2006 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
28% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
THE DATE IS WHEN I RECEIVED MY CAR FROM THE BODY SHOP AFTER 3-CAR WRECK. DROVE IT TO WORK AND THE CAR HAD NO POWER TO CLIMB A HILL. CALLED INSURANCE COMPANY, TOOK IT BACK THEY DID NO REPAIRS TO THE ENGINE, SO IT WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130302
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120402
DRIVING HOME ONLY 1/8 MILE FROM MY HOUSE, I COLLIDED HEAD ON WITH A SMALL PICK-UP TRUCK. MY NISSAN 350 CAR SPUN SEVERAL TIMES AND CAME TO REST. MOST OF THE DAMAGE WAS TO THE DRIVER SIDE AND FRONT END. FRONT BUMPER COMPLETELY GONE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070218
28% of complaints: wheels — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rim and lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SOMETIMES DRIVING, I HEAR LIGHT CRACKLING NOISE COMES AND GOES. FOR 9 MONTHS CHECKUP, I MENTIONED IT TO DEALER. HE SAID THEY TEST DROVE IT AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20071015
THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING FILED AS PART OF AN OFFICIAL CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL INVESTIGATION INTO A MAJOR INJURY TRAFFIC COLLISION INVOLVING A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. THE CHP MAIT INVESTIGATION # IS SL-45-06.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061016
26% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine.
FIRE11% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
MY 2006 350Z IS DOING EXACTLY WHAT IS STATED BELOW FROM YOUR WEBSITE. I PURCHASE MY CAR IN 2012 AND WAS NOT AWARE THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM AS I HAD BEEN DRIVING AUTOMATICS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220409
8% of complaints: tires — 4 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Tire size 265/35ZR19 driving down highway at 55 mph when tire blew out. I was able to lucklily get the shoulder and it looked like my tire was cut open with a can opener on the sidewall.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231014
SAFETY TIMELINE
WHEEL FAILURE
WHEEL SEPARATION DUE TO SPOKE FRACTURE
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
2006 Nissan 350Z — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11E024000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2006 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 2006 Nissan 350Z?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Nissan 350Z have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.