EARLY IN 2015 MY CLUTCH STARTED STICKING WHEN THE WEATHER GOT COLDER AND AFTER DOING RESEARCH I FOUND THAT THIS WAS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THE CSC SEAL GONG BAD. I EVEN TOLD NISSAN THAT IT WAS BAD TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE AND THE ONLY THING THEY DID WAS PUT IN THE SAME TYPE OF CLUTCH FLUID USED IN THE GTR, AFTER GETTING THE CAR BACK AND DRIVING FOR A WEEK THE CLUTCH STARTED TO STICK AGAIN AND I ONCE AG…
2010 nissan 370Z powertrain problems
moderate 23 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
CSC (CLUTCH PRESSURE) IS FAILING. MANY 370Z DRIVERS ARE HAVING THIS ISSUE
THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE THE CLUTCH PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND WOULD NOT COME UP OR ENGAGE. I WAS STUCK IN CITY TRAFFIC. I CHECKED THE FLUID LEVEL AND IT WAS LOW BUT NOT BEFORE THE MINIMUM LINE. I BELIEVE I HAVE A LEAK IN THE INTERNAL SLAVE CYLINDER WHICH IS LOCATED INSIDE THE BELL HOUSING.
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2010 nissan 370Z?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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