2023 Nissan Z Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2023 Nissan Z, and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2023 Nissan Z
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Bumpers (structure) and electrical system: wiring
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.
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…
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Bumpers (structure)
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.
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.
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2023 Nissan Z have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 7,000 miles. Complaints peaked in 2024 with 1 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Fuel smell in garage. Shop confirmed fuel system leak in engine compartment.”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, March 15, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
“The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Z. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, upon coming to an abrupt stop, the hood suddenly popped open; obstructing the driver's view”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, November 6, 2024 · Structure
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2023 Nissan Z. Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 20–22 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 18–19 / 24–28 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Two Seaters |
| Engine | 6 cyl, 3 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S9); Manual 6-spd |
Compare Nissan Z model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Nissan Z model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Z | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Z | 2 | 2 |
Checking a specific 2023 Nissan Z
How do I know if my 2023 Nissan Z has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2023 Nissan Z; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Nissan dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 23V725000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other Nissan models
- Altima15,472 complaints
- Pathfinder7,355 complaints
- Rogue7,322 complaints
- Maxima6,955 complaints
- Murano5,958 complaints
- Sentra5,954 complaints
- Frontier3,357 complaints
- Versa3,325 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.