Infiniti G35 Reliability by Year
Best & Worst Years, Problems & Recalls — NHTSA Data
Comparing used Infiniti G35 options? We analyzed 7 model years (2003–2009) using real NHTSA complaint and recall data so you can spot stronger years, avoid riskier ones, and know what to inspect before buying.
Model-year trends show patterns. Run a VIN check for the exact Infiniti G35 you plan to buy.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the Infiniti G35 has 1,824 owner complaints and 17 safety recalls across model years 2003–2009. The most reported issue area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2003 drew the most complaints; 2008 drew the fewest.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- G35
- Model years analyzed
- 2003–2009 (7 years)
- Total NHTSA complaints
- 1,824
- Safety recall campaigns
- 17
- Crash-related complaints
- 91
- Fire-related complaints
- 25
- Worst model year (by complaints)
- 2003 (534 complaints)
- Best model year (fewest complaints)
- 2008 (95 complaints)
- Top reported issue area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Reliability signal
- Poor
Infiniti G35: Which Years to Avoid & Which to Buy
Based on total NHTSA owner complaints per model year. Higher complaint counts indicate a riskier year to buy used — lower counts suggest a cleaner reliability record.
These years have the most owner complaints. Inspect carefully and always run a VIN check.
These years have the fewest owner complaints on record — lower risk starting points.
⭐ NHTSA NCAP Crash Test Ratings
New Car Assessment ProgramNCAP crash tests measure how well a vehicle protects occupants in controlled frontal crash, side crash, and rollover scenarios. Stars are awarded per category (5 = safest). These laboratory results are independent of owner complaints and are performed by NHTSA engineers on new production vehicles.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
PoorThe INFINITI G35 has 1,824 NHTSA complaints and 17 recalls on record. 91 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- 1,824 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 17 federal recall campaigns
- 91 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with elevated complaint rates.
Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with fewer reported issues.
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🔔 NHTSA Safety Recalls
17 recalls foundSafety recalls are mandatory repair campaigns ordered by NHTSA when a vehicle defect poses an unreasonable risk to safety. Manufacturers are required to fix recalled vehicles free of charge. Always verify open recalls before buying a used car.
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Source: NHTSA Recalls Database. Data covers model years 2003–2009. Always run a VIN-specific check below for the most up-to-date open recall status.
🔧 Most-Reported Problem Areas
Based on component keywords extracted from all 1,824 NHTSA complaints.
📋 NHTSA Complaint Reports
1,824 totalThese are consumer-submitted safety complaints filed directly with NHTSA. Each complaint describes a real owner's experience. Complaints flagged as crash-related or fire-related are highlighted.
PURCHASED CAR, USED, 6/2011. WAS TOLD IT WAS A OWNER BUY BACK DUE TO IT NOT STARTING. FINANCE MANAGER GUARANTEED PROBLEM HAD BEEN FIXED. IN SEPTEMBER 2011 CAR STARTED HESITATING TO START-REQUIRING ME TO LET MY FOOT OFF BRAKE/CLUTCH. INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD ILLUMINATE BUT CAR WOULD NOT START. IT COULD TAKE UP TO 6 TIMES OF THE BRAKE/CLUTCH EASEMENT FOR CAR TO START. ON 11/19/11 I BROUGHT CAR IN TO ATLANTIC INFINITI TO GET ANOTHER KEY MADE AND TO INFORM THEM RADIO WOULD NOT HOLD A STATION (FADE) AND WOULD NOT PICK UP STATIONS. I RETURNED 1/5/12 DUE TO RADIO STILL NOT FUNCTIONING. I ALSO INFORMED THEM OF THE BRAKE/CLUTCH ISSUE. DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH RADIO BUT D A PART IN THE CLUTCH WAS REPLACED. RADIO CONTINUED TO FUNCTION IMPROPERLY. 1/27/12 CAR WOULD NOT START. HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT COME ON, UNABLE TO UNLOCK TRUNK AND INTELLIGENT KEY WOULD NOT WORK. CAR TOWED TO ORLANDO INFINITI. MY CAR WAS AT DEALERSHIP TILL 2/6/12. DEALERSHIP ADDRESSED RADIO AND REPLACED ANTENNA AMPHIFIER & REPLACED CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION. DAYS LATER RADIO STARTED MALFUNCTIONING AGAIN. 2/23/11 CAR WOULD NOT START. AS BEFORE, NO LIGHTS, COULD NOT UNLOCK CAR NOR TRUNK. AAA CALLED & THEY COULD NOT START CAR. CAR WAS JUMP STARTED & DIAGNOSTIC TEST PERFORMED. NOTHING WAS FOUND. CAR DRIVEN HOME AND IT WAS TOWED TO ORLANDO INFINITI THE NEXT DAY. AS OF TODAY, 3/6/12, CAR STILL AT DEALERSHIP AND THEY CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I BELIEVE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING, PARTICULARLY THE GROUND. I HAVE ASKED INFINITI TO CHECK THIS BUT THEY HAVE NOT. I NO LONGER TRUST THIS CAR AND INFINITI IS NOT BEING PROACTIVE. THEY ARE WAITING FOR MY CAR TO NOT START TO RESEARCH ISSUE. THEIR STATEMENT TO ME "WE GO OUT EVERYDAY AND START IT". I HAVE PUT IN SEVERAL CALLS TO INFINITI USA AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RETURN CALL. *TR
2009 INFINITY G35. CONSUMER STATES THAT HE WAS IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT DUE TO SUDDEN ACCELERATION. HE STATES THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL POSITION, WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. *KB THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *JB
B1022 OCCUPANT SENS C/U [COMM FAIL] - CURRENT B1022 OCCUPANT SENS C/U [COMM FAIL] - PAST Passenger seat Air Bag: There is a recall on this part for my vehicle's year make and model, but my VIN shows my car isn't apart of the recall.
Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) failed leaving me stranded as car was unable to start. There was a recall on the 2009 model but not my 2008 even with identical part.
Dashboard is melting/cracking causing a glare creating a visibility issue. Definitely a safety issue.
Water driving off of the roof of the car got plugged. Also, water running into the engine has caused rust holes. Water has gotten into the car through the sunroof. LOTS of complaints regarding this issue. Needs recalled.
The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated there was a blinking alert for passenger air bag on the instrument panel and the centerpiece console. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and it was confirmed the air bag sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired due to cost and the VIN was not associated with the initial 2008 Infiniti recall. The contact stated the vehicle was purchased 1-2 weeks before the recall notice was issued. The contact referenced Infiniti TSB ITB08-045A as a possible solution however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure milage was unknown.
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Runaway acceleration. Three times now in the last two weeks the RPMs went to maximum redline without my foot on the accelerator pedal. Fortunately all occurred when I was at very slow speed and either in a driveway or a parking lot. Each time I immediately put the transmission to neutral and shut off the engine. For the first occurrence, Restarting the engine all went back to normal. But for the second instance, two weeks later on restart the engine again instantly went to maximum RPM (deep redline). On a second restart, with additional delay before attempting a restart, the problem cleared. I took the car to a mechanic and they said no error diagnostics were recorded. On test drive he said he noticed some brief unexpected surges. He said for liability reasons no way he would work on the car. No warnings, no instrument indications, car does not seem to "know" throttle is at max redline.
The Suspension Subframe Crossmember (Front) Part Number: 544B2-EG300 Supersession(s): 544B2EG300 Fits Infiniti G35’s (2007-2009) Have issues where it starts to rust on all areas of it . This includes the joints of the cross member and support areas. The rusting that occurs definitely impacts the structural integrity of the part and it can very well be a safety issue and a fatality waiting to occur . The cost of replacing this part may vary , as prices range from $473.00 +tax to $937.00 + tax not including labor cost that associates with the getting this unit replaced .
Temperature gauge shows car as running hot even after having thermostat replaced. Car continuously runs hot with no resolution from Infiniti mechanics.
The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that the air bag warning light intermittently illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance; however, the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the passenger’s side air bag sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V521000 (Air Bags, Electrical System). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
Brought car in for any state inspection and found the front suspension crossmember to 100% rusted thru. Car failed inspection. Found out that this is a common failure on this model of infiniti. In addition replacement part is on national back order. So on top of a poorly designed part they are unable to keep them in stock.
The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, there was an abnormal popping sound as the rear-end of the vehicle lowered to the pavement upon depression of the accelerator pedal. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact discovered that the rear subframe was detached from the vehicle. The contact initially towed the vehicle home and then to an independent mechanic. The mechanic discovered that the rubber bushings that held the subframe was not a strong reinforcement to hold the subframe in place. The contact notified several dealers about the failure and each informed him that they were unaware of such a failure. The dealers informed him that he had to purchase an entire new subframe which could contain the same defective rubber bushings. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES CEASED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SCRAPING NOISE DETECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN SEVERAL TIMES TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROTORS AND CALIPERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED HOWEVER, NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
MY CAR HAS BEEN STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS COME UP (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, SLIP LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT) AND THEN THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN COMPLETELY. UPON PLACING THE CAR IN PARK, I AM ABLE TO RE-START IT. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. I BELIEVE MY CAR IS PART OF RECALL NUMBER 03V455000 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. HOWEVER, MY VIN IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL, BUT I AM EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RECALL. THIS NEEDS TO BE RE-ADDRESSED. I HAVE CHILDREN, AND I AM WORRIED THAT THIS ISSUE CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY WHILE I AM DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I HAVE SEEN VARIOUS SIMILAR COMPLAINTS RELATED TO THIS ISSUE WITH INFINITI.
THE CAR IDLES WHEN TAKING OFF EVEN AFTER WARMING IT UP... WHILE CARS ARE PASSING ME BY. IT ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO CUT OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC. IT WAS RAINING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I CAN'T EVEN FILLED THE CAR UP WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS. ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 3 WEEKS AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT COME ON. TOOK IT BACK MULTIPLE TIMES AND STILL NOT FIXED
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. WHENEVER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR DISPLAYED THAT IT WAS OFF. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR STARTED TO FLASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED REPLACEMENT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILURE. THIS DISABLES THE AIRBAGS FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER. COST TO REPAIR APPROACHES THE VALUE OF THE CAR ($6K-7K). SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE.
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND THE VEHICLE STARTED CATCHING ON FIRE. HAD TO PULL OVER TO GET OUT AND WAIT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PUT IT OUT.
Showing 20 of 1,824 total NHTSA complaints. Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
Before You Buy, Check the Exact Infiniti G35
These pages show model-year patterns across 7years. Enter a VIN to verify the exact vehicle's accident history, title brands, odometer records, and open recall status before purchase.
📖 Understanding This Data
What is an NHTSA Complaint?
An NHTSA safety complaint is a report filed directly by a vehicle owner or driver describing a safety-related issue. Anyone can submit a complaint at NHTSA.gov. The number of complaints is a signal of how common a problem is — but complaints per model-year matter more than raw totals, since popular vehicles naturally receive more reports. The Infiniti G35 has 1,824 complaints on record across 7 model years.
What is a Safety Recall?
A safety recall is a mandatory campaign issued by NHTSA when a vehicle component poses an unreasonable risk to safety or does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards. Unlike complaints (which are owner-reported), recalls are formally investigated and confirmed by regulators. Manufacturers must fix recalled vehicles free of charge. The Infiniti G35 has 17 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database.
What Are Crash Complaints?
Crash complaints are NHTSA filings where the owner indicates a crash occurred as part of the incident. 91 of the Infiniti G35's 1,824 complaints involved a crash. This metric is particularly important because it indicates how often defects resulted in actual collisions — a key safety signal beyond general reliability.
How Is the Reliability Verdict Calculated?
The reliability verdict (Poor) is generated by analyzing the vehicle's total complaints, recall history, crash complaint ratio, fire complaint ratio, and top component failures relative to class averages. This verdict gives buyers a quick interpretation before they review year-level details and VIN-level history. It should be treated as one decision input, not a substitute for a VIN-specific report.
Why Do Newer Years Have Fewer Complaints?
Newer model years appear to have fewer complaints because there has been less time for owners to file them. Complaints accumulate over years of ownership. A 2020 model year vehicle will typically show fewer complaints than a 2015 model year even if it is less reliable — simply because fewer owners have had time to report issues. Focus on complaints per year of market presence when comparing across model years.
Fleet Data vs. Individual VIN
Everything on this page reflects aggregated data across all Infiniti G35 vehicles on the road — not any specific car. Two Infiniti G35 vehicles of the same year can have very different histories: one may have been in three accidents and have an open recall; another may be clean. A VIN check gives you the individual car's history: accidents, title brands, odometer records, service history, and real-time recall status.
What Are NHTSA Investigations?
When NHTSA receives a pattern of related safety complaints, it opens a formal investigation. A Preliminary Evaluation (PE) is the first stage — NHTSA determines if a safety defect may exist. If evidence is strong, it escalates to an Engineering Analysis (EA), which can result in a mandatory recall. The Infiniti G35 has 0 investigations on record (0 active). Investigations listed above may have already led to the recalls shown on this page.
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Infiniti G35 reliability — frequently asked questions
Is the Infiniti G35 reliable?
Poor. The Infiniti G35 has 1,824 NHTSA owner complaints and 17 recall campaigns across model years. A commonly reported issue area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Use year-level data as a pattern guide, then verify the exact car with a VIN check before purchase.
Which Infiniti G35 years to avoid?
Years with the most NHTSA complaints: 2003 (534 complaints), 2006 (290 complaints), 2004 (244 complaints). Use these years as a shortlist for deeper inspection, and always run a VIN check on the exact vehicle before purchase.
What are the most common Infiniti G35 problems?
Top reported issues: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (392 complaints); AIR BAGS (264 complaints); ENGINE (239 complaints).
Does the Infiniti G35 have recalls?
Yes — 17 NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the Infiniti G35. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.