2012 Nissan 370Z reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2012 Nissan 370Z holds 16 complaints after 15 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most 370Z years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (12 of 16), then Air bags (3) and Engine (2).
The 2013 370Z has 17 complaints, 1 per year. The 2012 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2012 Nissan 370Z. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (16 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"THE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. MY AIRBAGS NEED TO BE REPLACED THEY TOLD ME. ARE NOT WORKING. MY CAR WAS TESTED AT DEALER ALSO."
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"SRS LIGHT REMAINS ON ALL THE TIME. LOCAL DEALER SAYS IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND WILL FIX IT FOR 2500.00 DOLLARS. WILL AIR BAGS WORK? I DON'T KNOW."
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"PROBLEM STARTED WITH AN IGNITION ISSUE WHERE THE CAR WOULD TURN ON AND WOULD GO THROUGH THE NORMAL START AND INSTEAD OF HAVING THE ENGINE TURN ON IT WOULD CRANK BUT THEN SHUT OFF. CAR WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE NOT IN ANY…"
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"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND MY CLUTCH PEDDLE SLOWLY KEPT GETTING GOING DOWN AND NOT COMING UP. THEN I WAS A COUPLE OF BLOCKS AWAY FROM MY HOUSE AND IT WAS COMPLETELY STUCK AND I COULD NOT DRIVE MY CAR."
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"I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK ON JUNE 27TH OF 2017, DRIVING FROM VANCOUVER,WA TO PORTLAND, OR. AS I GOT OFF THE FREEWAY INTO THE EXIT TO MY WORK THERE WAS A STOP LIGHT. I PUT MY CAR INTO NEUTRAL AND AS SOON AS THE LIGHT TURNS…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Nissan 370Z 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2012 Nissan 370Z Roadster C RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| 370Z | 3.7L, 6-cyl | Automatic (7-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3650 |
| 370Z | 3.7L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG | $3800 |
| 370Z Roadster | 3.7L, 6-cyl | Automatic (7-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| 370Z Roadster | 3.7L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-153 covers certain 2018 Nissan 370Z vehicles: the driver's side curtain air bag may have been installed incorrectly during production, which can affect deployment. Dealers inspect the curtain air bag and correct its installation as necessary.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Nissan 370Z reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2012 Nissan 370Z holds 16 complaints after 15 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most 370Z years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2012 Nissan 370Z?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (12 of 16), then Air bags (3) and Engine (2).
Is the 2012 Nissan 370Z more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 370Z has 17 complaints, 1 per year. The 2012 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013.
Has the 2012 Nissan 370Z been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2012 Nissan 370Z.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Nissan 370Z?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2012 Nissan 370Z with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2012 Nissan 370Z get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2012 Nissan 370Z is 20.8 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Nissan 370Z use?
The VQ37VHR engine uses 5W-30 (Genuine NISSAN Ester 5W-30 SN or equivalent) with about 5.125 qt including filter per U.S. manuals.
What tire sizes fit the 370Z?
Trim-dependent staggered sizes include 225/50R18 front with 245/45R18 or wider 19-inch rears; confirm coupe vs roadster on the placard.
What recall affects 2018 Nissan 370Z models?
Recall 18V-153 covers certain 2018 370Z vehicles where the driver-side curtain air bag may have been installed incorrectly, affecting deployment; dealers inspect and correct installation.