2017 NISSAN 370Z

Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi

Symptoms: Rod knock or bearing noise during cold starts or hard cornering, Low oil pressure warning under sustained high-G turns, Complete engine seizure after track days or spirited canyon runs, Metal debris in oil filter after teardown

Fix: The VQ37 oil pickup design starves under high lateral G-forces, especially with oil below full mark. Requires full engine rebuild (pistons, rings, bearings, crankshaft machining) or short block replacement. 25-35 labor hours for rebuild, 18-22 for short block swap.

Estimated cost: $8,000-15,000

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Milky or strawberry-colored transmission fluid (coolant contamination), Overheating transmission temp gauge readings, Harsh or delayed shifts after fluid contamination, Coolant loss with no visible external leaks

Fix: Internal transmission cooler in radiator fails, allowing coolant and ATF to mix. Requires radiator replacement, complete transmission fluid flush (multiple exchanges), and often transmission rebuild if contamination ran long. 4-6 hours for cooler/flush, add 12-18 if transmission needs internal work.

Estimated cost: $1,200-5,500

Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi

Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from reverse to drive or during hard acceleration, Excessive drivetrain movement visible from engine bay, Vibration through shifter and center console, Clicking noise during throttle on/off transitions

Fix: Transmission mount rubber deteriorates quickly, especially with performance driving. Replacement is straightforward but requires supporting the transmission. 2-3 labor hours.

Estimated cost: $400-700

Typical onset: 70,000-120,000 mi

Symptoms: Fuel pump whine or buzzing louder than normal, Hesitation or stumble under wide-open throttle above 5,000 RPM, Intermittent rough idle or lean codes (P0171/P0174), Low fuel pressure readings during diagnostics

Fix: In-tank fuel filter screens and pump pre-filters clog with sediment. Fuel pump assembly or full tank drop required for access. Some owners report filter isn't serviceable separately, requiring pump replacement. 3-4 labor hours for tank drop and pump service.

Estimated cost: $600-1,200

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Clutch pedal staying on floor after depression, Difficulty engaging gears with clutch pedal down, Gradual loss of clutch feel or engagement point, Transmission fluid leak visible at bell housing

Fix: The internal CSC (concentric slave cylinder) fails and leaks into the bell housing. Requires transmission removal. Smart shops replace with upgraded aftermarket unit. 8-10 labor hours with clutch inspection.

Estimated cost: $1,400-2,200

Symptoms: Push-button start system won't engage, "Steering Lock Malfunction" warning, Complete no-start condition despite good battery, Clicking sound from steering column when attempting start, Intermittent failures that become permanent

Fix: Electronic steering lock motor fails and physically locks steering, preventing start. Common enough that many owners preemptively pull the fuse. Nissan TSB exists. 2-3 labor hours for column disassembly and module replacement.

Estimated cost: $500-900