The 2012 Nissan 370Z has 32 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and air bags. Owners most often flag clutch slave cylinder (csc) failure — the concentric slave cylinder is a known weak point, often failing and causing clutch hydraulic issues. a csc delete kit is the recommended solution. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2012 model year
32
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2012 Nissan 370Z vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
power train
24
air bags
6
engine
4
What owners say across generations
The sentiment is generally positive, with the 370Z described as a reliable, fun, and capable sports car that can handle daily driving and spirited use. It is praised for its stout VQ37VHR engine, which loves high RPMs and is considered solid with proper mainte
Clutch Slave Cylinder (CSC) failure — The concentric slave cylinder is a known weak point, often failing and causing clutch hydraulic issues. A CSC delete kit is the recommended solution. Frequency: very frequent.
Oil Gallery Gasket failure — Primarily affects 2009-2011 models, where paper gaskets can fail, leading to low oil pressure and potential engine damage. Requires engine-out service to replace with updated gaskets. Frequency: very frequent.
Steering Wheel Lock failure — An electronic failure that can lock the steering column, primarily noted in 2009-2011 models. Frequency: recurrent.
Fuel Starvation in right turns — A design flaw in the fuel tank causing fuel cut in long, sweeping right-hand turns, noted as unacceptable for a sports car. Frequency: recurrent.
Automatic Transmission Valve Body issues — Noted in the VQ platform, causing shifting problems in automatic models. Frequency: recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 370Z.
Typical used price
Used 370Z listings typically run $17,155–$24,984 across 2009 to 2020 model years.