden acceleration
  4. R
    1987-07-06Power train87V098000 Unintended acceleration may occur, for example, when shifting from the park position.

    Remedy: Install a shift interlock system which prevents the transmission shift lever from being moved from the park position unless the brake pedal is depressed.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    1988-08-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-07-28 Seat failures
  6. I
    1989-07-28Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Seat failures
  7. I
    1994-06-23Engineering analysisClosed 1995-11-08 Fuel injector assembly leakage
  8. R
    1996-03-18Fuel system, gasoline95I006000 This is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace the fuel injectors and…

    Remedy: Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. R
    Date not on fileExterior lighting85V021000 Impure lubricating grease used in the headlight switches could contaminate one or more contact points. Operation of the headlights could be delayed or not light when the switch is turned on or when the dimmer switch is operated.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Nissan 300ZX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 37 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V021000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 83V125000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 84V057000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 87V098000 · Power train
  • Recall 95I006000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Nissan 300ZX reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Nissan 300ZX?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 88% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Nissan 300ZX have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.