2008 Nissan Z Nissan Z 2008

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2008 Nissan Z repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (11%)

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2008 Nissan Z electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Nissan Z

Engine not specified

44000 mi

US $200
Driver side window stopped working. Motor was covered in carbon dust prohibiting the motor from functioning correctly. Ordered new motor online and installed it.  

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2008 Nissan Z 2dr Hatch

306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

22000 mi The passenger power window wouldn't close properly - bad motor. 
32000 mi air conditioning not working - no air coming thru vents, only warm air coming out below dash 
33000 mi Windows started making noise once window was in down position, window also stayed down, unable to raise the window to closed position. window problem turned out to be faulty window motors. Originally diagnosed as regulator problem but not the case. Motors replaced and problem solved. 
22000 mi TPMS light will sometimes blink, indicating issue with tire sensor. Dealership couldn't pull error code so it didn't fall under warranty repair to reset the system 

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2008 Nissan Z 2dr Convertible

306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

128000 mi

US $250
Battery needed to be replaced. 

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2008 Nissan Z Electrical Problems

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