MYRModel Year Report

2009 Nissan 370Z

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2009 Nissan 370Z
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:04:07.175Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan 370Z Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2009: 153 complaints 2009 2010: 110 complaints 2011: 40 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2013: 17 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 3 complaints 2017: 5 complaints 2017 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 1 complaints 2019
2009: 153 complaints
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YearComplaints
2009153
2010110
201140
201216
201317
201410
20153
20163
20175
20182
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 58%

58% of complaints: steering — 88 distinct reports on file.

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The contact owns a 2009 Nissan 370Z. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the steering wheel locked up, and the contact was unable to start the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251215

I OWN A 2009 NISSAN 370Z. THERE HAVE BEEN ISSUES PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED BY MEMBERS IN THE 370Z.COM FORUM AND I HAVE FALLEN VICTIM TO IT. THE STEERING LOCK SYSTEM IN THE 370Z IS FAULTY AND UNRELIABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120430

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 44%

44% of complaints: electrical system — 67 distinct reports on file.

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THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK DEVICE HAS BEEN FAILING DAILY.I BOUGHT THIS CAR IN MARCH OF 2014 AND I HAVE ALL OF THE PAPERWORK THAT SHOWS THE PREVIOUS OWNER TOOK IT TO AUTONATION NISSAN CHANDLER AND UNDER RECALL P3208 IT WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED IN 2013.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180220

POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 9 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 5%

5% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Nissan 370Z — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (88 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (67 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 2009 Nissan 370Z?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Nissan 370Z have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.