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2012 Infiniti G37 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2012 Infiniti G37 sits mid-pack among G37 years: 98 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 96, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Airbags leads the complaint categories with 33 reports (34% of the total).

98

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other G37 years?

G37 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted215 complaints2007: 1 complaints2008: 96 complaints2009: 215 complaints2010: 96 complaints2011: 130 complaints2012: 98 complaints2013: 84 complaints2015: 1 complaints
G37 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Infiniti G37 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags3334%
Seats1111%
Other1010%
Electrical System1010%
Speed Control66%
Engine44%
Body & Structure44%
Transmission44%
Lighting33%
Brakes22%
Fuel System22%
Steering22%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Tires & Wheels22%
Driver Assistance11%
Latches & Locks11%
Suspension11%

Does the 2012 Infiniti G37 have recalls?

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

11V538000Visibility & WipersNovember 4, 2011 · 1,788 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THE THRESHOLD FOR AUTO REVERSE ACTIVATION IS HIGHER THAN THE NISSAN SPECIFICATION. SHOULD A BODY PART BECOME TRAPPED BY A CLOSING WINDOW, A PINCH INJURY MAY RESULT.

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. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 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 OWNED A 2012 INFINITI G37. ON MAY 23, 2019, WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT THE POST OFFICE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, DROVE OVER A CEMENT BARRIER, AND CRASHED INTO THE BUILDING. ON JULY 3, 2019, WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONTACT SLOWED DOWN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · May 5, 2019 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2012 INFINITI G37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO THE DESIGN OF THE SEAT PADDING HE HAS DEVELOPED PAIN IN HIS HIP THAT WORSENS EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 140. UPDATED 10/12/12*LJ…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · September 17, 2012

“On June 4 I pulled into a drive to turn the car around and park. I stopped the car, put it into reverse, and pressed the gas pedal;. The car stalled and I pressed the gas pedal again with the regular force. Suddenly the car accelerated and I felt a jerk and heard a bang as it hit a car that was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 6, 2021 · crash

“If you search the internet, you'll see that there's a large problem with the sunroof drainage in this car dumping water into the cabin, into the glove box and down the right kick panel, which is where the bcm unit sits, and then dumps down the rocker panel where all the electrical wiring runs. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 1, 2022

“WHILE MY WIFE WAS TRAVELING ON A LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD STREET MY INFINITI G37 IT BEGAN TO ACCELERATE EXCESSIVELY. SHE TRIED STEPPING ON THE BRAKE BUT THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING. SHE CAME TO THE END OF THE ROAD AT AN INTERSECTION DOING ABOUT 40 MPH AND TURNED TO THE LEFT TO AVOID GOING INTO A HOUSE. IN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · February 14, 2018 · crash

2012 Infiniti G37 — common questions

Is the 2012 Infiniti G37 reliable?

It is close to typical for the G37: 98 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2012 G37 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (33 complaints), seats (11 complaints), electrical system (10 complaints).

Does the 2012 Infiniti G37 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Infiniti G37. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Infiniti G37 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G37 years to avoid are 2009. The cleanest record among G37 years belongs to 2015.

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.