2008 Infiniti EX35
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file.
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TOOK THE CAR TO DEALER FOR FIXING THE BELOW RECALL NOTICE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181022
LOST STEERING COMPLETELY. STEERING WHEEL WOULD ROTATE 360 DEGREES FREELY WITHOUT AFFECTING WHEELS. WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES PER HOUR, BEGAN TO HAVE PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL. SLOWED DOWN WHILE PLAY WORSENED..
NHTSA ODI report, 20100818
25% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120904
18% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
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THE ENGINE REPEATEDLY STALLS DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHILE BRAKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190107
9% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR 5 HOURS WHEN IT CAUGHT ON FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150116
5% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.
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FRONT CROSS MEMBER ROTTED OUT IN 77000 MILES. POSSIBLE SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE THE FRONT A-ARM BOLTS TO THIS MEMBER. CALLED INFINITI DEALER AND THEY SAID THERE IS NO RECALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181108
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 OPER
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.
Campaign 08V066000 — check if this car was fixed
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 PASSEN
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 REPLACE
Campaign 08V521000 — check if this car was fixed
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 INFI
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.
Campaign 09E050000 — check if this car was fixed
Steering column separation
Nissan North America, Inc.
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.
Campaign 15V054000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Infiniti EX35 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V066000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V521000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E050000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V054000 (steering) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2008 Infiniti EX35 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Infiniti EX35?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti EX35 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.