Oh man, this just happened to me 2 weeks ago. I went into the dealership and told them it was the steering wheel lock assembly. They then spent a week trying to figure out what was wrong with it until they finally listened to me and ordered it. Unfortunately, the part is back ordered and they said that I have to wait until 2 Feb before it will be in, but they told me if I call Nissan headquarters and complain, they might step in an get it sent sooner (i doubt it though). At least they gave me a loaner :rolleyes:

Anyways, mine is a 2010 Base + Sport with 17k. Was #27 produced for 2010 and was built in Oct 2009, so its probably the same part as all the 2009s.

Courtesy Parts claim they have them in stock- LOCK SET-STEERING - 370Z (Z34) 2009+ :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com . Not sure if its RevC or RevD, you guys may want to give them a call.

I would just rather order it from them and DIY, save yourself some money if your warranty is out.

Mike good call if everyone filed a compaint the gov would force a recall.

Mine failed at 26,350 miles on January 19, 2012. It is a 2010 and had a Rev C module.

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-g...-dead-jim.html

Mileage when failed : 11800 (18900 Km Europe)
Vehicle info : "2010 manufactured"
Steering Lock info :"B" of Feb 2009

Car now at home.
Awaiting Nissan response for 2 weeks and counting.

09 23 k miles touring w/ sport 7atdead

will go look later its on their lot i still have one key

09 14k miles touring/sport at... not sure what rev the lock assm is but it's broken!

Mine failed this morning at a little under 23k miles. 2010 40th Anniversary. Had it taken to Nissan in Simi Valley on a flatbed. Waiting to see what they say.

WOW, this sucks!

Just got a call from the dealer. They confirmed it is the lock. They will have my car until Tuesday next week waiting for the part to come in. Good think I kept my Frontier to drive around.

So I am assuming you have the RevC lock? When u pick up the car next wk can you check with the dealer? Thanks and GL!

Has anyone found out what is causing the failure?

Yes do this!!

What happens so I know what to look for, maybe signs that its gonna happen?

Poorly constructed part, prone to early failure.