1987 Nissan 300Zx Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1987 Nissan 300Zx.

19861988
Complaints
30
Crashes
1
Fires
20
Injuries
0
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 1987 Nissan 300Zx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#15 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Fires:4
#25 complaints

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Fires:3
#35 complaints

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors

Fires:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Nissan 300Zx.

Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
4
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
3
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
3
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—

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1987 Nissan 300Zx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1987 Nissan 300Zx reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1987 Nissan 300Zx has 30 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Gasoline Fuel System with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1987 Nissan 300Zx?
Top reported problems: Gasoline Fuel System (5 complaints); Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System (5 complaints); Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1987 Nissan 300Zx?
NHTSA complaints for the 1987 Nissan 300Zx include 1 crash-related reports, 20 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1987 Nissan 300Zx have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1987 Nissan 300Zx as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1987 Nissan 300Zx?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan 300Zx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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