350Z 'Recalls' and Faults...not a rotary!
10-25-2006, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by playdoh43
theres a big difference between a problem where a manufacturer feel the need to extend the warranty vs "just about every 03 350z has tranny problems". If it was even remotely serious, there would have been a total recall. There wasnt even a recall for the tire feathering problem, which was much more widespread. if you goto any car forum you will see issues with threads just as long if not much longer. The rx8 engine recall thread is 130+ pages long compared to the 350Z transmission thread, does that mean every rx8 have a bad engine?
its constructive to bring forth problems that the 350Z is having, but its retarded to exagerate it to that extent. 70 transmission going bad in 100,000 cars is a low 0.3%, or 3 bad trannies in 1,000 cars. even if you double or even if its 10 times as many, its still nothing close to just about every 350z.
its constructive to bring forth problems that the 350Z is having, but its retarded to exagerate it to that extent. 70 transmission going bad in 100,000 cars is a low 0.3%, or 3 bad trannies in 1,000 cars. even if you double or even if its 10 times as many, its still nothing close to just about every 350z.
and get it right.....
1. 70 manual tranny's is very concervative...
2. 100000 units....how many Auto's? 50%?, how many 2003?
3. =50, 000 over 4 years =12,000..
4. so ABOUT 12-13,000 units.
10-25-2006, 03:07 PM
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no no no, YOU GET IT RIGHT!
1. 435234656346ewrg342655 trannies is very conservative
2. 346242342343 units how many autos? 34564565467546% how many 2003?
3. = 546356754675467546756754676 over 345346456546456 years = 1234235234542365456456546
4. so ABOUT 45634565475675467=86756867857865786578567854tgfert uhbw5446y6342563q4tr42345632542 units.
yay I can pull numbers out of my *** too. im special
1. 435234656346ewrg342655 trannies is very conservative
2. 346242342343 units how many autos? 34564565467546% how many 2003?
3. = 546356754675467546756754676 over 345346456546456 years = 1234235234542365456456546
4. so ABOUT 45634565475675467=86756867857865786578567854tgfert uhbw5446y6342563q4tr42345632542 units.
yay I can pull numbers out of my *** too. im special
10-25-2006, 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by playdoh43
no no no, YOU GET IT RIGHT!
1. 435234656346ewrg342655 trannies is very conservative
2. 346242342343 units how many autos? 34564565467546% how many 2003?
3. = 546356754675467546756754676 over 345346456546456 years = 1234235234542365456456546
4. so ABOUT 45634565475675467=86756867857865786578567854tgfert uhbw5446y6342563q4tr42345632542 units.
yay I can pull numbers out of my *** too. im special
1. 435234656346ewrg342655 trannies is very conservative
2. 346242342343 units how many autos? 34564565467546% how many 2003?
3. = 546356754675467546756754676 over 345346456546456 years = 1234235234542365456456546
4. so ABOUT 45634565475675467=86756867857865786578567854tgfert uhbw5446y6342563q4tr42345632542 units.
yay I can pull numbers out of my *** too. im special
10-25-2006, 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by ASH8
I want to know what "REACHING WITH THIS THREAD" means I am nearly 50 and Australian, so I am a bit lost with IKE's post......
BTW....If I owned ANY CAR and had the transmission replaced 2 times, thats 3 transmissions, I would say that it's pretty common and the fault (3rd gear failure) is pretty norm for this car on that model year.
Just like the RX-8's starter and battery was a common issue for certain MY.
BTW....If I owned ANY CAR and had the transmission replaced 2 times, thats 3 transmissions, I would say that it's pretty common and the fault (3rd gear failure) is pretty norm for this car on that model year.
Just like the RX-8's starter and battery was a common issue for certain MY.
10-25-2006, 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by camaro194
I hope you were joking.
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10-25-2006, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by camaro194
This has NOTHING to do with being an enthusiast.
when I ask the ratio of autos compare to manuals I only wanted the # for statitical reasons
10-25-2006, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by ASH8
So you have not read the thread at MY350Z.com.
10-25-2006, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by playdoh43
since you read it, could you explain where you pulled your numbers from? especially the part where every 2003 350Z has tranny problem?
10-25-2006, 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ASH8
Go and read the thread...you might find out...
10-25-2006, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by saturn
When someone says "you're reaching" in this context it means that you're trying to extend the meaning of certain information in order to prove something that the information isn't intended to prove. For example, I could say "Mazda issued a recall on their engines so every part in the car is likely to be faulty." This would be me trying to take one specific case and apply it to a more generic topic by which I'm inherently using faulty logic.
I will still stand by what I have posted..and the numbers.....
Ones interpretation of my 'common' or 'norm'....to me is a little pedantic.
10-25-2006, 04:06 PM
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Hey ASH8 check this out:
Widespread issues with engines consuming their own oil at abnormal rates, more significantly in the 2006 "RevUp" edition of the VQ35 engine. Nissan currently is replacing engines that are brought in and found to consume 1 or more litres per 1000 miles, but has not issued a recall as of October 2006.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
Widespread issues with engines consuming their own oil at abnormal rates, more significantly in the 2006 "RevUp" edition of the VQ35 engine. Nissan currently is replacing engines that are brought in and found to consume 1 or more litres per 1000 miles, but has not issued a recall as of October 2006.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
10-25-2006, 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by rotary crazy
no I was not, in fact in my country most 350z owners are female and the cars are auto, its like with the mustang, most people that buy a mustang buy it because is fast and they think is pretty and makes them look cool
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10-25-2006, 04:08 PM
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Collins Gem Australian ENGLISH Dictionary....1990 reprint.
Common..
shared by or belonging to all, or to several.
Common..
shared by or belonging to all, or to several.
10-25-2006, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by rotary crazy
Hey ASH8 check this out:
Widespread issues with engines consuming their own oil at abnormal rates, more significantly in the 2006 "RevUp" edition of the VQ35 engine. Nissan currently is replacing engines that are brought in and found to consume 1 or more litres per 1000 miles, but has not issued a recall as of October 2006.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
Widespread issues with engines consuming their own oil at abnormal rates, more significantly in the 2006 "RevUp" edition of the VQ35 engine. Nissan currently is replacing engines that are brought in and found to consume 1 or more litres per 1000 miles, but has not issued a recall as of October 2006.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
WELL , WELL,..... Thanks mate....confirms again my thread...
I would say that it is 'Common' and the 'Norm'....
Are you sure RC that there ain't an OIL consuming rotary under those 350Z hoods?...
Hang on a second ...it's just 'running in' use as some say..even at 9000 miles...yeah right...
Not good news for those Z owners.
10-25-2006, 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Steiner
I've never heard of those kind of problems en masse with the 350Z. It's an awesome engine that will run forever. Maybe if not properly broken-in some of those oil consumption problems can occur. I very much doubt it though. I don't know enough about the Z's drivetrain to comment on the clutch issues, but the Evo owners who complain about weak clutches typically don't know how to drive the car properly.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
Nothing to do with "breaking in" the awesome engine..
10-25-2006, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by camaro194
I have an 06 Z without any of the aforementioned issues. I guess I got lucky...
I would not call the oil consumption issue with the 06's common either.
I would not call the oil consumption issue with the 06's common either.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_350Z
10-25-2006, 04:59 PM
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Oil consumption thread..
http://my350z.com/forum/showthread.p...ghlight=Recall
One transmission thread..
http://my350z.com/forum/showthread.p...ghlight=Recall
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One guy on his 3RD engine.......
Here is a post from guy on his 3RD engine in his Z
Those who have been following the Oil Consumption posting know that i have had several issues with my 06 zr....
Picked the Z up monday with COMPLETE ENGINE replacement. (third engine for the car if you are following).Parked it in the driveway monday night, go to take my 10 year old to school on tuesday and she stands in the driveway laughing and screaming "Daddy we are getting a new car"
Yes it pissed oil all over the place.
Bring it back to the shop wednesday morning and there it sits..... Oil cooler was not replaced and it sprung a leak.....
called the folks at www.lemonlawaz.com and they are handling it now..
they just settled another case in AZ for a gentlemen with a leased Z
Option one: replace car with new car and pay "usage fee" no clue what that will be. Register new car, paper work............. etc
Option two: Case out of car...... They pay everything i put into minus, yes "usage fee". Then i need to find a new car that is not a Z... not a good option.... Love the looks and handling of the ZR
Option three: Have the car fixed and take a payout for my headaches.... Warranty stays in place so if i need new engine in another 3k miles then it gets replaced..... I am thinking this is the way to go.....
Anyway, guys stay on top of your issues..... if you are in AZ check out www.lemonlawaz.com and talk to Ian.
I will update you all after Nissan USA makes me a offer in writting.
Yes i am in another rental for now..............
10-12-2006, 05:27 PM
http://my350z.com/forum/showthread.p...ghlight=Recall
One transmission thread..
http://my350z.com/forum/showthread.p...ghlight=Recall
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One guy on his 3RD engine.......
Here is a post from guy on his 3RD engine in his Z
Those who have been following the Oil Consumption posting know that i have had several issues with my 06 zr....
Picked the Z up monday with COMPLETE ENGINE replacement. (third engine for the car if you are following).Parked it in the driveway monday night, go to take my 10 year old to school on tuesday and she stands in the driveway laughing and screaming "Daddy we are getting a new car"
Yes it pissed oil all over the place.
Bring it back to the shop wednesday morning and there it sits..... Oil cooler was not replaced and it sprung a leak.....
called the folks at www.lemonlawaz.com and they are handling it now..
they just settled another case in AZ for a gentlemen with a leased Z
Option one: replace car with new car and pay "usage fee" no clue what that will be. Register new car, paper work............. etc
Option two: Case out of car...... They pay everything i put into minus, yes "usage fee". Then i need to find a new car that is not a Z... not a good option.... Love the looks and handling of the ZR
Option three: Have the car fixed and take a payout for my headaches.... Warranty stays in place so if i need new engine in another 3k miles then it gets replaced..... I am thinking this is the way to go.....
Anyway, guys stay on top of your issues..... if you are in AZ check out www.lemonlawaz.com and talk to Ian.
I will update you all after Nissan USA makes me a offer in writting.
Yes i am in another rental for now..............
10-12-2006, 05:27 PM
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10-25-2006, 05:50 PM
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Yes, there have been several (that I know of) individuals that keep on having a strange issue with consumption. But the fact remains, there are only a few. Its not widespread amongst every 06 made. There are a TON of 06 owners on my350z who have not had a single issue regarding this (myself included). If it was widespread, I'm sure Nissan would have issued a recall/TSB for this by now (which they havent).
And the last time I checked, wikipedia is not a valid source for basing your argument. Due to the fact that ANYONE could have wrote that statement, does not hold much water in my eyes.
And just an FYI, the REVUP motor was used in the 05 35th anniversary and track models. Not a single complaint from them either.
And the last time I checked, wikipedia is not a valid source for basing your argument. Due to the fact that ANYONE could have wrote that statement, does not hold much water in my eyes.
And just an FYI, the REVUP motor was used in the 05 35th anniversary and track models. Not a single complaint from them either.
10-25-2006, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by camaro194
And the last time I checked, wikipedia is not a valid source for basing your argument. Due to the fact that ANYONE could have wrote that statement, does not hold much water in my eyes.
10-25-2006, 06:18 PM
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I suppose it depends on how ones interpretation of a "few' or "several".
Feel sorry for the guy ^^ who has been put through 2 engine changes...
Another guy posted that he did not check his oil until the "oil light" came on...and was no mark/level on the dip stick.
And Mate...I have no argument with you or most others here...I enjoy reading everyones post's where I can...
Until I was told and then looked it up, I was not aware of these Z issues.
Feel sorry for the guy ^^ who has been put through 2 engine changes...
Another guy posted that he did not check his oil until the "oil light" came on...and was no mark/level on the dip stick.
And Mate...I have no argument with you or most others here...I enjoy reading everyones post's where I can...
Until I was told and then looked it up, I was not aware of these Z issues.