1985 Nissan 300ZX fuel system, gasoline problems
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 1985 Nissan 300ZX — 65% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1985 nissan 300zx. The contact smells a strong odor of gasoline followed by a hesitation in the vehicle. He took the vehicle to a dealer and they stated that the fuel injectors and related hoses were leaking and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vin was…”
filed Jul 25, 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 1985 nissan 300zx. While driving 65 mph, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the engine. He opened the hood and noticed flames coming from the fuel injectors. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer acknowledged recall number 95i006000 (fuel system…”
filed Jul 31, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other 300ZX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 300ZX | 5 | 26% |
| 1988 300ZX | 17 | 68% |
| 1987 300ZX | 18 | 64% |
| 1986 300ZX | 32 | 54% |
| 1984 300ZX | 33 | 79% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1985 Nissan 300ZX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.