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2003 Nissan 350Z Touring AT

The 2003 Nissan 350Z Touring AT is a 287-hp 3.5-liter V6 sports coupe with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $31,690 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 287 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 274 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The 350Z measures 169.6 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,239 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$31,690 ($55,974 *)
Engine
Engine TypeVQ35DE 3.5L V6
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower287 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque274 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Injection TypeSequential Multi-Point Injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic (w/Overdrive)
1st Gear3.54
2nd Gear2.26
3rd Gear1.47
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.83
Reverse2.37
Final Drive3.36
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity20 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent w/stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link w/stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.65 x 9.5 in (vented)
Rear Brake Disc11.50 x 0.63 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in Aluminum
Wheels Rear17 x 8.0 in Aluminum
Tires FrontP225/50WR17
Tires Rear235/50WR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length169.6 in
Width71.5 in
Height51.9 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Front Track60.4 in
Rear Track60.8 in
Cargo Volume6.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,239 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.2 in
Legroom Front42.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53.6 in
Hip Room Front53.9 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2003 Nissan 350Z 2-DR.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Nissan 350Z. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 24, 2011 · POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

ZF SERVICE IS RECALL CERTAIN CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBER SX: K70358-01, SHIPPED TO WHOLESALERS AS SERVICE PARTS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, AND MARCH 8, 2011. THESE SERVICE PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2003-2006 NISSAN 350Z AND INFINITI G35 VEHICLES. THE SX: K70358-01 CLUTCH KIT CONTAINS AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC.

Consequence: AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY ON THE INITIAL START-UP, IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FAILS TO USE THE SERVICE BRAKES WHILE THE HAND BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED. UNINTENTIONAL MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: ZF SERVICE NOTIFY WHOLESALERS TO RETURN ANY AFFECTED CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES STILL IN INVENTORY FOR FREE REPLACEMENT KITS. THIS CONDITION WILL CORRECT ITSELF AFTER THE FIRST START-UP AND USAGE OF THE CLUTCH KIT. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER IS NOT SATISFIED WITH ITS PERFORMANCE, ZF SERVICES WILL REIMBURSE THE OWNER FOR THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT CLUTCH KIT AND A REASONABLE AMOUNT FOR ITS INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ZF SERVICES AT 1-800-321-0784 EXT. 6748.

NHTSA campaign 11E024000

May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

NHTSA campaign 06E049000

Dec 13, 2005 · 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.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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.

NHTSA campaign 05V555000

Nov 17, 2003 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON, CREATE A NO START CONDITION, CAUSE REDUCED ENGINE POWER, OR CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS NEW CAMPAIGN. THE REPLACEMENT SENSORS USED IN THAT CAMPAIGN ARE ALSO AFFECTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 03V455000

275 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Nissan 350Z

Owner Complaints

275 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Nissan 350Z (6 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Suspension110
Tires77
Engine And Engine Cooling34
Power Train34
Engine27
Electrical System11
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 15, 2026 · Electrical System, Service Brakes
“It’s the ABS Module not for sure what exactly is wrong with it but it does not function like it should. Also if you look at other vehicles of the same model just different year why was it changed like…”
Nov 2, 2025 · Engine
“Vehicle shut off automatically going down interstate coming home from Mississippi. The car stoped running and would not crank back. Radiator fluid spuing all over the ground running hot but did not…”
Sep 15, 2024 · Suspension, Wheels, Service Brakes
“Brembo aluminum calipers were used with steel bolts causing the breaks to get himot & seize the steel bolt in the calipers. 1 out of 2 brake jobs end up costing thousands & hours of work to get the…”
Mar 6, 2021 · Unknown Or Other, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“MY CAR FOR THE LAST YEAR WILL DRIVE 5-7 MILES AND STALL IN REGULAR TRAFFIC. WE REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP. I FINALLY HAVE ENOUGH $ TO TAKE TO NISSAN. THEY CAME BACK WITH IT NEEDS ALL 2 CAM SHAFT SENSORS…”
Mar 20, 2019 · Power Train, Engine
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 NISSAN 350Z. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND TOOK NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO RESTART. IN ADDITION, THE TRACTION CONTROL, FLIP, AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 NISSAN 350Z. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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