Nissan 350Z years to avoid
The Nissan 350Z years to avoid are 2003, 2004 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2009 is the cleanest year on record.
815
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
2003–2009
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
350Z years to avoid
Every 350Z year
Common questions
What are the worst Nissan 350Z years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 350Z years to avoid are 2003, 2004. The cleanest year on record is 2009.
What is the best year for the Nissan 350Z?
By complaint volume, 2009 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 350Z years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Nissan 350Z have?
Across all model years, the 350Z has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 815 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.