1988 Nissan 300ZX fuel system, gasoline problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 1988 Nissan 300ZX — 68% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1988 nissan 300zx. While driving 20 mph, the contact smelled gas fumes and noticed smoke rising under the hood. He pulled over, opened the hood, and flames erupted from the engine compartment. The mechanic stated that gas leaked from the fuel injection system, which caused the…”
filed Nov 15, 2007
“While the vehicle was parked driver noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. Also, driver smelled fuel coming from the rear. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel injectors needed to be replaced. *ak”
filed Mar 15, 2005
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% |
| 1987 300ZX | 18 | 64% |
| 1986 300ZX | 32 | 54% |
| 1985 300ZX | 49 | 65% |
| 1984 300ZX | 33 | 79% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1988 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.