2006 Nissan Z Nissan Z 2006

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2006 Nissan Z repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)

Other (11%)

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2006 Nissan Z transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Nissan Z 2dr Hatch

300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

42000 mi 6th gear syncro was going bad. Nissan replaced this under warranty without problem. I try not to drive my car too hard. It shows because the clutch was still in excellent condition but 6th gear decided to let go. New trans is very smooth. 
57500 mi

US $260
Replaced failing clutch master cylinder 

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2006 Nissan Z 2dr Hatch

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

11000 mi Transmission replaced due to synchro failing causing grinding and hanging up going into 5th gear 
16000 mi Grinding when downshifting from 6th to 5th. Dealer replicated the problem. Another transmission ordered. Transmission replaced for the second time. Grinding when shifting 6th to 5th. 

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2006 Nissan Z 2dr Convertible

300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

77500 mi

C $100
Replaced master and slave cylinder for clutch. 
20000 mi The hydraulic failure was noted on my vacation return in spring 2015 when the clutch pedal would not return and the car was towed for repair.  

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2006 Nissan Z Transmission Problems

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