Most common 2006 Infiniti G35 problems
Share of the 145 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Infiniti G35 complaints by model year
Best G35 years: 2008, 2007. Years to avoid: 2003, 2004. Compare all years →
2006 Infiniti G35 recalls (2)
Seats
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.
Exterior lighting › Headlights
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.
What 2006 Infiniti G35 owners say
Engine & cooling all 35 →
Excessive engine oil consumption. The vehicle has 148K miles. This problem has resurface many times in the past and I get a warning that the vehicle need to be service. Each time the dealer informed me that the oil level was low and after they add oil and reset the warning it is fine until the oil again goes below the safe level. The car has been maintained by the same dealership since it was purchased. On the last previous services due to this issue I been told that the engine needs to be replace. Navigating the internet I have found various similar complains from customer were the dealer has replaced the engine. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Infiniti G35. While traveling approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled and the service engine warning lamp, slip warning lamp, and vdc off warning lamp illuminated. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over, turn off, and restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 03V455000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was diagnosed that the crank (camshaft) position sensors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 161,218.
Lights all 20 →
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Infiniti G35. Upon entering the vehicle, the steering control panel lights, the gear shifter, and middle console lighting were not illuminating. On another occasion, while driving at approximately 45 MPH, a police officer stated that the running tails lights were not illuminating. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.
High mount brake light or 3rd brake light has stopped functioning due to a underrated diode on the circuit board. This creates an unsafe situation in alerting other drivers of braking/slowing and is not passable for texas state inspection.
Air bags all 20 →
My car was involved in a accident where the front end crumpled but the airbags did not deploy. My daughter was the driver and she was traveling down a 6 lane highway at 30 miles an hour when a van coming out of a median crossed in front of her. She ended up "t" boning the van.
I was almost a complete stop when I was rear ended. The impact was pretty hard, and the vehicle was ultimately a total loss. At the time of collision, my drivers side seat collapsed back on me almost to a full recline position. Due to this, my seat belt was completely loose, and felt as if I did not have one on. I slid down, and my ankles were bruised on top, and my baseball cap flew off into the back seat. Also, the airbag did not deploy.
2006 Infiniti G35 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 23 / 19 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 Infiniti G35 a good car?
Based on 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 G35 rates average: 13% fewer complaints than a typical year of the G35 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Infiniti G35?
The engine & cooling — 35 complaints, 24% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine. Next are the lights (20) and air bags (20).
How many recalls does the 2006 Infiniti G35 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2006 Infiniti G35, the most recent from April 27, 2010 (seats). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Infiniti G35?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008 and 2007. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2003 and 2004. See the full Infiniti G35 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2006 Infiniti G35 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 55,000 miles; 42% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.