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2008 Infiniti EX35 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 54 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.2 times the median EX35 year — the 2008 model ranks #1 of 5 EX35 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across steering (11), airbags (11), and engine (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

54

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other EX35 years?

EX35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted54 complaints2008: 54 complaints2009: 13 complaints2010: 19 complaints2011: 8 complaints2012: 8 complaints
EX35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 Infiniti EX35 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering1120%
Airbags1120%
Engine917%
Electrical System611%
Speed Control24%
Fuel System24%
Other24%
Seats24%
Body & Structure24%
Suspension24%
Transmission24%
Brakes12%
Tires & Wheels12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 2008 Infiniti EX35 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V054000SteeringFebruary 2, 2015 · 16,973 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.

Consequence

Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.

09E050000OtherAugust 10, 2009 · 110 units

Defect

CURT IS RECALLING CERTAIN CLASS 1 RECEIVER HITCHES, P/N 11500, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH 26, 2008 AND MARCH 12, 2009, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 NISSAN INFINITI EX35 VEHICLES. WHEN THE HITCH IS LOADED TO THE MAXIMUM RATING, THE BUMPER STRUCTURE OF THE VEHICLE MAY PULL AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE FRAME.

Consequence

A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR SHOULD THE TOWED VEHICLE SEPARATE FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE WHILE IN OPERATION.

Remedy

CURT MFG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MFG TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-738-7213.

08V521000Electrical SystemOctober 7, 2008 · 204,361 units

Defect

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. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

08V066000AirbagsFebruary 12, 2008 · 16,365 units

Defect

NISSAN IS RECALLING 16,365 MY 2008 INFINITI EX35 AND MY 2009 NISSAN MURANO VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING, THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU) MAY CAUSE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG NOT TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED IF THE VEHICLE BATTERY BECOMES SIGNIFICANTLY DISCHARGED.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG NOT INFLATING IN A CRASH IN WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED TO DO SO, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ACU IN AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TOOK THE CAR TO DEALER FOR FIXING THE BELOW RECALL NOTICE. MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERR1501 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER15V-054 HOWEVER, THE DEALERSHIP IS SAYING SOMETHING ELSE IN THE STEERING NEED TO BE FIXED BEFORE APPLYING THE FIX AND REFUSING TO DO THE RECALL. I BELIEVE THE PART WAS DAMAGED, BECAUSE OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · August 23, 2018

“THE 2008 INFINITI EX35 WAS STRUCK BY A CAR (HONDA ACCORD) GOING THROUGH A RED LIGHT. INITIAL CONTACT ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CAR - ALL SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE INFINITI THEN HIT A BRICK COLUMN SUPPORTING A BUILDING WITH FULL FRONTAL IMPACT BETWEEN THE HEADLIGHTS. THE FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 31, 2012 · crash

“RADIATOR CRACKED AT THE JUNCTION OF THE ALUMINUM AND PLASTIC CAUSING THE CAR TO OVERHEAT AND STALL. IT WAS EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THIS WAS NOT UNCOMMON DUE TO THE USE OF PLASTICS IN THE COOLING SYSTEM NOW. THERE IS NO REPAIR ABLE TO BE DONE BECAUSE OF THE PLASTIC AND THE RADIATOR NEEDS TO BE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 25, 2014

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR 5 HOURS WHEN IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FIRE INITIATED FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AREA. A POLICE/FIRE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 10, 2012 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING GARAGE LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE, MY CAR JUST STOPPED. I WAS HIT IN THE REAR AND THERE WAS NO REASON FOR MY CAR TO STOP. IT JUST STOPS WHILE I'M DRIVING. I CALLED INFINITI AND THEY SAID ONCE THEY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP IN A PREVIOUS RECALL THEY ARE NOT REQUIRED TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 8, 2015 · crash

2008 Infiniti EX35 — common questions

Is the 2008 Infiniti EX35 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 54 complaints put the 2008 model at #1 of 5 EX35 years. It is one of the EX35 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2008 EX35 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (11 complaints), airbags (11 complaints), engine (9 complaints).

Does the 2008 Infiniti EX35 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2008 Infiniti EX35. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2008 Infiniti EX35 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Infiniti EX35 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the EX35 years to avoid are 2008. The cleanest record among EX35 years belongs to 2012.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.