This is what I sent Nissan USA.
I have owned Nissans since 1983. A 1983 280 ZX Turbo, a 1991 300ZX TT, a 1993 300ZXTT. I owned the 1993 for 15 years and 225,000 miles. I now own a 2009 370Z. Like many 370Z, Maxima and Juke owners, I am now experiencing a Steering Lock Unit problem. Since I am past 36,000miles the cost will come out of my pocket. The GTR was recalled for this problem but not the 370Z or Maxima owners. Nissan says this is not common but the replacement part is back ordered and the 370Z and Maxima forums are abuzz with this issue. My previous cars were well made and there was never a problem like this. The 370Z owners who have the problem below 36,000 miles are getting the problem taken care of under warranty. I, a senior citizen, am at 45,000 miles so the cost goes to me. Shame on Nissan for not recalling the 370Z's (2009 -2011) and the Maximas for this issue. The dealers say they see this problem on Maximas but because the 370Z is a bit more rare, not so much. You are turning your cars into German junk. No problem with Oil temperatures but you now offer an oil cooler. No problems with brakes but the car has been re-designed to better cool the brakes. This is my last Nissan.
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