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2007 Nissan 3 SeriesRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 73 owner complaints for the 2007 Nissan 3 Series. Most complaints involve power train (47) and air bags (13).

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Combined MPG
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No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
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Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Oct 2008
Owner complaints
73
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags

Free remedy

NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).

Air bagsReported Oct 7, 2008NHTSA 08V521000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

73 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2007 – Mar 2022
  1. Power train47
  2. Air bags13
  3. Wheels5
  4. Fuel/propulsion system3
  5. Visibility/wiper2
  6. Engine2
  7. Seat belts1
  8. Electrical system1
  9. Vehicle speed control1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each 3 Series model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
19962
2003275
2004144
200583
200653
200773
200824
2009153
2010110
201140
201216
201317
201410
20153
20163
20175
20182
20191
20201
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

47 reports1 fire
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN 350Z. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CLUTCH FAILED TO WORK WITHOUT WARNING, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL OTHER TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (TOWN CENTER NISSAN, 2310 BARRETT LAKES BLVD, KENNESAW, GA 30144; (866) 799-4725) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH AND THE CLUTCH LAY CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER ASKED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO TAKEN TO (FASTLANE IMPORT AUTO REPAIR, 578 WINDY HILL RD SE, SMYRNA, GA 30080; (770) 803-6320) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 800-647-7261 AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 28333107. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 13, 2017Power trainODI 11022979

Air bags

13 reports1 crash
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE ISSUE AND SAW COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE OCCUPANCY SENSOR ON THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT EMAILED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO THE DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT WAS GIVEN A CASE NUMBER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13,100.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 4, 2021Air bagsODI 11386359

Wheels

5 reports
“MY 24 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER HAD JUST CAME OFF THE ON RAMP AND BEGAN MERGING ONTO HIGHWAY 99 NORTHBOUND WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD BANG AND FELT HER CAR DROP AS IF SHE HAD A FLAT TIRE, AS SHE BEGAN PULLING OFF THE FREEWAY MAKING HER WAY TO THE SHOULDER SHE SAW HER TIRE PASS HER UP AND CONTINUE DOWN THE FREEWAY WHERE IT CONTINUED ALONE FOR ABOUT 100 YARDS AND BY SHEER LUCK ENDED UP ALONG THE GUARD RAILING AND DID NOT CAUSE ANY ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES AS MANY HAVE REPORTED HAPPENED TO THEM. HER PASSENGER SIDE REAR WHEEL BROKE OFF LEAVING THE CENTER OF THE WHEEL AND 5 LUG NUTS REMAINING, THE ENTIRE CENTER OF THE WHEEL REMAINED ON THE CAR, ALL 5 WHEEL SPOKES WERE BROKEN OFF DUE TO CRACKING, I INSPECTED HER REMAINING WHEELS AND FOUND THEM ALL READY TO FAIL EVIDENCING CRACKS ON MOST WHEEL SPOKES”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 22, 2018WheelsODI 11163144
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Nissan 3 Series as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 2148
05 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
07 —FAQ

2007 3 Series questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Nissan 3 Series have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2007 Nissan 3 Series problems?

Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (47), air bags (13), wheels (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026