| Issue ID | 957172 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10490557 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | 370Z |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 31/12/12 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | There is a known issue / problem with 2009 and early 2010 nissan 370z's. The problem is related to the steering wheel lock mechanism, which prevents the car from being turned on in any form (power or engine) because the mechanism fails mechanically and prevents an electrical response from being sent. It is not an issue that would affect safety while driving, but it is absolutely a safety issue because it can and will cause consumers to be stranded without warning. Nissan is refusing to take responsibility for this issue and consumers need a voice for a known faulty part which hundreds are experiencing! The simple fact is that because this vehicle is not a widely purchased, popular model, this issue has been ignored by nissan and the powers that be in the government that make recalls happen. More information from frustrated consumers may be seen at the following locations: http://www. The370z. Com/diy-section-do-yourself/53437-steering-lock-cut-one-wire-switch-optional-18. Html http://www. The370z. Com/diy-section-do-yourself/47181-diy-replace-dreaded-steering-lock-2009s-early-2010s-30. Html http://www. The370z. Com/nissan-370z-general-discussions/48434-z-looked-awesome-tow-truck-sarcastic-6. Html my vehicle should not have mechanical issues with any part with less than 18,000 miles on it. Ridiculous! |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 17500 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SHAKOPEE, MN |
| VIN pattern | JN1AZ44E29MXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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