Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti JX35 vs Toyota Camry
How the Infiniti JX35 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 JX35 vs Toyota Camry: The JX35 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls, while the Camry has 2,056 complaints, 31 recalls, and 171 crash-related reports. The Camry's higher complaint rate suggests more frequent owner-reported issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti JX35 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti JX35
The Infiniti JX35 is a luxury SUV with no owner complaints on file for the single year it was sold, so there is no reported pattern of recurring failures from drivers. However, it has seven recalls covering airbags, electrical software, occupant sensors, hood hinges, and fuel tank assembly, which means several safety-related fixes were required. In ownership terms, the lack of complaints could mean fewer day-to-day problems, but the recalls show that some systems needed correction. Buyers should verify that all recall work was completed.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mainstream sedan with a large volume of owner complaints—over 2,000 across ten years—and 31 recalls. The most common complaint areas are the power train, engine, brakes, and electrical system, with reports of shuddering, delayed acceleration, stuck ignition keys, and brake noises. There are also 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and one death reported, which indicates that some issues may have serious consequences. Overall, the Camry has a much higher rate of reported problems per year than the JX35.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti JX35 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 7 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 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 JX35
No component data available.
Recalls cover frontal airbags and occupant classification sensors. These are safety-critical: if the sensor misclassifies a passenger, the airbag may not deploy correctly in a crash. Buyers should confirm the recall repairs were done.
A recall for electrical software means the vehicle's computer programming needed an update. Unaddressed, it could affect various electronic functions. It's a reminder to check for any outstanding software campaigns.
The hood hinge and attachment recall suggests a risk of the hood opening unexpectedly while driving. That can block the driver's view and lead to a crash. Inspect the hood for proper alignment and latch operation.
A recall for the fuel tank assembly indicates a possible fuel leak or improper fuel storage. This could create a fire hazard. Buyers should verify the tank was replaced or repaired under the recall.
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report the ignition key getting stuck even when the car is in Park, sometimes requiring a battery disconnect to remove it. Others describe hesitation and shuddering while driving, often with the check engine light on. These can leave you stranded or cause unsafe acceleration delays.
Complaints include delayed throttle response—pressing the gas and waiting several seconds for the car to move—and repeated shuddering. This is dangerous when merging or crossing traffic. The issue may be intermittent, making it hard to diagnose.
The electronic parking brake may fail to disengage, requiring a tow and manual release. Owners also hear clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area, which the manufacturer calls normal for the ABS system. But such noises can signal a problem and are unsettling.
Multiple driver-assist systems—stability control, power steering, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping—can malfunction at once. This sudden loss of safety aids increases crash risk. The cause may be a faulty sensor or software glitch.
“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 JX35 — 7 recalls
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014 Nissan Sentra vehicles, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles, 2014-2015 Infiniti QX60 vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles received an incorrect occupant…
The risk: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to t…
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may…
The risk: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to th…
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Muran…
The risk: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra veh…
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to November 18, 2013, 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles manufactured July 18, 2013, to November 18, 2013, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles manufactured November 29, 2…
The risk: If the primary hood latch is released and the secondary latch fails during operation of the vehicle, it could cause the hood to open during vehicle operation impairing the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the angle of the hood release mechanism to provide additional length to the release cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…
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 JX35 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Infiniti JX35 has far fewer issues per year: zero complaints versus about 206 per year for the Toyota Camry. In practice, that means you're much less likely to encounter recurring owner-reported failures with the JX35, though it still has several recalls to address. The Camry's higher complaint volume suggests more frequent trips to the shop and a greater chance of experiencing the specific problems owners describe.
Key differences
- The Infiniti JX35 has zero owner complaints on file, while the Toyota Camry has over 2,000, including reports of stuck ignition keys, shuddering, and delayed acceleration.
- The JX35 has 7 recalls, all safety-related (airbags, fuel tank, hood hinge), but no reported crashes or injuries; the Camry has 31 recalls and 171 crash-related complaints, 158 injuries, and 1 death.
- Camry owners frequently report brake problems like the electronic parking brake not disengaging and abnormal brake pedal noises, which are not mentioned for the JX35.
- The JX35's main concerns are recall items that can be fixed; the Camry's complaints often involve intermittent defects that may be harder to diagnose and repair.
- Check for open recalls on the airbag occupant classification sensor and frontal airbags—if not repaired, the airbags may not work properly in a crash.
- Inspect the fuel tank and hood hinges for signs of recall work; a leaking tank or a hood that doesn't latch securely is a serious safety risk.
- Test the ignition key removal with the car in Park—if it sticks, you may need to disconnect the battery to turn off the car, which is a major inconvenience.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal and check that the electronic parking brake engages and disengages smoothly; failure can leave you stranded.
Before you buy
- For either vehicle, ask for the VIN and check the NHTSA website for open recalls, then confirm they were repaired with documentation.
- On the Infiniti JX35, specifically verify the airbag, fuel tank, and hood hinge recalls were completed by a dealer.
- On the Toyota Camry, test drive at various speeds to feel for hesitation or shuddering, and try the ignition key and parking brake multiple times.
- Have a mechanic inspect the Camry's power train, brakes, and electrical system for the issues owners report, even if no warning lights are on.
- For both, get a pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic who can check for the specific problems noted in owner complaints.
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 JX35 or Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
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- Comparison
- Infiniti JX35 vs Toyota Camry
- Infiniti JX35 total complaints
- 0
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Infiniti JX35 total recalls
- 7
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Infiniti JX35 avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti JX35
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN