Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti G37 vs Honda Accord
How the Infiniti G37 and Honda Accord compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Infiniti G37 vs Honda Accord: The G37 averaged 89 complaints per year over 6 years, with 261 air bag complaints, while the Accord averaged 452 per year over 10 years, led by 1006 engine complaints. The G37 had 3 recalls and 0 deaths; the Accord had 38 recalls and 3 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti G37 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti G37
The Infiniti G37 is a sporty luxury coupe or sedan that can be affordable to buy but may bring expensive repair surprises. Over six years, owners filed 535 complaints, averaging about 89 per year, with air bags dominating at 261 complaints. Many of those air bag issues involve sensors and wiring that can cost thousands to fix, and there are also reports of electrical gremlins and water leaks. With only 3 recalls, the G37's main burden falls on owners after the warranty ends.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mainstream family sedan with a much larger owner base, so higher complaint counts are expected. Over ten years, it averaged about 452 complaints per year, with engines, electrical systems, and forward collision avoidance topping the list. Recalls are frequent at 38, covering issues like hybrid power control software and fuel pumps. While some problems are serious, the Accord's widespread service network and recall activity mean many defects get addressed.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti G37 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 535 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 33 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 89.2 Better | 452.4 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 12 Better | 146 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Infiniti G37
- 01AIR BAGS261
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER68
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM56
- 04STRUCTURE48
- 05POWER TRAIN46
Owners report air bag warning lights that blink and stay on, often traced to a failed passenger seat sensor or wiring. Fixing it can require replacing the entire seat, with one owner quoting a $7,000 repair, so a blinking air bag light is a major red flag.
Complaints include fuel gauges that give erratic readings, dashboard warning lights that flash randomly, and turn signals that malfunction. These electrical glitches can leave you unsure of your fuel level or distracted by false alerts, and they may be costly to diagnose.
Sunroof drain failures let rainwater flood the passenger side and rear seats, potentially damaging wiring and causing mold. Another reported issue is door lock actuators failing so doors cannot be opened mechanically or electrically, which is a safety concern in an emergency.
While fewer complaints appear here, some owners mention transmission or engine performance issues. These can be expensive on a luxury car, so a thorough test drive and service history check are important.
“On August 6, 2025, I purchased a 2013 Infiniti G37 from Auto Quality Corp. The total amount paid was $4,700 with a pending balance of $1000. I was given the car turned on and was not present when the car was turned on. Upon leaving the dealership and arriving…”
“Brought my car in to fix a/c auto amp behind radio cause fuel gauge was not giving correct readings.. 2 days after receiving vehicle my airbag light turned on and is blinking and Infiniti won’t take responsibility and saying they have to fix diag sensor in ce…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners describe sudden loss of power, rattling noises while accelerating, and rough transitions between electric and gas modes on hybrids. These symptoms can strand you or lead to costly repairs, and some report Honda not fixing the issue under warranty.
Reports include electronic power steering and braking systems failing simultaneously at highway speeds, as well as TPMS warnings followed by tire failure. Such failures can be terrifying and dangerous, so any warning light should be taken seriously.
Complaints say adaptive cruise control and collision avoidance can suddenly brake or fail to respond under normal driving. This undermines a key safety feature and could increase crash risk if not repaired.
Some owners report fuel pump issues and persistent rotten-egg odors, which may indicate fuel system problems. These can lead to stalling or costly repairs, and the odor issue may require repeated dealer visits.
“Vehicle drove normally in the morning commute. In the afternoon commute it started normally and as i approached highway speeds the alarms started showing up. the Brake, hill descent system, abs, critical failure. the vehicle started losing speed and could not…”
“Vehicle makes rattling noises while accelerating similar to a diesel engine also rough transitions between EV mode and Gas mode also when you press the charge button the engine makes a very noticeable jerk once it’s on ,Honda does not want to fix my issue and…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Infiniti G37 — 3 recalls
The defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTROLLER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF S…
The risk: THE THRESHOLD FOR AUTO REVERSE ACTIVATION IS HIGHER THAN THE NISSAN SPECIFICATION. SHOULD A BODY PART BECOME TRAPPED BY A CLOSING WINDOW, A PINCH INJURY MAY RESULT.
The fix: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
The defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTROLLER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF S…
The risk: THE THRESHOLD FOR AUTO REVERSE ACTIVATION IS HIGHER THAN THE NISSAN SPECIFICATION. SHOULD A BODY PART BECOME TRAPPED BY A CLOSING WINDOW, A PINCH INJURY MAY RESULT.
The fix: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
The defect: 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) CON…
The risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFI…
Honda Accord — 38 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identificati…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
The risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipat…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint sys…
The risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura R…
The risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls ar…
Buyer analysis
Infiniti G37 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Infiniti G37 has far fewer complaints per year (about 89) than the Honda Accord (about 452), but the G37's complaints are concentrated in expensive areas like air bags and electrical faults. The Accord's higher volume reflects its much larger sales, yet it also has more recalls and serious safety-related complaints. In practice, the G37 may mean fewer but pricier surprises, while the Accord may have more frequent but sometimes recall-covered issues.
Key differences
- Air bag complaints dominate the G37 (261 of 535), often involving costly seat sensor replacements, while the Accord's top issue is engine complaints (1006 of 4524) with sudden power loss.
- The G37 has only 3 recalls over 6 years, but the Accord has 38 recalls over 10 years, meaning more defects may be addressed by Honda at no cost.
- The G37 reports structural water leaks from sunroof drains and door lock failures, while the Accord reports electronic steering and braking failures at speed.
- The Accord has 3 deaths and 146 injuries reported, versus 0 deaths and 12 injuries for the G37, though these figures are not adjusted for the number of vehicles on the road.
- Check that the air bag warning light is not blinking or staying on; a blinking light often means a failed passenger seat sensor that can cost thousands to replace.
- Inspect for water leaks around the sunroof and passenger-side carpet; sunroof drain failures can flood the interior and damage electronics.
- Test the electronic power steering and braking at low and high speeds; any warning lights or unusual feel could indicate a dangerous failure.
- Listen for rattling noises during acceleration and check for rough transitions between EV and gas modes on hybrid models; these may signal engine or hybrid system problems.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed, especially air bag recalls on the G37 and fuel pump or hybrid software recalls on the Accord.
- Have a mechanic inspect the specific problem areas: air bag sensors and sunroof drains on the G37; engine, steering, and braking systems on the Accord.
- During a test drive, pay attention to warning lights, unusual noises, and any hesitation or loss of power.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and check if the car has been regularly serviced.
- Budget for a pre-purchase inspection and potential repairs; even a low-complaint car can have expensive hidden issues.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Infiniti G37 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti G37 vs Honda Accord
- Infiniti G37 total complaints
- 535
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Infiniti G37 total recalls
- 3
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Infiniti G37 avg complaints/year
- 89.2
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti G37
- Infiniti G37 top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE