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Nissan 350Z recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 657 owner complaints for the Nissan 350Z, covering model years 2003 to 2009. The 2003 model year drew the most complaints (275), and Suspension is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 3 recall campaigns on file
  • 657 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 7 model years with data (2003–2009)
  • most complaints: 2003 (275 for that model year)
  • top component: Suspension (148 complaints)
  • latest recall 08V521000 (reported Oct 7, 2008)
  • 28 complaints reporting a crash (4.3%)
  • 6 complaints reporting a fire (0.9%)
  • 17 complaints reporting an injury (2.6%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a death (0.2%)

Nissan 350Z complaints by model year

7 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2003 model year has the most complaints: 275 of 657, or 41.9%. Next come 2004 (144) and 2005 (83). The fewest are for 2009, with 5 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Nissan 350Z owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2003–2009Column chart of 657 complaints across 7 model years. The highest is 2003 with 275. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2003: 275 complaints27520032004: 144 complaints14420042005: 83 complaints8320052006: 53 complaints5320062007: 73 complaints7320072008: 24 complaints2420082009: 5 complaints52009
Nissan 350Z complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Nissan 350Z complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
20032756130
20041446070
2005839130
2006536241
2007731200
2008240000
200950000
All model years657286171

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Nissan 350Z components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Suspension is the component named most often, in 148 complaints (22.5% of all 657), followed by Power Train (133) and Tires (112).

Components named most often in Nissan 350Z complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Nissan 350Z complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Suspension14822.5%
Power Train13320.2%
Tires11217.0%
Air Bags8713.2%
Engine and Engine Cooling7611.6%
Engine406.1%
Wheels335.0%
Fuel System, Gasoline243.7%
Electrical System233.5%
Visibility152.3%
Structure142.1%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic121.8%
Unknown or Other121.8%
Fuel/Propulsion System101.5%
Seats81.2%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Nissan 350Z recalls

3 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name 350Z, newest first. The 3 campaigns cover model years 2003 to 2008. The 2003 model year appears in the most campaigns (2).

  • 3 recall campaigns
Nissan 350Z recall campaigns covering each model year
2003: 2 campaigns2004: 1 campaign2005: no campaigns2006: no campaigns2007: 1 campaign2008: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 08V521000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Software; Air Bags

    Model years 2007–2008

    Nissan is recalling 204,361 MY 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350Z, 350Z roadster, MY 2008 altima coupe, rogue, MY 2009 murano, and Infiniti MY 2007-2008 G35 sedan, MY 2008 G37 coupe and EX35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (ocs) control units. A varistor in the ocs control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the ocs and the air bag control unit (acu).

    Consequence:
    This could result in the passenger air bag being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (containing ocs hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification. The recall began on November 4, 2008. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 05V555000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline

    Model years 2003–2004

    On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the fuel filler hose may crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling.

    Consequence:
    Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel filler hose. Recall began on February 27, 2006, for Nissan owners, and on March 13, 2006, for Infiniti owners. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 03V455000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Model year 2003

    On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01V357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on December 22, 2003. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Nissan 350Z questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Nissan 350Z have?

NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns for the Nissan 350Z, covering model years 2003 to 2009. The most recent, 08V521000, was reported on October 7, 2008 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2003 model year is covered by the most campaigns (2).

Which Nissan 350Z model year has the most complaints?

The 2003 model year, with 275 of the 657 complaints in NHTSA’s file (41.9%). The next are 2004 (144) and 2005 (83). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Nissan 350Z complaint?

Suspension is the component named most often: 148 complaints, or 22.5% of all 657. Power Train (133) and Tires (112) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Nissan 350Z?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Nissan dealer.

How many Nissan 350Z complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 657 complaints, 28 report a crash, 6 a fire, 17 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.