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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2026 Nissan Z

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
0Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE NISSAN Z

The Nissan Z is a two-seat rear-wheel-drive sports coupe that revives one of the longest-running nameplates in the segment. Aimed squarely at driving enthusiasts who want an affordable, Japanese-bred sports car with genuine performance credentials, the Z competes in a small but passionate corner of the market where style and driver engagement take center stage.

VERDICT

The 2026 Nissan Z has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Nissan Z for its engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics, its characterful twin-turbocharged powertrain, and a cabin that blends retro styling cues with modern technology. Some critics point to interior materials and refinement that feel a step behind European rivals at a similar price, but most agree the Z delivers strong driving satisfaction and distinctive road presence for its segment.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Nissan Z at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths

Other Z years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Nissan Z 2026. Methodology · Disclosure