Official 370z problems

nmjaxx9 · 11-10-2013, 05:29 PM

the only problems I see are other people having problems with me driving my Z. But thats your not really my problem.

im just drivin, Other then that the experience with the Z is bangin!

OldGuy · 11-10-2013, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGuy

No problems at all on my '09 Base. Nver back to the dealer since purchase---although I've only put 5,100 mi. on her. They only concern I really have so far is the thin paint and I drive very carefully and defensively because it is so vulnerable to chipping, etc. Glad I have the ClearBra.

I wrote the above post after owning my 2009 Z 1.5 years and 5,000 miles. I'm now at 4 years and 12,500 miles. The problems I've encountered are relatively minor and as follows:
1) Thin paint resolved with ClearBra from day one of ownership. Bought the brand new and perfect. She's still perfect and looks showroom new.
2) Steering lock module. The unit never failed on me and was nevertheless replaced preemptively under recall.
3) Inaccurate ambient temperature module-replaced under warranty.
4) Horrific cabin noise-resolved by replacing crappy stock tires with Continentals
5) Sticky back hatch-new springs installed under warranty.
Aside from those relatively minor items, common to the new model in 2009, the car has been fine. I don't track her, so the oil temp has been within normal range in normal daily driving.
Had I to do it all over again, I would, especially as I bought the car at the end of the 2009 model year, cash and no trade, at a price below dealer cost. He was glad to move the car and I was glad to buy at that price, so everyone's happy. I expect to keep the car 10 more years for a full 100,000 miles.

Mandingo · 11-10-2013, 07:08 PM

I must be in the minority, but I really haven't had any problems with road noise or paint.

Steering lock is my only gripe

kfull · 11-10-2013, 08:04 PM

I solved the cabin noise problem by getting a non resonated FI exhaust

Riptide67 · 11-10-2013, 08:19 PM

My only issue was with the push button start. Had the steering lock replaced under warranty but that was not the issue.

Turned out to be the clutch pedal sensor. Coming from the 350, road noise is minimal in the 370.

I guess another issue I have with my 370 is that it came with "the mod bug". It kicked in about one month after I purchased it.

Rusty · 11-10-2013, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by kfull

I solved the cabin noise problem by getting a non resonated FI exhaust

Yea, that became a non-issue. LOL

shfeddy · 11-11-2013, 08:37 PM

I don't like the fact how there is no trunk release button for my Z. Kind of sucks how I need to get out of my car to open the trunk for my passenger.

zeeder · 11-11-2013, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by shfeddy

I don't like the fact how there is no trunk release button for my Z. Kind of sucks how I need to get out of my car to open the trunk for my passenger.

If you're in the car can't your passenger can push the button to open the trunk?

onzedge · 11-11-2013, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by zeeder

If you're in the car can't your passenger can push the button to open the trunk?

Yes.

shfeddy · 11-12-2013, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by zeeder

If you're in the car can't your passenger can push the button to open the trunk?

My girlfriend is something kind of stupid and cant open it when she is outside.

SouthArk370Z · 11-12-2013, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by shfeddy

My girlfriend is something kind of stupid and cant open it when she is outside.

LOL I have to wonder who the stupid one really is: the gf or the guy that would call his gf stupid in a public forum. I hope she has a great sense of humor.

kenchan · 11-12-2013, 12:56 PM

i have a problem. but it's not my Z.

onzedge · 11-12-2013, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

LOL I have to wonder who the stupid one really is: the gf or the guy that would call his gf stupid in a public forum. I hope she has a great sense of humor.

MadChemist · 11-12-2013, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Riptide67

I guess another issue I have with my 370 is that it came with "the mod bug". It kicked in about one month after I purchased it.

Lucky. I haven't even had mine for a month and I have already bought LEDs for the interior, GTR start button, GTR map lenses, stillen g3 intake, springs, UCA, and LCA.

alcheng · 11-13-2013, 01:51 AM

Official 370z problem....?

mmm....... it's addictive....

that's a problem... right?

11-10-2013, 07:08 PM	#78 (permalink)
Mandingo Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 625 Drives: '10 370z 6spd Rep Power: 3371	I must be in the minority, but I really haven't had any problems with road noise or paint. Steering lock is my only gripe __________________ some mods

11-10-2013, 08:04 PM	#79 (permalink)
kfull Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 909 Drives: A lot Rep Power: 14	I solved the cabin noise problem by getting a non resonated FI exhaust __________________ 2012 GM 6MT sports package \| FI non res cf exhaust \| K&N Drop Ins \| Viper 3303 security system w/ tilt sensor \| GTR start button \| 35% rear 45% side window tint \| Michelin PSS

11-10-2013, 08:19 PM	#80 (permalink)
Riptide67 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oak Harbor, WA Age: 37 Posts: 1,610 Drives: 09 Nismo #0483 PW Rep Power: 69	My only issue was with the push button start. Had the steering lock replaced under warranty but that was not the issue. Turned out to be the clutch pedal sensor. Coming from the 350, road noise is minimal in the 370. I guess another issue I have with my 370 is that it came with "the mod bug". It kicked in about one month after I purchased it. __________________ 2009 Nismo 370Z and 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 - PNW_INC - Legacy_Ohana Follow me on Instagam @s3zero_z3four

11-11-2013, 08:37 PM	#82 (permalink)
shfeddy Base Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 63 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 13	I don't like the fact how there is no trunk release button for my Z. Kind of sucks how I need to get out of my car to open the trunk for my passenger. __________________ ^Stillen SC kit^ 345 WHP Stillen 19 Row Oil Cooler TSW Nurburgring * Nitto555 305x30x18* 255x45x18

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11-10-2013, 05:29 PM	#76 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 26	the only problems I see are other people having problems with me driving my Z. But thats your not really my problem. im just drivin, Other then that the experience with the Z is bangin!

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i have a problem. but it's not my Z.

11-13-2013, 01:51 AM	#90 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418353	Official 370z problem....? mmm....... it's addictive.... that's a problem... right?