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2008 Infiniti G35 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2008 Infiniti G35 sits mid-pack among G35 years: 132 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 167, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Airbags leads the complaint categories with 35 reports (27% of the total).

132

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

17

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other G35 years?

G35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted737 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 737 complaints2004: 351 complaints2005: 301 complaints2006: 184 complaints2007: 152 complaints2008: 132 complaints2009: 2 complaints
G35 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 Infiniti G35 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags3527%
Engine1411%
Electrical System1310%
Other129%
Transmission108%
Body & Structure86%
Brakes86%
Fuel System65%
Seats54%
Speed Control54%
Steering43%
Suspension43%
Latches & Locks32%
Seat Belts22%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Tires & Wheels11%

Does the 2008 Infiniti G35 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A POTHOLE, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT OR WARNING. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE DROVE AWAY FROM THE SCENE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · November 23, 2016 · crash

“THE CAR IDLES WHEN TAKING OFF EVEN AFTER WARMING IT UP... WHILE CARS ARE PASSING ME BY. IT ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO CUT OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC. IT WAS RAINING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I CAN'T EVEN FILLED THE CAR UP WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS. ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 3 WEEKS AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 7, 2019

“THE VDC TURNED OFF ON A 2008 G35 DURING DRIVING AT 65 MPH AND TAIL SPIN HAPPENED. THIS IS A LOANER VEHICLE FROM A DEALERSHIP SO MAINTENANCE IS UNKNOWN. FORUMS THAT ARE GOOGLED SHOW THE SAME. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 12, 2009 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND THE VEHICLE STARTED CATCHING ON FIRE. HAD TO PULL OVER TO GET OUT AND WAIT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PUT IT OUT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 18, 2019 · fire

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE ANTI-TRACTION SWITCH ACTIVATED AND CAUSED THE WHEELS TO LOCK. THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH MEANS THAT IT WAS ACTIVATED AS WELL. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A CURB.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 30, 2008 · crash

2008 Infiniti G35 — common questions

Is the 2008 Infiniti G35 reliable?

It is close to typical for the G35: 132 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2008 G35 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (35 complaints), engine (14 complaints), electrical system (13 complaints).

Does the 2008 Infiniti G35 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 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.