2007 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
25% of complaints: power train — 18 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC MY CLUTCH PEDAL STUCK TO THE FLOOR CAUSING THE CAR TO FILL WITH SMOKE AND RENDERING THE CAR TEMPORALLY INOPERABLE AFTER A FEW MINUTES I PUMPED THE PEDAL AND WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE HOME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20071125
CLUTCH STUCK TO THE FLOOR, TERRIBLE RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM THROW OUT BEARING. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20070606
19% of complaints: power train — 14 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
CAR WAS MAKING A RATTLING NOISE FROM UNDERNEATH SINCE I BOUGHT IT NEW ALSO THERE WAS A CREAKING NOISE FROM THE LEFT REAR TIRE FROM DAY 1 NOW THE CAR SKIPS AT 1000 RPMS OF COURSE NISSAN DOES NOT HELP. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121013
16% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A DEER UNEXPECTEDLY CAME INTO THE VEHICLE PATH AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE DEER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140624
MY AIR BAG EXPOLDED - I HAVE NO AIR BAG NOW. WENT OUT TO MY CAR AFTER WORKING THAT DAY
NHTSA ODI report, 20180111
THE PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON DUE TO A FAULTY SENSOR IN THE SEAT. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM YET MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT IDENTIFIED IN THE NISSAN RECALL DATA BASE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171127
11% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
WHEEL SEPARATION DUE TO SPOKE FRACTURE
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 PASSEN
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 REPLACE
Campaign 08V521000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Nissan 350Z — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V521000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 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 2007 Nissan 350Z?
The most-reported component is power train:clutch assembly, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Nissan 350Z have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.