2011 Nissan 370Z Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Nissan 370Z.

20102012
Complaints
59
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2011 Nissan 370Z Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#122 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:40,944 mi
#214 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:29,578 mi
#312 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:47,576 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Nissan 370Z.

Steering Defects
22
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,944
Transmission / Drivetrain
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,578
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,576
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
54,600
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2011 Nissan 370Z

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,788 vehicles.

11V538000Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
~1,788 affected

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTROLLER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION.

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2011 Nissan 370Z — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2011 Nissan 370Z reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2011 Nissan 370Z has 59 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 22 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Nissan 370Z?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (22 complaints, avg 40,944 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints, avg 29,578 mi); Electrical Faults (12 complaints, avg 47,576 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 2011 Nissan 370Z?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 40,732 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2011 Nissan 370Z have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,788 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2011 Nissan 370Z?
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 370Z reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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