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Expensive Nissan Z repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (21%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 67 repairs.
Nissan Z repair cost distribution
$2500+ (20%)
$1000 - $2499 (80%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (0%)
Chart based on 50 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2010 Nissan 370Z 2dr Convertible
332-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 30000 mi US $1000 |
Replace top. Looked very worn, many discolored rub spots. Replaced under warranty |
2009 Nissan 370Z 2dr Hatch
332-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 116900 mi US $2700 |
Clutch went out. The CSC (concentric slave cylinder) failed, the most common part for failure on the Z... |
| 122000 mi US $2900 |
5th and 6th gear synchros were grinding, further evaluation led to finding out that parts to fix issue could take at least four months or longer becuase of national back order. Went with brand new transmission instead. |
| 65000 mi US $1250 |
ac compressor and clutch complete failure. |
| 69000 mi US $1050 |
Clutch slave cylinder broke. Have to remove transmission to put a slave cylinder in. Stupid design Clutch slave cylinder broke. Have to remove transmission to put a slave cylinder in. Stupid design |
| 85000 mi US $400 |
Slave cylinder failed again. Design flaw! I converted the csc internal slave to external slave cylinder. Car was not reliable at all until I converted to a new design. Thanks Z1 Motorsports.. |
| 63000 mi US $1700 |
Replaced clutch and slave cylinder. Was able to drive to the shop in second gear. |
2008 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 27000 mi US $2500 |
Slave Cylinder and Master Cylinder Failure, both replaced, and replaced Clutch and Flywheel while transmission was open. |
| 90300 mi US $1300 |
CSC Failure, replaced with Z1 CSC Elimination Kit, recall |
2007 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 42000 mi US $1200 |
A/C suddenly stopped cooling; determined to be due to bad/leaking condenser Rattling rear suspension shock mounts; both mounts and all rubber bushings replaced |
| 47000 mi US $1750 |
Defective tire pressure sensor needed replacement Driver side blinker flashing rapidly even though all lights were working correctly; owner thought it was defective control module; mechanic determined it to be a single faulty light triggering code. Clutch feeling very touchy and releasing at top of clutch release. Had mechanic inspect for visible wear and issues Mechanic discovered pinhole leak in hose |
| 52000 mi US $1500 |
They said the clutch and master cylinder needed to be replaced because car wouldn't go into gear |
2006 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 70060 mi $2000 |
The front end of the car would knock severely whenever the car went over a hump. The car was also handling quite poorly. Once the front shocks were replaced together the front suspension link, things improved drastically. |
| 71500 mi $400 |
Car ride was bouncy. Replaced the rear shocks using OEM parts. Also, driver door handle broke off. Had to ship one from Japan through my friend. Dealer said it would take 3 months by ship and 3 weeks by air. I didn't waste anytime with them. |
2006 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 70000 mi US $1000 |
Radiator was clogged and needed to be replaced. |
| 162000 mi US $1200 |
a/c compressor broken, replaced compressor, condensor, refrigerant |
| 94000 mi US $1000 |
Rear shock was replaced |
2006 Nissan 350Z 2dr Convertible
300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 20200 mi US $900 |
Convertible top would not fold down. |
| 24000 mi US $1400 |
Replace clutch. 350Z was 'stored' for extended time; no return on clutch hydraulics, fixed but left without full pressure plate action, slipping caused excessive wear. |
| 56000 mi US $2000 |
Convertible top developed one spontaneous tear in 6/10, patched. In 2/11 noted another spontaneous tear, opted to replace the top with a stayfast cloth top, 3rd party, vs manufacturer vinyl. Love it so far. |
| 29000 mi US $400 |
Had the door window adjusted and the 30000 mile maintenance done. They changed the oil, coolant inspected everything. |
2006 Nissan 350Z 2dr Convertible
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 84000 mi US $1700 |
New compressor and other parts |
2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 49000 mi US $850 |
Repair driver's seat mounting points. |
| 116800 mi US $1400 |
Replace seat frame parts due to excessive wear caused by motorsports activities. |
2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 30000 mi US $1000 |
Clutch Replaced outside of warranty |
2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 66000 mi US $1000 |
Struts and shocks were leaking hydraulic fluid and the back two had lost all preassure. All 4 had to be replaced, $1000. Another $300 to do the 60K service. |
| 122300 mi US $1000 |
Taillights had to be rewired, which caused the starter to burn out. |
2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Convertible
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 112000 mi US $1100 |
Convertible top not working (intermittent) Brake lights working intermittently (which actually ended up being directly related to the convertible top issues) |
| 40000 mi US $1200 |
Convertible top motor #5 failed (apparently fairly common). Replaced. |
| 59000 mi US $1600 |
New clutch/flywheel. I have been driving manual for years, and the clutch went. |
| 60000 mi US $1050 |
Brake Caliper became stuck. Needed to replace Caliper, Rotors and Brakes. |
| 69000 mi US $480 |
Temperature Gauge Broke, Car overheated on the highway. Engine froze, needed to be towed. |
| 179700 mi US $650 |
Exhaust muffler and midpipe replaced. |
| 118000 mi US $600 |
2 02 Sensor Airbag Light turn off |
| 129000 mi US $200 |
Replace Thermostat. |
| 152300 mi US $3000 |
New Clutch |
| 158000 mi US $1600 |
Rear brake calipers, pads and rotors |
| 175000 mi US $1500 |
Needed to replace control arms front and rear. |
| 177700 mi US $1300 |
Convertible Top Replacement |
| 194000 mi US $800 |
Power steering stopped working replaced lower |
| 200000 mi US $3000 |
Struts replaced 3 times |
2005 Nissan 350Z 2dr Convertible
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 55000 mi US $1500 |
Replace converible top motor, brakes |
2004 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 24800 mi €120 |
Changed the power steering cooler. It started to leak. Easy DIY job. No other issues. I have driven 35 000 km and track the car alot. |
| 51460 mi €120 |
Changed the clutch main cylinder and clutch line. Rubber clutch line failed and it was changed steel braided line. Main cylinder was also changed to improve reliability when new clutch and gearbox is installed. |
| 51460 mi €2900 |
Changed to CD009 gearbox due to bad 5th and 6th gear syncros. Changed slave cylinder also. Master cylinder was replaced earlier. New pivot ball and bearings came with the gearbox. |
| 62620 mi €150 |
Leaking valve cover oil seals replaced. |
| 85000 mi US $2000 |
Head gasket replacement |
2004 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 115000 mi US $1300 |
Plug change. Oil leak from cam covers fixed. Also cam position sensor. |
| 67300 mi US $465 |
Driver's side window motor stopped working. A trusted private shop quoted me $275+tax for the parts and $190 for labor. It's been 1 week since I got it fixed and so far no issues. |
| 84000 mi US $200 |
driver side front drive/parking light bulb replaced. |
| 92000 mi US $2000 |
Rear main seal leak repair |
2004 Nissan 350Z 2dr Convertible
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 66000 mi US $300 |
passenger side window lift motor failed. had to be replaced (by me). |
| 93300 mi US $550 |
Anti theft system failure. Car wouldn't start. Had to cut new keys and replace module. A week later failed again, repaired again at no additional cost. |
| 95000 mi US $1020 |
Replaced convertible top |
| 103000 mi US $500 |
Immobilizer... again! |
| 59300 mi US $2500 |
Clutch and flywheel |
2003 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| 79000 mi US $560 |
Faulty Cam shaft position sensors Replaced driver side window motor |
| 92000 mi US $1200 |
Rust repaired on left and right rear fenders. Rusting caused by a separation of the fenders and fender liner allowing moisture to penetrate the layers. |
| 92000 mi US $1000 |
Replace one oxygen sensor. Recovered driver and passenger seat. Original seat covers were worn and had holes in the side bolster. |
| 96900 mi US $250 |
Replaced gasket on oil pump. Oil was leaking through the worn gasket. |
| 104000 mi US $285 |
Rear hatch actuator failed. The actuator was replaced with a new switch and assembly. |
| 106000 mi US $285 |
Misfiring on cylinder #3.Problem repaired by replacing coil pack |
| 115800 mi US $350 |
Replaced lower front control arms. |
| 120000 mi US $250 |
Replaced bushings rear suspension component. Heat shield cracked. |
| 115000 mi US $4000 |
Front compression rod bushings cracked: Front compression rods replaced and aligned. Steering Rack and pinion leaking: replaced. |
| 222000 mi US $340 |
Oil pressure gauge shows maximum oil pressure. No fluctuation except when car is off or on. Also had Oil Change. |
| 226000 mi US $1500 |
Gaskets on Valve Covers Leaked down into Spark Plugs, Spark plugs 1st change, Oil pressure sending unit replaced. Flush clutch Master and Slave Cylinder and replace line. |
| 228000 mi US $770 |
replaced Tein springs with Eiback Pro and put stock shocks on to replace Bilsteins due to Tokico adjustables being back ordered until March. rear hatch strut replaced on left |
| 237000 mi US $880 |
Cam and Crank Sensors replaced when errors showed up on Cam sensor. Crank sensor previously replaced per recall. Left Window Motor failed |
| 259000 mi US $1200 |
left door handle opening broke on the screws connecting the inside and outside of the handle. replaced original struts with coilover suspension |
| 274000 mi US $800 |
Front Lower Control Arms |
| 278000 mi US $350 |
Brake computer module impacting ABS, Traction Control, Limited slip broke and had motor running when car was off, running down battery and switching on all lights related to brakes on dashboard and ending speedometer function. while Shop verified this was module they also installed rear brake pads . |
| 130000 mi US $180 |
Engine would not idle after start. Would die immediately. TSB. Dealer wanted to charge more than $500 for a new throttle body. Took the car to Z Car Garage, he solved the problem by cleaning the existing throttle body. |
| 150700 mi US $647 |
Engine would not spin up beyond idle. Replaced throttle body, replaced belts, clean air filter. |
| 146000 mi US $600 |
Engine stutter when first starting to accelerate. Replaced mass air flow sensor. |
| 151000 mi US $130 |
Battery would not charge properly. Old and tired. |
| 156000 mi US $950 |
cam and crank sensors replacement. Replaced CV joints |
| 1000000000 mi US $1491 |
Rear Shocks Drivers side window motor |
| 94000 mi US $3000 |
Throwout bearing seized up causing the car to become un-drivable & led to failure of the clutch and flywheel as well. Replaced plugs and notice oil in cylinders, had to replace valve cover gaskets / seals. |
| 110000 mi US $205 |
Front lower control arm bushings replaced. |
| 112000 mi US $125 |
Door handle broken at shaft pivot point (molded plastic). Required full door handle replacement. |
| 116300 mi US $300 |
Rear drivers-side shock failure. Replaced all four shocks. |
| 134000 mi US $225 |
Poor braking performance, noise under braking. Replaced brake pads and rotors. |
| 139000 mi US $200 |
Crack in top of radiator tank. Replaced radiator. |
2003 Nissan 350Z 2dr Hatch
287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 23000 mi US $3559 |
Coolant leak, replaced compressor, dryer Replace left electric window drive and regulator Fuel gage not working, reads "empty" always |
| 74600 mi US $1200 |
exhaust system rusted and broke in front of the muffler. Purchased and had a Borla stainless steel true dual exhaust system installed from cat back. |
| 80700 mi US $1200 |
pads were worn and rotors warped. replaced calipers with powder coated remans, replaced rotors with slotted, cross drilled rotors, ceramic bake pads |
| 78300 mi US $180 |
Left rear tail light developed a crack and began leaking water into the inside of the light envelope. This resulted in frequent failure of the light bulb due to contact with the water. I replaced both tail lights with after market LED lights |
| 86000 mi US $135 |
Replaced passenger side window motor |
| 88000 mi US $100 |
replaced exhaust system gaskets between catalytic converter and exhaust pipe |
| 98200 mi US $460 |
Left rear caliper sticking, replaced calipers, brake pads and resurfaced rotors |
| 100300 mi US $485 |
Cd player not working. Replaced head unit with a Kenwood DPX592BT plus a Siriusxm SXV300. |
| 57000 mi US $1200 |
Dealer Replaced Thermostat and Radiator. |
| 56000 mi US $250 |
Radio Amplifier Intermittent. Replaced entire sound system with after market parts: Head unit, speakers, amps. |
| 68000 mi US $1200 |
Dealer replaced Engine Harness. |
| 77000 mi US $1200 |
Dealer replaced Crankshaft sensor and Cam Sensors (both banks) |
| 78000 mi US $100 |
Replaced Hatchback Struts. Bought replacement Struts from Z1motorsports.com and installed them myself. |
| 86000 mi US $1900 |
Dealer replaced Transmisson |
| 102000 mi US $1300 |
Brought car in to replace spark plugs. Nissan found oil in spark plugs 5 & 6. Valve Covers need replacing as well as Valve Cover Gaskets. |
| 137000 mi US $115 |
Replaced driver side window motor |
| 139900 mi US $1600 |
Replaced control arms Replaced exhaust sensors |
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