1988 Nissan 300ZX

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1988 Nissan 300ZX
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:05:00.333Z

Only 25 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1988: 25 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1980	0
1981	0
1982	0
1983	1
1984	42
1985	76
1986	59
1987	28
1988	25
1989	9
1990	19
1991	12
1992	3
1993	12
1994	4
1995	4
1996	2

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

17 of 25 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.

FIRE

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1988 NISSAN 300ZX. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS FUMES AND NOTICED SMOKE RISING UNDER THE HOOD. HE PULLED OVER, OPENED THE HOOD, AND FLAMES ERUPTED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071115

THE FUEL INJECTORS CAUGHT FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950712

THE FUEL INJECTORS CAUGHT FIRE WITH OUT WARNING. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950509

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 25 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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THE CAR WOULD LOSE POWER WHEN YOU HIT THE GAS. WOULDN'T DIE BUT WOULD SPUTTER AND THEN THE BATTERY WOULD DIE

NHTSA ODI report, 20171230

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and ENGINE

FUEL INJECTOR LEAKED AND CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING I ALMOST BLEW UP IN THE CAR REPORTED IT TO NISSAN AND TOLD THEM THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX IT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151002

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and front underhood.

FIRE

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ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSED UNDER DASH FIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950623

POWER TRAIN

1 of 25 total reports mentions: power train.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19940222 — PE (closed 19940623)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19940623 — EA (closed 19951108)

FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE

R 19960318 — fuel system, gasoline

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 RE

Remedy: NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

Campaign 95I006000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Nissan 300ZX — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (17 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 95I006000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Nissan 300ZX?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 68% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Nissan 300ZX have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.