Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti G37 vs Toyota Camry
How the Infiniti G37 and Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry: The G37 has 535 complaints over 6 years (89/year) with 261 airbag issues, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints over 10 years (206/year) led by 385 power train reports. The G37 has fewer yearly complaints but costlier airbag failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti G37 or Toyota Camry 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 surprises. Over six years, owners filed 535 complaints, with airbag issues dominating at 261 reports. Many of those airbag complaints involve sensors failing and requiring costly seat replacements, which can turn a cheap purchase into a financial burden.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream family sedan with a reputation for dependability, but this data shows 2,056 complaints over ten years, averaging about 206 per year. Power train and engine issues are the most common, with reports of hesitation, shuddering, and key removal problems. There are also 31 recalls, including airbag sensor and seat issues, so even a Camry needs a careful pre-purchase check.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti G37 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 535 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 33 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 89.2 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 12 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
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 airbag warning lights that blink and stay on, often traced to a failed passenger seat sensor. The fix can require a whole new seat, costing around $7,000, and the airbag may not deploy in a crash.
Complaints include fuel gauges that give wrong readings, dashboard warning lights flashing randomly, and turn signals that work on their own. These glitches can leave you unsure how much gas you have or whether your lights are on.
Sunroof drain failures let rainwater flood the passenger side and back seats, which can damage wiring under the carpet and cause mold. Door lock actuators also fail, sometimes trapping people inside or outside the car.
Some owners report transmission or engine-related problems, though fewer than airbag or electrical issues. These can lead to rough shifting or unexpected repair bills.
“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…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners describe hesitation and shuddering while driving, with the check engine light coming on. Some also report the ignition key getting stuck and not coming out even when the car is in Park.
Complaints include delayed throttle response when pressing the gas pedal, sometimes taking several seconds to move. This can be dangerous when merging or pulling out into traffic.
The electronic parking brake may not disengage, requiring a tow to the dealer. Owners also hear clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area, which dealers say comes from the ABS system.
Multiple systems like stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping can malfunction at once. This can make the car feel unpredictable and hard to control.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
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…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Infiniti G37 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Infiniti G37 has far fewer complaints per year (about 89) than the Toyota Camry (about 206), but the G37's complaints are heavily concentrated in costly airbag failures. The Camry's higher complaint rate is spread across more common systems like power train and brakes. In practice, the G37 may have fewer total issues but each one can be more expensive, while the Camry may need more frequent attention but often for less severe problems.
Key differences
- The Infiniti G37 has 261 airbag complaints out of 535 total, while the Toyota Camry's top category is power train with 385 out of 2,056 complaints.
- G37 owners report airbag lights that blink and require a new seat (about $7,000), while Camry owners report hesitation, shuddering, and stuck ignition keys.
- The G37 has 3 recalls over 6 years, including power window and airbag issues; the Camry has 31 recalls over 10 years, including seat and airbag sensor problems.
- Camry complaints include electronic parking brake failures and multiple system malfunctions, while G37 complaints include sunroof leaks and door lock failures.
- Check that the airbag warning light is not blinking or staying on, and ask if the passenger seat sensor has been replaced, as this can cost thousands.
- Look for water stains or damp carpet on the passenger side and test the sunroof drains, since clogged drains can flood the interior and damage electronics.
- Test drive at various speeds to feel for hesitation or shuddering, and make sure the check engine light is not on, as these are common power train complaints.
- Try removing the key from the ignition after parking to ensure it does not get stuck, and test the electronic parking brake to see if it disengages properly.
Before you buy
- Ask for a complete vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been repaired, especially airbag and seat recalls on both cars.
- Have a mechanic inspect the airbag system on the G37 and the power train and brakes on the Camry before you buy.
- On the G37, check for water leaks in the trunk and passenger floor, and test all door locks and windows.
- On the Camry, test the ignition key removal, electronic parking brake, and listen for unusual brake noises during a test drive.
- Budget for potential repairs: set aside at least $1,000 for the G37's airbag sensor or the Camry's brake or power train fixes.
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 Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti G37 vs Toyota Camry
- Infiniti G37 total complaints
- 535
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Infiniti G37 total recalls
- 3
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Infiniti G37 avg complaints/year
- 89.2
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti G37
- Infiniti G37 top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN