2011 Nissan 370Z
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 22 of 40 complaints (55%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 110 in 2010 to 40 in 2011.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | vs. 2011 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,700 | 3,500–3,900 | 3,500–3,900 | 3,500–3,900 | 3,500–3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 21 | 20–22 | 20–22 | 20–22 | 20–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 18 / 26 | 18–19 / 25–26 | 18–19 / 25–26 | 18–19 / 25–26 | 18–19 / 24–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423 | 404–444 | 404–444 | 404–444 | 414–443 | |
| Complaints filed | 153 | 110 | 40 | 16 | 17 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2011 Nissan 370Z have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Nissan 370Z?
Steering: 22 of 40 NHTSA complaints (55%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Nissan 370Z get?
EPA rates it 20–22 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Nissan 370Z?
EPA estimates $3,500–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S7) | 6 | 3.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 19 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 (low) | 404 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 18 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 423 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S7) | 6 | 3.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 18 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 444 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 18 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 444 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS · Campaign 11V538000 · Nov 9, 2011
Defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTROLLER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION.
Consequence: THE THRESHOLD FOR AUTO REVERSE ACTIVATION IS HIGHER THAN THE NISSAN SPECIFICATION. SHOULD A BODY PART BECOME TRAPPED BY A CLOSING WINDOW, A PINCH INJURY MAY RESULT.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.