Most common 2011 Infiniti G37 problems
Share of the 100 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Infiniti G37 complaints by model year
Best G37 years: 2008. Years to avoid: 2009. Compare all years →
2011 Infiniti G37 recalls (1)
Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 Infiniti g37 coupe vehicles and certain model year 2011 Nissan 370z vehicles manufactured from July 2, 2011, through August 29, 2011. Due to a programming error, the power window switch controller in the subject vehicles was manufactured out of specification.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power window switches with new ones free of charge. The safety recall began on December 5, 2011.
What 2011 Infiniti G37 owners say
Air bags all 50 →
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the air bag sensor warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure; however, provided no additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the air bags warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 83,653.
Body & structure
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated while parked, a water leak coming from the driver's side floor was discovered. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the cause of the water leak was unknown; however, the independent mechanic also informed the contact that when the carpet on the driver's side floor was removed there was a towel underneath. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the sunroof drain was leaking, causing water to enter the cabin of the vehicle. There was mold beginning to form in the cabin of the vehicle, with a noticeable mold odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle had been taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the hose for the sunroof drain needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 89,000.
Speed control & acceleration
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The contact drove at a low speed in a shopping center parking lot. The vehicle came to a stop when it crashed into a store wall. The contact sustained injuries to the back, nose, ribs, and neck, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer and the dealer were not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000. ...updated 08/02/17 updated 10/20/2017
I was driving down the freeway and because of traffic, I had to come to stop. I push in the clutch to try and take the car out of gear and the clutch pedal is soft and goes to the floor. This results in a longer stopping distance and I almost hit the car in front of me. Since I couldn't take the car out of gear, the car dies as I come to a stop. The traffic begins to move again and I attempt to start the car. The car lurches from the starter and the car still in gear. The car does not start, but I am able to get the car out of gear and make it a halfway onto the left shoulder. From here I am able to start the engine but still can't get the car in gear as cars start moving quickly past. …
2011 Infiniti G37 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 6-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 19 / 26 / 22 |
| 3.7L 6-cyl | 7-speed automatic | AWD | 18 / 25 / 20 |
| 3.7L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 25 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Infiniti G37 a good car?
Based on 100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 G37 rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the G37 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 2011 Infiniti G37?
The air bags — 50 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about sensor › occupant classification. Next are the body & structure (11) and speed control & acceleration (9).
How many recalls does the 2011 Infiniti G37 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2011 Infiniti G37, the most recent from November 4, 2011 (power window devices and controls). 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 G37?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2009. See the full Infiniti G37 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2011 Infiniti G37 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 46% 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.