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2004 Infiniti G35 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 351 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.1 times the median G35 year — the 2004 model ranks #2 of 8 G35 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 3 deaths and 14 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (64), electrical system (50), and lighting (42), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

351

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

27

Crash-involved

9

Fires reported

14

Injuries

3

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other G35 years?

G35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted737 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 737 complaints2004: 351 complaints2005: 301 complaints2006: 184 complaints2007: 152 complaints2008: 132 complaints2009: 2 complaints
G35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 Infiniti G35 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine6418%
Electrical System5014%
Lighting4212%
Brakes3711%
Other257%
Airbags226%
Transmission216%
Speed Control206%
Fuel System195%
Seats144%
Visibility & Wipers72%
Steering72%
Body & Structure72%
Latches & Locks51%
Tires & Wheels41%
Suspension31%
Seat Belts31%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)10%

Does the 2004 Infiniti G35 have recalls?

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

11E024000TransmissionJune 24, 2011 · 199 units

Defect

ZF SERVICE IS RECALL CERTAIN CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBER SX: K70358-01, SHIPPED TO WHOLESALERS AS SERVICE PARTS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, AND MARCH 8, 2011. THESE SERVICE PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2003-2006 NISSAN 350Z AND INFINITI G35 VEHICLES. THE SX: K70358-01 CLUTCH KIT CONTAINS AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC.

Consequence

AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY ON THE INITIAL START-UP, IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FAILS TO USE THE SERVICE BRAKES WHILE THE HAND BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED. UNINTENTIONAL MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE.

Remedy

ZF SERVICE NOTIFY WHOLESALERS TO RETURN ANY AFFECTED CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES STILL IN INVENTORY FOR FREE REPLACEMENT KITS. THIS CONDITION WILL CORRECT ITSELF AFTER THE FIRST START-UP AND USAGE OF THE CLUTCH KIT. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER IS NOT SATISFIED WITH ITS PERFORMANCE, ZF SERVICES WILL REIMBURSE THE OWNER FOR THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT CLUTCH KIT AND A REASONABLE AMOUNT FOR ITS INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ZF SERVICES AT 1-800-321-0784 EXT. 6748.

06E060000LightingJune 29, 2006 · 87,745 units

Defect

CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence

LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH

Remedy

AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.

05V555000Fuel SystemDecember 13, 2005 · 192,659 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INFINITI G35. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, SMOKE BEGAN TO RISE FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP, BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 29, 2011 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING OUR 2004 INFINITY G35 ON THE FWY GOING ABOUT 40 MPH (THE GROUND WAS WET) WE FELT THE TRACK CONTROL STARTED TO SHIFT SIDE TO SIDE, A TRUCK CUT IN FRON US US, WHICH MADE MY HUSBAND PUT ON BRAKES, AS HE PUTTED ON BRAKES, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT BRAKE LOCKED, WHICH CAUSED FOR THE CARD TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 21, 2005 · crash

“THIRD BRAKE LIGHT FAILS TO ILLUMINATE. RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET REVEALS THAT THIS IS A WIDELY-KNOWN DEFECT IN THIS AND SIMILAR MODELS, AND THAT INFINITI (NISSAN) HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF IT BUT HAS TAKEN NO ACTION TO ADDRESS IT. I URGE THE NHTSA TO INVESTIGATE THIS SITUATION IN THE INTERESTS OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · April 12, 2011

“THE FOOT BRAKE DEPRESSES LOWER THAN THE ACCELERATOR THUS CAUSING THE MOTOR TO ACCELERATE WHEN APPLYING THE BREAK. WHEN BREAKING IN AN EMERGENCY, THE SIDE OF MY SHOE CAUGHT THE ACCELERATOR CAUSING THE MOTOR TO REV UP AND PUSHED OUR CAR INTO THE VEHICLE INFRONT OF US. FORTUNATELY, WE WERE GOING SLOW…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 13, 2007 · crash

“CAR FIRE.. MY CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE IN MY OFFICE PARKING LOT. I NOTICED A BUZZING NOISE IN MY DOOR PANEL WHEN I ROLLED MY WINDOW UP. THIS MAY BE COINCIDENTAL , 15 MINUTES LATER WHILE INSIDE MY OFFICE I NOTICE MY CAR IN FLAMES. THE CAR IS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAD NEVER RECEIVED ANY RECALLS FOR MY CAR SO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 29, 2007 · fire

2004 Infiniti G35 — common questions

Is the 2004 Infiniti G35 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 351 complaints put the 2004 model at #2 of 8 G35 years. It is one of the G35 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2004 G35 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (64 complaints), electrical system (50 complaints), lighting (42 complaints).

Does the 2004 Infiniti G35 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2004 Infiniti G35. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Infiniti G35 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G35 years to avoid are 2003, 2004, 2005. The cleanest record among G35 years belongs to 2009.

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.