NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Nissan Z Safety Record
The 2023 Nissan Z has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Nissan Z arrives with an incomplete safety profile, as NHTSA has not subjected this model year to crash testing. Consequently, no federal star ratings or Safety Index score are available for evaluation. The available data, while limited, presents no immediate red flags. Two recall campaigns have been issued, both addressing front bumper components. Owner feedback remains minimal, with two unverified complaints on file. Neither complaint reports any crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. While the absence of comprehensive crash-test data precludes direct comparison with vehicles that have undergone such assessments, the documented recall and complaint activity does not suggest widespread safety concerns.
The 2023 Nissan Z was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two recall campaigns targeting front bumper components, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Nissan Z?
The 2023 Nissan Z arrives without federal crash-test ratings. No structural or occupant protection benchmarks are available for this model year from NHTSA, nor are there tested sibling years to reference. Its administrative record, however, places it in the Light burden band for recall and complaint activity, indicating a lower frequency of such events in the federal data. Two narrowly scoped recalls address front bumper hardware: one for pedestrian detection connectors on the right side, the other for left-side reinforcement fasteners. Neither recall warranted a safety-critical stop-drive notice. The vehicle’s complaint file is sparse, with two unverified allegations and no recorded harm outcomes. The Light burden band reflects the recall and complaint record, but it does not provide insight into crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Nissan Z have any recalls?
Both recalls for the 2023 Nissan Z target the front bumper structure. One campaign addresses connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection system in the bumper area; the other addresses fasteners in the left-side front bumper reinforcement. Neither recall carried a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the NHTSA campaign summaries. Owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether either remedy has been completed.
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS24V798000
Risk: A pop-up engine hood that does not activate in a pedestrian crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-10-24
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS23V725000
Risk: A pop-up engine hood that does not activate and raise the rear end of the hood in a frontal pedestrian crash, can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2023-10-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Nissan Z?
The 2023 Nissan Z has two owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The reported components span the Fuel and Propulsion System, the Electrical System, and Structure. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to NHTSA and have not been confirmed as defects. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are associated with either report.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Nissan Z?
Any used 2023 Nissan Z should have its VIN checked at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether the two front bumper recall remedies have been completed on that specific vehicle. An open recall on a used unit is the buyer's responsibility to resolve after the sale.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2023 Nissan Z specifically, so no star ratings or Safety Index exists for this model year.
- Two federal recalls affect 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles, both scoped to front bumper hardware: one involving right-side pedestrian detection connectors and one involving left-side reinforcement fasteners.
- Only two owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year, covering the Fuel and Propulsion System, Electrical System, and Structure; all are unverified allegations with zero reported crashes, injuries, or deaths.
- Owners and prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether either recall remedy has been performed on a specific 2023 Nissan Z unit.
FAQ2023 Nissan Z safety questions
Was the 2023 Nissan Z crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Z have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Nissan Z. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Nissan Z?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Nissan Z. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Z 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.