Most common 2004 Nissan 350Z problems
Share of the 144 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan 350Z complaints by model year
Best 350Z years: 2009, 2008, 2006. Years to avoid: 2003, 2004. Compare all years →
2004 Nissan 350Z recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the fuel filler hose May crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler hose. Recall began on February 27, 2006, for Nissan owners, and on March 13, 2006, for Infiniti owners. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
What 2004 Nissan 350Z owners say
Wheels & tires all 36 →
Hello, I was leaving a stop sign barely moving and all of a sudden it sounded like a gun going off in my car. Before I could grasp my next thought my car flipped completely over on its side no tires touching the ground! I had to crawl out passenger window . Upon inspection of vehicle this is what was found.
I purchased 4 new tires for my 2004 Nissan 350z, they are the falken pro g5 sport a/s tires p225/45r18 on the front. 245/45/r18 on the rear on 2/06/19 the mileage in was 16,292. On 1/15/20 I took the car out and the car was bouncing all over the road, I took it back to discount tires in las vegas nevada on that same day and they said it was the balance of the tires. When the technician tried to balance the tires he said they are off by over 1 ounce. Another tech came and tried to balance the tires and found a bulge on all 4 tires and opted to replace them all,I only had 69 miles on the tires! I have to say in all my years I have never seen tires develop bulges like these and all 4 needing replacement with only 69 miles on them! I am very nervous with these tires being that they are installed on a Nissan 350z with the power the vehicle has.
Suspension all 32 →
Front tires worn on inside due to faulty alignnment from factory. Car was purchased new in December 2003. During second service ( 7,400 miles) at purchasing dealership tires were balanced and inspected. Service department said nothing was abnormal with the tires. Now 5 months later ( 13,000 miles) purchasing dealer refused to even look at auto when I told them there was noise coming from front end and that tires were wearing on the inside. I was told by purchasing dealers service department to call Nissan north America or to call Bridgestone tire company to have it fixed. I in turn called Nissan north America and was told by them to take the car in to another dealership for inspection. I took the car in yesterday and was told I needed new tires for the front and that the alignment would be adjusted when the new tires were installed. …
At approximately 8,000 miles, the car started growling and vibrating during breaking. The Nissan service manager stated that the alignment had not been set correctly at the factory. The alignment was set correctly and I was given 4 new tires since the car was under warranty. The Nissan service manager stated that this had been as issue with the 2003 350z as well. Nissan had extended the warranty to 3 years or 36,000 miles for the 2003 models. At approximately 15,000 miles the car once again started to growl and vibrate during breaking. The car was taken into Nissan for service. The Nissan service manager stated that the tires are starting to cup. The Nissan service manager had the alignment checked and it is still set correctly. The Nissan service manager stated that this is a design flaw and nothing could be done to solve the problem. …
Fuel & propulsion system all 23 →
The contact's girlfriend owns a 2004 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated that upon refueling the gas tank, a large amount of gasoline began to leak out from the gas tank and underneath the vehicle. The contact also stated that upon entering the vehicle, a strong fuel odor began to emit from the vehicle. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to his home. The contact called the dealer and they informed him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V555000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, after stepping away from the vehicle, the contact was alerted by his passenger that there was a fuel leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger was alerted by the odor of gasoline. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump filler neck needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.
2004 Nissan 350Z engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 18 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Nissan 350Z a good car?
Based on 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2004 350Z rates avoid: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the 350Z at the same age. It is one of the 350Z years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Nissan 350Z?
The wheels & tires — 36 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about tread/belt. Next are the suspension (32) and fuel & propulsion system (23).
How many recalls does the 2004 Nissan 350Z have?
There is 1 recall for the 2004 Nissan 350Z, the most recent from December 13, 2005 (fuel system, gasoline). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan 350Z?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009, 2008 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2003 and 2004. See the full Nissan 350Z years comparison.
At what mileage do 2004 Nissan 350Z problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 78% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.