Is the 2009 Nissan 350Z a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Nissan 350Z ranks #5 of 5 among 350Z model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Good). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan 350Z?

The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), electrical system (1 complaints), and steering (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 9,600 miles.

Does the 2009 Nissan 350Z have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2009 Nissan 350Z in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Nissan 350Z?

EPA rates the 2009 Nissan 350Z at 19.5 MPG combined (17 city / 23.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2009 Nissan 350Z Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2009 Nissan 350Z has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #5 highest of 5 350Z model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 40% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #5 of 5 350Z years
Verdict: Good; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 5; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2008; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 19.5; 17 city / 23.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2009 Nissan 350Z recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2009 Nissan 350Z fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 17 MPG
Highway: 23.5 MPG
Combined: 19.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $4,100; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2009 compared with other 350Z years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2007	Caution	50	73	1	20
2008	Good	25	24	1	20
2009	Good	0	5	0	19.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2009 Nissan 350Z a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Nissan 350Z ranks #5 of 5 among 350Z model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Good). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan 350Z?: The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), electrical system (1 complaints), and steering (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 9,600 miles.
Does the 2009 Nissan 350Z have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2009 Nissan 350Z in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Nissan 350Z?: EPA rates the 2009 Nissan 350Z at 19.5 MPG combined (17 city / 23.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.