MYRModel Year Report

2003 Nissan 350Z

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2003 Nissan 350Z
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
275
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Suspension

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 275 complaints 2003 275 2004: 144 complaints 2004 2005: 83 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2006 2007: 73 complaints 2007 2008: 24 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009
2003: 275 complaints 2003 275 2004: 144 complaints 2004 2005: 83 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2006 2007: 73 complaints 2007 2008: 24 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009
2003: 275 complaints 2003 275 2004: 144 complaints 2004 2005: 83 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2006 2007: 73 complaints 2007 2008: 24 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009

2003: 275 complaints

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YearComplaints
2003275
2004144
200583
200653
200773
200824
20095

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

40% · 111 reports

Most commonly citing front and rear.

CRASH
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Brembo aluminum calipers were used with steel bolts causing the breaks to get himot & seize the steel bolt in the calipers.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-15

Also filed under Service brakes and wheels

Tires

26% · 71 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing engine and crankcase (pcv).

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Camshaft position sensor failure causing the engine to stall during operation. Vehicle is hard to restart after failure. This may cause a potentially serious accident because of sudden engine failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-08

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the engine stalled without prior warning. The vehicle restarted moments later and resumed as normal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-02

Power train

13% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

FIRE
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Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Nissan 350Z. While the vehicle was idling at a stop light, the clutch was depressed and the contact heard a squeaky noise. The vehicle stalled and took three attempts before it would restart.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-14

Also filed under Electrical system

Engine

10% · 27 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2003-12-22Engine and engine cooling03V455000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-02-27Fuel system, gasoline05V555000 On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the fuel filler hose may crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling.

    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…

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    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…

    Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

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    2011-07-13Power train11E024000 Zf service is recall certain clutch kit assemblies, part number sx: K70358-01, shipped to wholesalers as service parts between September 1, 2010, and March 8, 2011. These service parts are intended…

    Remedy: Zf service notify wholesalers to return any affected clutch kit assemblies still in inventory for free replacement kits. This condition will correct itself after the first start-up and usage of the…

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Nissan 350Z — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 111 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 71 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 35 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 03V455000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 05V555000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 11E024000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Nissan 350Z reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Nissan 350Z?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Nissan 350Z have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.