Complaints
102
Crashes
12
Fires
1
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2005 Nissan 350Z Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#129 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:51,117 mi
Crash-related:5
#212 complaints
Engine & Cooling
Avg mileage:13,097 mi
Fires:1
#35 complaints
Manual Transmission
Avg mileage:9,500 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Nissan 350Z.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 29 | 5 | — | 51,117 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 12 | — | 1 | 13,097 mi | |
| Manual Transmission | 5 | — | — | 9,500 mi | |
| Body Structure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Software | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 1 | — | — | — |
Airbags
29
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,117
Engine & Cooling
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
13,097
Manual Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
9,500
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2005 Nissan 350Z — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 Nissan 350Z reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2005 Nissan 350Z has 102 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2005 Nissan 350Z?
Top reported problems: Airbags (29 complaints, avg 51,117 mi); Engine & Cooling (12 complaints, avg 13,097 mi); Manual Transmission (5 complaints, avg 9,500 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Nissan 350Z?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 36,675 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2005 Nissan 350Z?
NHTSA complaints for the 2005 Nissan 350Z include 12 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2005 Nissan 350Z have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2005 Nissan 350Z as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2005 Nissan 350Z?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Nissan 350Z reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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