2005 Nissan 350Z Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 11%of 83 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2005 Nissan 350Z, 11% of the 83 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Clutch sticking to floor have to place foot under clutch to pop back in place so I can continue to use clutch. Also, slip light comes on since Nissan of bowie, md rotated my tires, in the 13 yrs I have owned no mechanic has ever done and I question it at Nissan of bowie, md.”
NHTSA complaint #11139086, filed 2018-10, 52,000 miles“I purchased a 2005 350Z in nov 2004 - where do I start. To date I've had the car in for service on 7 occasions ranging from minor annoyances of the gauges coming on saying I had low tire pressure when I didn't, the utility plugs not working where I was told even though my phone charger works on every other car known to man it must be bad there couldn't be a problem with the car's plugs, having the transmission replaced, the front caliper replaced and the crank sensor replaced twice. Each time I've taken the car in for repairs the 1st responses are we cannot duplicate the problem . …”
NHTSA complaint #10134332, filed 2005-08, 2,500 miles“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. Manufacturer should bear responsibility.”
NHTSA complaint #10155879, filed 2006-04, 23,183 miles“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 vehicle has been taken to the dealership and they replaced the crank shaft sensor. The problem is happening again. This has happened approximately 7 times. This has not caused any accidents.”
NHTSA complaint #10133312, filed 2005-08, 5,000 miles“I have had 3 recent Nissan vehicles that have had serious mechanical issues, 1st 2006 Nissan murano (only owner) 2nd 2004 Nissan 350Z 3rd 2005 Nissan 350Z which each of these vehicles are over $30,000 and top models of manufacturer. The murano which I had to sell july 2011 due to buying a home and could not deal with the problems that it was having on a regular basis....the 2004 350Z I bought off a private seller, it looked good and boy was I wrong the stereo, electrical components, seats, overheating, horrible roar from the rear end, tires, windows failing, need I say more!!!!! …”
NHTSA complaint #10441927, filed 2011-12Related service bulletins
- 10192821May 10, 2016SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission…
- 10192474Nov 20, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the…
- 10043950Apr 10, 2012Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. Applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles.
- 10024689Apr 28, 2008Nissan; special automatic transmission fluid requirement. 2004 to current nissan vehicles.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Nissan 350Z
32 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaintsTires
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Nissan 350Z
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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