TOP Tearing issue

jlbrenne · 06-05-2013, 11:40 AM

My driver side door has the same problem. Everytime I open it rubs against the top a little bit. right now I have about 1" tear. I have another 1.5 years on the warrenty so im just going to wait until I leave for vacation for a long trip and schedule it then. The rest of the top looks great just that drivers side.

I have read some horror stories about getting the top replaced so im very hesitate anyways about taking it in. Hopefully my Nissan dealership here in Atlanta has done this a few times

Retropete · 06-07-2013, 06:45 AM

Had an attempted top replacement this week.
Pics attached.
Broken 2nd bow 1st time tech cycled it.
Any idea what caused this?

IDZRVIT · 06-07-2013, 07:58 AM

Was it was broken before it was cycled for the first time and then made to look like it was broken during the first cycling? I would guess it was broken during the install. Either way, it needs to be repaired at a cost to the dealer.

Retropete · 06-07-2013, 04:01 PM

The other problem is that the part is not available.
New top is going to be stuck in this position for about two weeks while waiting for part to arrive.

emotionr · 06-07-2013, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

Check to see if your door windows are contacting the top upon opening and closing of the doors. If it is making contact, it will wear away the top material so you'll need to get your windows adjusted. BTW, there weren't any '09 370Z roadsters.

I took a look of the windows when they go down/up (when opening the door).
It does not appear to be doing it. However, I just recently purchased my 2010, so... it is a all year issue or specifics?

Is there a recall on this?

In addition, the bar under the softop... I am not seeing that... where is that located? or is it behind the seat and upper trim?

IDZRVIT · 06-08-2013, 09:40 AM

Here's the link to the TSB:

Tsb: 2010 – 2011 370z roadster: Door windows contacting soft top

MavRick · 06-08-2013, 07:55 PM

Wow. I just decided to read this. I've had the car for a couple of months and the only time the top is ever up is when I wash it. Guess I need to go check...

havoc2 · 06-10-2013, 06:07 PM

I have the same problem with my 2010 Black Rose,I took it down to Kelowna Nissan last Friday, they took pictures and called me back the same day saying they ordered a new top, my car has 14 000 ks, Nissan in Kelowna is on the ball.They said I should not have any problems with the new top.I know it has been a problem, but as long as it fixed I do not care. I love the 370z you cannot beat it for the price and performance.

havoc2 · 06-10-2013, 06:10 PM

I forgot to mention I do not leave the top down over night.

Davidkkuzma · 06-18-2013, 07:44 PM

I to have a 370 Z roadster top problem exactly as Z U LATER. i took it to the dealer around 11000 miles about 1 yr and a half old the said the would replace it then they told me they would not after about a 6 month wait when they told me it was on order.i have been threw the Nissan complaint department and have got no where. i think they know they have a problem on these tops. no more Nissan's for me and i have bought three.

Retropete · 06-19-2013, 06:45 AM

Obvious Nissan has redesigned the roof - was comparing 2011 and 2012 roof service manual. Obvious changes in soft top cover design.

ParkStr8 · 06-19-2013, 10:59 AM

Now that you point that out...along with the steering lock fix and the oil cooler and back up camera...glad i got a 12.

Davidkkuzma · 09-12-2013, 09:14 PM

Nissan refuses to replace my top will under warranty .Now i have taken this matter to the state attorney general after dealing with 1-800 Nissan which is a joke. 2010 Roadster with 15000 miles. this battle has been going on for 1 year with Nissan.

TripleBlkZ · 09-12-2013, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by havoc2

I have the same problem with my 2010 Black Rose,I took it down to Kelowna Nissan last Friday, they took pictures and called me back the same day saying they ordered a new top, my car has 14 000 ks, Nissan in Kelowna is on the ball.They said I should not have any problems with the new top.I know it has been a problem, but as long as it fixed I do not care. I love the 370z you cannot beat it for the price and performance.

First good to see you on here Havoc2, my top issue are pretty much done besides a another re-paint on the convertible lid from damage hitting one of the inside bars on opening. Have it booked for Oct 28th before I put her away for the year but might do it sooner. Was kind of funny with both of us in the dealership at the same time with top issues.

PM me sometimes we should do lunch...

Anyways back on topic, I have had several top issues, all under warranty and taken care of in reasonable time frame. Guess we been lucky since the Nissan lot in Kelowna is good and really reasonable with issues..

zakimak · 09-27-2013, 11:45 AM

Replaced my top once when the window on the driver side (Window TSB) caught the rear section 5 months into ownership. After returning twice to fix issues related to the poor install (crunching the plastic retainer and damage to the plastic roller bar cover), I am back again 1.5 years later. This time the front passenger side window cause a small tear at the front. Never notice until the summer (again poor adjustment). Now I am told that they need a new assembly..

06-05-2013, 11:40 AM	#151 (permalink)
jlbrenne Track Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 586 Drives: Roadster BLACK Rep Power: 14	My driver side door has the same problem. Everytime I open it rubs against the top a little bit. right now I have about 1" tear. I have another 1.5 years on the warrenty so im just going to wait until I leave for vacation for a long trip and schedule it then. The rest of the top looks great just that drivers side. I have read some horror stories about getting the top replaced so im very hesitate anyways about taking it in. Hopefully my Nissan dealership here in Atlanta has done this a few times __________________ Black Rdstr:GTHAUS Meisterschaft FCB.Tint(20%+50% windshield).3"Carb Stub Ant.Z Lisc Plt & LED.Rr fog.VF Fend.Cust Handles.EVO Cust Rdstr Wing.Varrstoen 19" Whls.Stillen HFC&CAI.Swift Spring.VQ37 Cust Mani.Z1 UPREV.Amuse.310whp/254torq

06-07-2013, 07:58 AM	#153 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 27	Was it was broken before it was cycled for the first time and then made to look like it was broken during the first cycling? I would guess it was broken during the install. Either way, it needs to be repaired at a cost to the dealer. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP Last edited by IDZRVIT; 06-07-2013 at 08:01 AM.

06-08-2013, 09:40 AM	#156 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 27	Here's the link to the TSB: Tsb: 2010 – 2011 370z roadster: Door windows contacting soft top __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

06-08-2013, 07:55 PM	#157 (permalink)
MavRick Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: atlanta Posts: 66 Drives: 2010 Roadster 6MT Rep Power: 12	Wow. I just decided to read this. I've had the car for a couple of months and the only time the top is ever up is when I wash it. Guess I need to go check... __________________ Miss you, Pops...

09-27-2013, 11:45 AM	#165 (permalink)
zakimak 6/2/80 - 9/29/14 - RIP Lukas Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 450 Drives: ZR; Q45; VTR1K, GT65 Rep Power: 17	Replaced my top once when the window on the driver side (Window TSB) caught the rear section 5 months into ownership. After returning twice to fix issues related to the poor install (crunching the plastic retainer and damage to the plastic roller bar cover), I am back again 1.5 years later. This time the front passenger side window cause a small tear at the front. Never notice until the summer (again poor adjustment). Now I am told that they need a new assembly.. __________________ What doesn't kill you might make you a cripple so chose wisely. Free Stuff for Premium Members - Yeah Really

06-10-2013, 06:07 PM	#158 (permalink)
havoc2 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Kelowna ,B.C. Posts: 17 Drives: 2010 370z Black Rose Rep Power: 12	I have the same problem with my 2010 Black Rose,I took it down to Kelowna Nissan last Friday, they took pictures and called me back the same day saying they ordered a new top, my car has 14 000 ks, Nissan in Kelowna is on the ball.They said I should not have any problems with the new top.I know it has been a problem, but as long as it fixed I do not care. I love the 370z you cannot beat it for the price and performance.

06-10-2013, 06:10 PM	#159 (permalink)
havoc2 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Kelowna ,B.C. Posts: 17 Drives: 2010 370z Black Rose Rep Power: 12	I forgot to mention I do not leave the top down over night.

06-18-2013, 07:44 PM	#160 (permalink)
Davidkkuzma Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 2 Drives: 2010 Z Roadster Rep Power: 12	I to have a 370 Z roadster top problem exactly as Z U LATER. i took it to the dealer around 11000 miles about 1 yr and a half old the said the would replace it then they told me they would not after about a 6 month wait when they told me it was on order.i have been threw the Nissan complaint department and have got no where. i think they know they have a problem on these tops. no more Nissan's for me and i have bought three.

06-19-2013, 06:45 AM	#161 (permalink)
Retropete Base Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 10 Drives: 2011 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 14	Obvious Nissan has redesigned the roof - was comparing 2011 and 2012 roof service manual. Obvious changes in soft top cover design.

06-19-2013, 10:59 AM	#162 (permalink)
ParkStr8 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 361 Drives: 2015 370z Sport Tech Rep Power: 16	Now that you point that out...along with the steering lock fix and the oil cooler and back up camera...glad i got a 12.

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