Model year guide

2023 Nissan Z

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Nissan Z is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2023 Nissan Z — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Nissan Z at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Combined20–22 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Nissan Z recalls 2

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #24V798000 · manufacturer #R24B6 · 24/10/2024

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.

Fix: 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 NHTSA Campaign #23V725000 · manufacturer #R23C8 · 26/10/2023

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Nissan Z common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2023 Nissan Z MPG & running costs

Combined20–22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,925
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic (S9) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Nissan Z costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,625
Fuel only$19,625
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2023 Nissan Z vehicles on record

Other Nissan Z model years

2023 Nissan Z — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Nissan Z have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Nissan Z. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Z?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Z get?

The 2023 Nissan Z has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.