2012 Infiniti Fx35: Is it reliable?Problems, recalls & buyer verdict
Shopping for a used 2012 Infiniti Fx35? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 13 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
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2012 Infiniti Fx35 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2012 Infiniti Fx35 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2012 Infiniti Fx35 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2012 Infiniti FX35 SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2012 Infiniti Fx35 has 13 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- Fx35
- Model year
- 2012
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 13
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 23
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2012 Infiniti Fx35 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2012 Infiniti Fx35?
The 2012 Infiniti Fx35 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2012 Infiniti Fx35
Inspection Focus
- Inspect for any unresolved issues related to Uncategorized Issues, Engine, Electrical, and Airbag systems.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect for any unresolved issues related to Uncategorized Issues, Engine, Electrical, and Airbag systems.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 13 NHTSA complaints for the 2012 INFINITI FX35, issues are spread across multiple components, with Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, and Airbag Malfunctions each accounting for a few complaints. One crash-related complaint was reported. The low complaint volume and single model year limit the strength of any conclusions.
- Uncategorized Issues represent the highest number of complaints (4).
- Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, and Airbag Malfunctions each have 3 complaints.
- Only one crash-related complaint was reported.
- Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints)
- Engine Problems (3 complaints)
- Electrical Faults (3 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2012 Infiniti Fx35 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti Fx35. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti Fx35. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated that on several occasions, while the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
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The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle failed to shift gears properly. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the PCM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was …
THE DASHBOARDS OF THE INFINITI FX35 BECOMES LIKE A STICKY GUMMY LIKE SUBSTANCE. THE DASHBOARDS ALSO CRACK AND CHIP WITHOUT CAUSE AND REASON AND WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING TO IT. THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHIN ONLY A COUPLE OF MONTHS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE.
INFINITI FX35 2012 DASHBOARD IS FALLING APART IN PIECES. VEHICLE HAS 69,000 MILES ON IT. THE DASHBOARD SEEMS TO BE MELTING AS IT HAS BECOME STICKY AND THE REFLECTION IS BLINDING ME IN THE WINDSHIELD WHEN I DRIVE. THE ISSUE HAS PROGRESSED TO CRACKS EVERYWHERE AND INFINITI IS RE…
TAKATA RECALL NEEDED ON INFINITI FX35 2012. I WAS IN MOTION, DRIVING 75 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. A PIECE OF DEBRIS BOUNCED OFF OF A CAR IN MY LEFT LANE AND FLEW UNDERNEATH MY CAR. BANG! MY AIRBAGS EJECTED AND SLAMMED MY FACE HARD. MY WHOLE FRONT WINDSHIELD BLEW WHITE. I COULDN'T…
TAKATA RECALL. I WAS DRIVING MY FX35 2012 INFINITI AND THE AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED AND EXPLODED. I DID NOT HIT ANY CAR OR OBJECT, THIS WAS NOT DUE TO AN ACCIDENT.... JUST A DEPLOYMENT. IT WAS A LARGE BOOM, LOUD EXPLOSION, SMELL OF A STRONG GUN POWDER ODOR THAT BURNS YOUR EY…
WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE LANE ON A FIVE LANE FREEWAY, A PIECE OF DEBRIS (ABOUT 1X2 FT) WAS BOUNCING FROM LANE TO LANE. IT BOUNCED INTO MY LANE AND WENT UNDER MY 2012 INFINITE FX35. I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND MY AIRBAGS EJECTED OPEN. MY WHOLE FRONT WINDSHIELD BLEW WHITE, LEAVIN…
I REPORTED MY VEHICLE IS A WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I TOOK IT IN FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED ME THAT NO CODES WERE DETECTED; HOWEVER BELIEVES IT IS THE ALTERNATOR. THE CAR HAS 39K MILES. AS A PREVIOUS OWNER OF A 2011 INFINITI, I BELIEVE THIS IS A MANUFAC…
PURCHASE THE VEHICLE LATE FEBRUARY 2016 AND I BEGAN HAVING ENGINE PROBLEMS IN JUNE 2016. THE CAR HAS ACCELERATION PROBLEMS AS WELL AS STALLS PERIODICALLY. THE CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 3 TIMES FOR REPAIR AS OF DATE AND IS SCHEDULED FOR 4TH REPAIR ON DECEMBER 19, 2016. I DRIVE…
MY 2012 INFINITI FX-35 FUEL GAUGE STOPPED REGISTERING FUEL LEVELS ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO, AND THE WARRANTY EXPIRED THREE MONTHS AGO. I NOTICED THE ISSUE WHEN STARTING THE CAR IN MY GARAGE. I CONTACTED THE INFINITI DEALER, AND THEY MENTIONED THAT I WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RE…
I WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AT ABOUT 15/20 MILES AN HOUR AS THE LIGHT HAD JUST TURNED GREEN & MY CAR JUST SHUT DOWN OUT OF NO WHERE ALL THE LIGHTS WERE ON ON THE DASH, AND THE CAR ROLLED TO A STOP. I TURNED THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS ON. I PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND HIT THE STAR…
INCIDENT HAPPENED ABOUT 9AM WITH TEMPERATURES IN LOW 30SF. AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOT,I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE GLASS TINKERING. IT GOT COLDER/MORE WINDY IN CAR & MORE LIGHT COMING FROM MOONROOF AREA. ABOUT 1/2MILE LATER AS I MAKE LEFT TURN I NOTICED WHAT LOOKED LIKE S…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2012 Infiniti Fx35.
Safety recalls
2012 Infiniti Fx35 recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2012 Infiniti Fx35. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Questions
2012 Infiniti Fx35 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2012 Infiniti Fx35 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 13 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2012 Infiniti Fx35 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Infiniti Fx35?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (3 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2012 Infiniti Fx35?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2012 Infiniti Fx35?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2012 Infiniti Fx35, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 13 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2012 Infiniti Fx35 have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2012 Infiniti Fx35 in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2012 Infiniti Fx35?▾
The 2012 Infiniti Fx35 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Infiniti Fx35 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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