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2009 Infiniti FX35 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 23 complaints on file for the 2009 Infiniti FX35 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

23

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other FX35 years?

FX35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted148 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 84 complaints2004: 148 complaints2005: 122 complaints2006: 55 complaints2007: 48 complaints2008: 41 complaints2009: 23 complaints2010: 17 complaints2011: 15 complaints2012: 20 complaints2013: 1 complaints
FX35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Infiniti FX35 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other417%
Body & Structure313%
Airbags29%
Electrical System29%
Steering29%
Transmission29%
Visibility & Wipers29%
Tires & Wheels14%
Engine14%
Suspension14%
Latches & Locks14%
Fuel System14%
Speed Control14%

Does the 2009 Infiniti FX35 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“CRACKING DASHBOARD IN MULTIPLE AREAS: AROUND ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, AROUND EACH AIR VENT, WHERE KNEE TOUCHES DASH (NEAR STEERING WHEEL). AND NOW I'M FEELING THE DRIVER'S SIDE ARM REST BEGIN TO CRUMBLE. I BELIEVE THERE IS AN INFERIOR PRODUCT BEHIND THE FANCY DASH MATERIAL AND IT IS NOW CRUMBLING.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 3, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 INFINITI FX35. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO OPEN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. INFINITI OF NAPERVILLE (1550 WEST OGDEN AVENUE, NAPERVILLE, IL 60540, [PHONE]) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 22, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 INFINTI FX35. WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE, IT VIBRATED AND THE STEERING MADE AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 23, 2015

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 INFINTI FX35. WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE, IT VIBRATED AND THE STEERING MADE AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · May 23, 2015

“The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 178,843.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 8, 2023

2009 Infiniti FX35 — common questions

Is the 2009 Infiniti FX35 reliable?

The record is thin — 23 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2009 FX35 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (4 complaints), body & structure (3 complaints), transmission (2 complaints).

Does the 2009 Infiniti FX35 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 Infiniti FX35. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2009 Infiniti FX35 under NHTSA investigation?

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

Which Infiniti FX35 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the FX35 years to avoid are 2004, 2005, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008. The cleanest record among FX35 years belongs to 2013.

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.