Electrical complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp flashed and indicating a malfunction. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 08V521000 (air bags and electrical system). The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the front passenger side seat needed to be replaced as well as the sensor which failed within the seat cushion containing ocs hardware. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000. Updated 7/21/15
The contact owns a 2007 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that the key was inoperable. The vehicle failed to move into the accessory position. The contact called a locksmith, who was unable to assist. The cylinder lock was fractured. The contact obtained a part from a junkyard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the ignition cylinder and the air bag module needed to be replaced. The contact discovered that the air bag module had been disconnected. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired, rendering it inoperable. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
I was at stop light and G35 jolted. At the next light the car completely turned off and all the power of the car went dead. Nothing was lit at all. Had a power boost with jumper cables and the car started right up. Luckily I was a few blocks away from the house, but it was scary since my kids were in the car and the car turned off crossing the intersection. The car turns on, but I am not trusting in driving it anywhere. There is not check engine light on or warning. I was told battery was fine a C1109 code came up, stating low voltage. Possible issues with the ABS or crank position sensor, which under o1v357 recall, these cars were impacted, but this Infiniti was not included, and it should have been. I exclusively took auto to Infiniti for maintenance until around 2018 and I never had them mention anything to me about these issues.
Fuel gauge in instrument cluster malfunctioned, inaccurately reading more than half full. This caused me to run out of gas on a public road. In addition to the risk of becoming a stationary road hazard, I lost power brakes and steering when the gas ran out which caused me to almost hit the car in front of me. The problem has not been reproduced by a dealship or service center, however I had the sending units replaced which a mechanic said would fix the issue and it didn't. The gauge is still inaccurate. I have not had the cluster inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representative. I have researched the issue myself and learned that the cluster is commonly defective, I also have an intermittent left turn signal. There was a check engine light (P0462) intermittently on, which was temporarily fixed by replacing the sending units but has since come back. …
The fuel gauge in my Infiniti G35x is malfunctioning and does not show the correct fuel levels. As a result, my vehicle has unexpectedly run out of fuel multiple times, causing it to stop on the side of the road. This poses a significant safety risk as it can lead to sudden and dangerous situations for both myself and other drivers. Stopping on the side of the road in such conditions can also result in potential traffic violations. This issue needs to be addressed to ensure safer driving.
The fuel gauge is not reading correctly, and I have to rely on knowing my mileage and how much I last filled in my tank. I have to keep the car running longer than necessary to even duplicate the problem, and when I do the gas gauge just suddenly starts dropping. And if for some reason I even let my gas get low enough to have the low fuel lamp come on, it's almost too late and I barely make it to a gas station. I have not had the issue reproduced/confirmed by any independent servicer. I have seen in many G35 forums that this is an issue that has not had a recall yet. All of the other models for Nissan/Infiniti 2005 were recalled for the fuel sensor in 2010, but not the G35/G37 model. If this keeps happening I will eventually be involved in an accident when my gas runs out unexpectedly on the highway.
My car randomly shuts off when I'm driving. I actually ended up hitting the freeway divider. I need this problem fixed. I have been driving with the car turning off on me since January. The problem has gotten worse.
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system › Software
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which Infiniti G35 years have electrical problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2003 (220), 2004 (41), 2005 (24), 2007 (20) and 2006 (16) model years. Electrical complaints make up 41% of all complaints for the 2003.
Is there a recall for Infiniti G35 electrical problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 08V-521 (software, Oct 7, 2008). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Infiniti G35 electrical problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 93,000 miles; 9% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the 12v/24v/48v battery (3 mentions), followed by the instrument cluster/panel (2).
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.