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Nissan 370z Problems

The Nissan 370Z was a rear-wheel drive sports car produced from 2009 to 2020, continuing the legendary Z-car lineage. With 998 complaints and no reported fatalities in the database, it maintains a solid record for a performance vehicle. The 3.7L V6 engine and available manual transmission appeal to driving enthusiasts. These cars offer strong performance at reasonable used prices.

998
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
11
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2010 2009
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2012 2013 2014

Common Problem Categories

Steering 344
Electrical System 222
Power Train 200
Engine 46
Air Bags 42

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2019 2 0 0 0 Good
2018 4 1 2 0 Good
2017 10 0 2 0 Good
2016 8 0 0 0 Good
2015 6 0 2 0 Good
2014 26 0 0 0 Good
2013 38 0 0 0 Good
2012 36 0 0 0 Good
2011 118 1 0 0 Average
2010 296 0 2 0 Avoid
2009 454 0 4 0 Avoid

Nissan 370z Years to Avoid

The 2009 Nissan 370Z has accumulated the most complaints as the first year of this generation. The concentric slave cylinder for the manual transmission clutch is a known failure point causing clutch issues. Oil consumption with the VQ37VHR engine was reported at higher rates in early production vehicles. The clutch and flywheel show wear patterns that lead to premature replacement needs. Synchromesh issues in the manual transmission caused grinding and difficult shifts for some owners. Electrical gremlins with the IPDM and other modules created intermittent problems.

Best Nissan 370z Years

The 2019 Nissan 370Z represents the best year to buy according to the complaint data. By this point in the production run, most issues had been addressed through running changes. The 2017-2020 model years all show reduced complaint rates and benefit from production maturity. These later models offer the same driving experience with improved reliability.

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