2014 Nissan 370z: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Nissan 370z? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 10 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2014 Nissan 370z Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2014 Nissan 370z trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2014 Nissan 370z Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Nissan 370z has 10 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- 370z
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 10
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 25
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Nissan 370z Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
Unintended Acceleration
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Uncategorized Issues, Unintended Acceleration. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Nissan 370z?
The 2014 Nissan 370z looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Nissan 370z
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission and drivetrain components thoroughly during a test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and drivetrain repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission and drivetrain components thoroughly during a test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and drivetrain repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Nissan 370z, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Nissan 370Z, the data suggests a concentration of issues in the transmission/drivetrain area. No crashes or recalls were reported, but the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for the majority of reported issues.
- No crash-related complaints were filed for the 2014 model year.
- There are no recalls for this vehicle, which may indicate no widespread safety defect was identified.
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Unintended Acceleration
- Airbag Malfunctions
All 2014 Nissan 370z Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Nissan 370z. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Nissan 370z. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
While driving my 2014 Nissan 370Z with only around 43,000 miles, the car suddenly made a loud bang in the rear area and then would not shift normally in automatic mode while I was on the highway with my child in the car. When I inspected the underside afterward, there were no flu…
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY AND CITY STREET AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 45-65 MPH, PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE BEGAN FISHTAILING AND TIRE BLEW. WHILE PULLING OVER TIRE CAME OFF RIM. TIRE BRAND: BRIDGESTONE POTENZA TIRE SIZE: 275/35R19 TIRES ARE 7 MONTHS OLD; 2,265 MI…
THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WILL NOT OPERATE WHEN THE PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE IS LESS THAN 130 POUNDS. I HAVE SPOKEN WITH MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALERSHIP AND WITH A DIRECT EMPLOYEE OF NISSAN AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT IT IS BECAUSE OF THE WEIGHT AND BODY STRUCTURE OF THE PASSENGER. WHEN…
MY CLUTCH WOULD NOT COME OFF THE FLOORBOARD. I COULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPEN 3 DIFFERENT TIMES AFTER I WOULD MAKE LONG FREEWAY TRIPS WITHOUT SHIFTING. I HAD 3 DIFFERENT, WELL ESTABLISHED MECHANICS LOOK AT MY AND DO A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. AS I WAITED FOR A TOW TRUCK. I …
SUMMARY: THE VEHICLE CONCENTRIC SLAVE CYLINDER (CSC), A COMPONENT OF THE TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH, FAILED ABRUPTLY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, LEAVING THE VEHICLE FORCED IN-GEAR AND UNABLE TO SHIFT OUT OF GEARS OR TO NEUTRAL WITHOUT DAMAGING THE TRANSMISSION. THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFET…
AFTER DRIVING MY 2014 NISSAN 370Z FOR 40,000 MILES, THE CLUTCH STUCK TO THE FLOOR. I WAS AT AN INTERSECTION AND FINALLY ABLE TO PULL THE CLUTCH PEDAL UP WITH MY FOOT. AT THE NEXT INTERSECTION, AGAIN THE CLUTCH STAYED DOWN AND AGAIN I WAS ABLE TO PULL IT UP TO SHIFT GEARS. UPON…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN 370Z. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OVER 5 MPH. THE DE…
MY CSC - CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER GAVE UP ON ME PUTTING MY CLUTCH PETAL TO THE FLOOR UNABLE TO CHANGE ANY GEARS. I WAS STRANDED ON THE ROAD FOR HOURS. NISSAN MUST FIX THIS ISSUE WITH 370Z WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION THE CSC IS MADE OF PLASTIC AND SHOULD (MUST) BE REPLACED WITH ONE MADE…
BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2014 NISSAN 370Z BACK ON MAY 9TH 2014. AMAZING CAR WITH ONE REALLY BAD WEAK LINK, CSC. MY CSC (CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER) WENT OUT AT 23,309 MILES. LUCKILY I WAS PARKED RIGHT OUTSIDE MY HOUSE. MY CLUTCH PEDDLE SANK TO THE FLOOR AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE. HAD TO TOW THE …
THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED AT A BUSY INTERSECTION DURING HEAVY TRAFFIC. MANUAL TRANSMISSION SUNNY, AIR TEMP APPROX 75 F. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPOX 0.25 MILES & 2 MINUTES IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO EVENT AND PARKED FOR THE PREVIOUS 4 HOURS. DRIVER PARTIALLY ENGAGED THE CLUTC…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Nissan 370z.
2014 Nissan 370z Recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Nissan 370z. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2014 Nissan 370z Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Nissan 370z reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 10 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2014 Nissan 370z looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan 370z?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (8 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Nissan 370z?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Nissan 370z?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Nissan 370z, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 10 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Nissan 370z have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2014 Nissan 370z in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2014 Nissan 370z?▾
The 2014 Nissan 370z looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan 370z reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.