1985 Nissan 300zx
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1985 Nissan 300zx is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
1985 Nissan 300zx at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1985 Nissan 300zx recalls 2
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE CAMPAIGN WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES OF AFFECTED VEHICLES WHICH COULD LEAK.
Fix: NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION MAY OCCUR, FOR EXAMPLE, WHEN SHIFTING FROM THE PARK POSITION.
Fix: INSTALL A SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM WHICH PREVENTS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER FROM BEING MOVED FROM THE PARK POSITION UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 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.
1985 Nissan 300zx common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1985 Nissan 300zx MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 8 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 1985 Nissan 300zx costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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.
1985 Nissan 300zx trims & engines on record
1985 Nissan 300zx vehicles on record
Other Nissan 300zx model years
1985 Nissan 300zx — frequently asked questions
Does the 1985 Nissan 300zx have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1985 Nissan 300zx. 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 free.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Nissan 300zx?
Across all 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling.
What gas mileage does the 1985 Nissan 300zx get?
The 1985 Nissan 300zx has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (8 versions).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.