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2006 Nissan 350Z problems
The 2006 Nissan 350Z has 53 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2006 Nissan 350Z has 53 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is engine at 16 complaints, typically surfacing around 27,457 miles (~$3,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2006 350Z?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Nissan 350Z? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
engine — 16 owner reports
· tends to show around 27,457 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
airbags — 12 owner reports
· tends to show around 33,055 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
wheels — 12 owner reports
· tends to show around 32,300 mi · ~$400 to fix
powertrain — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 42,379 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: engine is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 27,457 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 350Z· wheels
Tl - the contact owns a 2006 Nissan 350z. The contact stated that the front passenger side wheel rim developed a cracked, which caused the wheel to loose air pressure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who verified the failure and stated to the contact that the failure was…
While driving in a heavy rain, with the windshield wipers on a medium speed, the wipers stopped. By turning off and on the wipers, I could not get them to restart. While trying to get to the shoulder of the road, the wipers began working again on their own. They were off for…
Was hearing noise and took car to dealership and was told that I have 4 cracked rims and should buy new ones for 3067.00. I was told that yes the dealership does send there rims to be chromed but of course they said they didn't do mine. I told them I didn't do it. Nothing was…
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Zf service is recall certain clutch kit assemblies, part number sx: k70358-01, shipped to wholesalers as service parts between september 1, 2010, and march 8, 2011
An oversized clutch disc could cause the vehicle to move unintentionally on the initial start-up, if the driver does not follow the installation instructions and fails to use the service brakes while the hand brake is not applied. Unintentional movement of the vehicle could result in a crash or possible injury to persons outside the vehicle.
Fix: Zf service notify wholesalers to return any affected clutch kit assemblies still in inventory for free replacement kits. This condition will correct itself after the first start-up and usage of the clutch kit. However, if an owner is not satisfied with its performance, zf services will reimburse the owner for the cost of the replacement clutch kit and a reasonable amount for its installation. The safety recall began on july 13, 2011. Owners may contact zf services at 1-800-321-0784 ext. 6748.
Common questions
Is the 2006 Nissan 350Z reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Nissan 350Z is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2006 Nissan 350Z?
On the NHTSA data, the 2006 Nissan 350Z does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Nissan 350Z?
Inspect the engine first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 16 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,457 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Nissan 350Z a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 53 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is engine. Typical failure occurs around 27,457 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Nissan 350Z?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 16 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,457 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 33,055 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan 350Z has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Nissan 350Z?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 53 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Nissan/350Z.
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