How common are electrical problems on the 2010 Nissan 370Z?

NHTSA lists 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 370Z, which is 29% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 370Z steering lock or electrical issue?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2010 370Z.

At what mileage do these electrical failures typically happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,000 miles.

Did the 2010 370Z electrical problems cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these complaints, with 0 injuries reported.

Do other 370Z model years have this many electrical complaints?

The 2011 370Z shows 12 complaints in this area at 30% share, while 2012, 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2019 show 0 complaints, indicating 2010 stands out.

2010 Nissan 370Z Electrical System Problems

NHTSA logged 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Nissan 370Z, 29% of all complaints for that year, with a median mileage at failure of 40,000. No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 32; 29% of 110
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 40,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Steering lock mechanism fails and the car will not start, with the button-start feature rendered useless.
Vehicle enters an immobilized 'lock' state, windows stuck down, and will not shift into ACC or start mode.
Intelligent Key warning light flashes on and off before the car later fails to start entirely.
HID headlight assemblies collect condensation, causing bulb failure that owners say can affect the broader electrical system.
Owners report the steering lock relay failing without warning, leaving the vehicle stranded and requiring a tow.

When 2010 Nissan 370Z electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 31, 2012, latest Mar 6, 2021.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2012 to Mar 2021; peak Dec 2014 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Nissan 370Z

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by 370Z model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201032 (29%)
201112 (30%)
20120 (0%)
20131 (6%)
20140 (0%)
20151 (33%)
20161 (33%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2010 Nissan 370Z?: NHTSA lists 32 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 370Z, which is 29% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 370Z steering lock or electrical issue?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2010 370Z.
At what mileage do these electrical failures typically happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,000 miles.
Did the 2010 370Z electrical problems cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these complaints, with 0 injuries reported.
Do other 370Z model years have this many electrical complaints?: The 2011 370Z shows 12 complaints in this area at 30% share, while 2012, 2014, 2017, 2018, and 2019 show 0 complaints, indicating 2010 stands out.