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Owner report · 2023 model year

2023 Nissan Z

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Fuel System

Fuel System leads by volume: 1 of 2 complaints (50%) mentions it.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

At a glance

NHTSA complaints
2
Recall campaigns
2
EPA fuel cost per year
$3,500–$3,850
Combined MPG
20–22

Complaints by model year

  1. 22023
  2. 22024
  3. 12025

Where owners report problems

  1. Body, Seats & Latches1 (50%)
  2. Electrical1 (50%)
  3. Fuel System1 (50%)
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 3 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.
Category202320242025vs. 2023 Two Seaters
Annual fuel cost ($)3,500–3,8503,500–4,0503,500–4,050
Combined MPG20–2219–2219–22
City / Highway MPG18–19 / 24–2817–19 / 24–2817–19 / 24–28
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)405–435405–469405–469
Complaints filed221Not compared
Recalls issued220Not compared
Crash-involved complaints000Not compared
Fire-involved complaints000Not compared
Injuries reported000Not compared
Deaths reported000Not compared
Configurations compared233

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Z have?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Z get?

EPA rates it 20–22 MPG combined across 2 configurations.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Nissan Z?

EPA estimates $3,500–$3,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Manual 6-spd63.0LRear-Wheel DrivePremiumTwo Seaters18 mpg (low)24 mpg (low)20 mpg (low)$3,850 (high)435 g/mi (high)
Configuration 2Automatic (S9)63.0LRear-Wheel DrivePremiumTwo Seaters19 mpg (high)28 mpg (high)22 mpg (high)$3,500 (low)405 g/mi (low)

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine00000
Transmission & Drivetrain00000
Fuel System10000
Electrical10000
Brakes00000
Steering00000
Suspension, Wheels & Tires00000
Airbags & Restraints00000
Driver Assistance & Speed Control00000
Body, Seats & Latches10000
Visibility & Lighting00000
Other00000

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (2)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

    Campaign 24V798000 · Oct 24, 2024

    Defect
    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles. The connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection sensors may be reversed in the front bumper harness, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating as intended.
    Consequence
    A pop-up engine hood that does not activate in a pedestrian crash can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the front bumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24B6.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

    Campaign 23V725000 · Oct 26, 2023

    Defect
    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles. The fasteners in the left-side front bumper reinforcement clip may loosen, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating.
    Consequence
    A pop-up engine hood that does not activate and raise the rear end of the hood in a frontal pedestrian crash, can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 7, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C8.