KnownCarProblems2005 Nissan 350Z Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 83 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Nissan 350Z, most often about the air bags (39% of complaints, typically around 49,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about 350Z model year since 2000.
Most common 2005 Nissan 350Z problems
Air bags
32 complaints · 39%Half of these problems showed up before 49,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
Like so many others that I have read, my airbag light flashes for the passengers side airbag. I am a second owner of this car that has never been involved in a wreck of any kind. This car has been babied by me as well as the previous owner. It is garage kept and hardly ever driven. Milage is only 52000 after 11…
Tl contact owns a 2005 Nissan 350Z. While driving 45 MPH on wet pavement, the contact was cut off by another vehicle. He lost control of the vehicle, struck a curb, and crashed into a tree. The contact sustained minor injuries. The vehicle filpped over and none of the air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The…
Engine
19 complaints · 23%Half of these problems showed up before 16,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
Consumer states that the vehicle is stalling while driving without any warning. First time it happened when the car had 10400 miles on it. When pulled to the side of the road was able to restart after few attempts and resume driving. The dealership has found bad throatle sensor and replaced throatle chamber/reset…
This has happened three times now. I have been driving my 350 down the highway at about 65 MPH and it just stops running I can push the pedal down and nothing happens. I had it towed into the dealership the first time and they said it was the cam shaft sensor. No big deal right? Well about 2000 miles later it happened…
Transmission
9 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 21,000 miles. Parts named most often: manual transmission, clutch assembly.
Clutch/flywheel failure on 2005 Nissan 350Z. While driving in traffic clutch/flywheel failed leaving minimal power to drive wheels causing dangerously slow acceleration. Took car directly to Nissan dealer for repair ($2178.00). Research on internet shows other owners of newer vehicles have had similar problem.…
Dt: 2005 Nissan 350Z. The consumer states the vehicle stalls when going over 70 MPH,this also occurs at lower speeds. There is no warning that this is going to occur. The service engine soon light comes on after the vehicle completely looses power. The vehicle has to be turned all the way off to be started. The…
Wheels and tires
8 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 63,000 miles. Parts named most often: tread/belt, rim, pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
2005 Nissan 350Z right rear wheel has a crack in one of the spokes which I noticed on september 19 2010. Consulted miller Nissan in van nuys california on september 20 2010. Service advisor claimed its normal wear and tear and warranty does not cover a replacement. I explained how it is a safety issue and a wheel…
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. Also, the contact mentioned that the seat belt and horn failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician stated that the air bag sensor module and tire pressure sensors were defective…
Electrical
5 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: software, 12v/24v/48v battery.
I have a 2005 Nissan 350Z but the incident was not with my car but a my friend's car. He has the same year model Nissan 350Z as mine he's airbag light came on after a 1 year of owning he's car. He took it to the dealer and was told that he's airbag module had gone bad. Now he made a choice not to have it replace…
I had avital 5303l remote starter/security system installed on my car on 2/8/14 by mobile sound and alarm in pennsauken nj. When I got home I turned off my car and placed the car in 1st gear (manual transmission) and pulled up the brake. I stepped out of the car and shut the door and hit the start button on the new…
Body and structure
4 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: body.
My 2005 350Z roadster get too many paint chips on the car. This is on the hood and side panels. The pain also has orange peel texture. For a new car to ship this way so early only two months this is a defect. Car company has stated this is only because of rocks from roadway. Unacceptible paint and needs to be…
I have a 2005 Nissan 350Z, the struts holding the heavy rear hatch have failed to keep the hatch open gradually deteriorating and had hit both my wife and I in the head very badly causing bloody gashes in our heads. I contacted Nissan and they first said they would repair it free, then changed their mind. It started…
Suspension
4 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: rear.
I bought my car new. At 13k miles, the crankshaft position went out and there was a rattle in the rearend. The dealer fixed both problems. But now at 26k miles, the engine is knocking hard and it turned out my engine is burning oil. Btw, the rattle in the rearend is back again. I bought my car for a total of $32,000…
Test drove this car at toyota of rock hill. Sales manager did not want me to take it on the interstate. I refused to buy it unless I could take it there. Went approximately 1 mile. With flow of traffic in right lane, being passed on left. Not speeding. Car started fishtailing. Slid sideways to the right and off road.…
Lights
4 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: hazard flashing warning lights.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Nissan 350Z recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Wheel separation due to spoke fracture
Summary
All of the wheel separation incidents identified in ea07-005 have involved wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming in california.metallurgical analysis of aftermarket chromed wheels obtained from incident vehicles showed significant changes in material properties that can increase the chance of structural failure.nissan has issued several communications to dealers, both before and after odi's investigation began with pe06-050, warning against the practice of chroming wheels.nissan has advised odi that it will be sending another communication this year that repeats the warnings against aftermarket chroming. No defect has been identified in the original equipment nissan wheels.there have been
Questions about the 2005 Nissan 350Z
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan 350Z?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (32 complaints, typically around 49,000 miles); engine (19 complaints, typically around 16,500 miles); transmission (9 complaints, typically around 21,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Nissan 350Z have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Nissan 350Z. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Nissan 350Z?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about 350Z model year since 2000, with 83 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.