2004 Nissan 350Z
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 275 |
| 2004 | 144 |
| 2005 | 83 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: tires — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING ON THE EXPRESS WAY A MOTORCYCLE AHEAD OF ME APPLIED HIS BRAKES I FOLLOWED SUIT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050701
15% of complaints: suspension — 21 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
RECENTLY DRIVING MY NISSAN 350Z ALONG A HIGHWAY, THE AIRBAGS FOR NO REASON, DEPLOYED ON THEIR OWN. IT WAS SHEER LUCK THAT I WASN'T KILLED. YOU WOULD THINK NISSAN WOULD TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS PROBLEM WITH THEIR AIRBAGS, BUT NO!
NHTSA ODI report, 20060517
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120322
8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 12 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2004 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, after stepping away from the vehicle, the contact was alerted by his passenger that there was a fuel leak underneath the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240424
7% of complaints: suspension — 10 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 INFINITI
Campaign 05V555000 — check if this car was fixed
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 N
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.
Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed
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 F
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 C
Campaign 11E024000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Nissan 350Z — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V555000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 11E024000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2004 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 2004 Nissan 350Z?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Nissan 350Z have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.