Infiniti G35 Problems by Year

We compared every Infiniti G35 model year from 2003–2008 using 1,347 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 8 recalls and federal defect investigations. The years to avoid are 2003 and 2004, which drew far more complaints than other G35 years at the same age. The best years are 2008 and 2007.

6model years
1,347complaints
8recalls
2003, 2004worst years
2008, 2007best years

Complaints by model year

20032004200520062007200853324421514511595
Owner complaints per model year, Infiniti G35. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
200895−48%1AirbagGood
2007115−38%3AirbagAverage
2006145−13%2EngineAverage
20052151.2×1EngineAverage
20042441.5×1EngineCaution
20035333.4×5ElectricalAvoid

* Complaints compared with the median G35 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Infiniti G35 problems

Latest Infiniti G35 recalls

Seats

NHTSA recall 10V-175 · Apr 27, 2010 · 134,215 vehicles

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 Infiniti g35 sedans manufactured from March 29, 2004 through August 25, 2006 and Infiniti g35 coupes manufactured from April 1, 2004 through May 30, 2007.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on July 12, 2010. Owners May contact Nissan toll-free at 1-800-662-6200.

Electrical system › Software

NHTSA recall 08V-521 · Oct 7, 2008 · 204,361 vehicles

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) control units.

Remedy: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed.

Exterior lighting › Headlights

NHTSA recall 06V-394 · Oct 13, 2006 · 23,934 vehicles

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the "vertical gradient" and "headlamp photometric values" requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.'

Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies. The recall is expected to begin on or about April 16, 2007. Owners May contact Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA recall 05V-555 · Dec 13, 2005 · 192,659 vehicles

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the fuel filler hose May crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler hose. Recall began on February 27, 2006, for Nissan owners, and on March 13, 2006, for Infiniti owners. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA recall 03V-455 · Nov 17, 2003 · 630,000 vehicles

On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor May have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s).

All 8 Infiniti G35 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Infiniti G35 should you avoid?

2003 and 2004 — these years have the most complaints relative to other G35 years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2003.

What is the best year for the Infiniti G35?

2008 has the fewest complaints compared with other G35 years at the same age, followed by 2007. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.

What are the most common Infiniti G35 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (331), engine & cooling (308) and air bags (169). Electrical complaints peak in the 2003 model year.

How many recalls has the Infiniti G35 had?

8 recalls across 2003–2008. The model year with the most is 2003. See all Infiniti G35 recalls by year.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.