There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Nissan 370Z, but owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Nissan 370Z problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 88 | |
| Electrical System | 67 | |
| Power Train | 26 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | |
| Engine | 8 | |
| Air Bags | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2009 Nissan 370Z complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · at 176,000 miles · reported Dec 15, 2025
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. The vehicle was towed to the residence, where a mobile mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with steering module failure. The contact called the dealer to schedule an appointment, and the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under Nissan Voluntary Service Campaign Number: P3208; free of charge, because the vehicle had already been previously repaired under the Voluntary Service Campaign. The…
Air Bags · reported Jul 15, 2021
My vehicle has only 12,400 miles, and the passenger air bag light will not go off and the airbag light in the dash keeps blinking. Millions of Nissan vehicles have had the same problem. I want my Nissan dealership, where I purchased this vehicle ( MâLady in Crystal Lake, IL ), to fix this at no cost to me.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 93,000 miles · reported Dec 20, 2020
Vehicle fuel gauge said 1/4 of a tank as I was driving the car suddenly shut off on a busy road making it very dangerous. I had the car towed home and as I was trying to diagnose the problem I added gas to the tank and the car started. Obviously the problem is the fuel sending unit.
Structure · at 96,204 miles · reported May 21, 2020
The dashboard in the car is greying and sticky (Same as 2008-09 altimas, 2011 maximas, toyotas, etx) and can create a glare on the windshield from the sun reflecting off of the glue. This is a manufacturing defect.
Electrical System · at 82,458 miles · reported Apr 1, 2020
I purchased my first nissan, a 2009 370z, in 2018. I went to start my car and it would not start, after reading various forums on the internet I found the issue with the 370z is well documented to the escl (Electronic steering column lock) issue. There is no warning to this occurring; I drove my car to the store and then home, an hour later went to start to the car and it would not start. The only lead I had was the intelligent key warning light, that when referenced in the owner's manual states this will lock the steering column and prevent the car from starting. This is usually triggered…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Nissan 370Z have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Nissan 370Z as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Nissan 370Z?
Owners report steering problems most often (88 reports), followed by electrical system (67). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.