2008 Infiniti EX35

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2008 Infiniti EX35
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:39:11.144Z

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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
44
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

25% of complaints

Complaints per year

2008: 44 complaints 2008 44 2009: 8 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011 2012: 5 complaints 2012
2008: 44 complaints 2008 44 2009: 8 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011 2012: 5 complaints 2012
2008: 44 complaints 2008 44 2009: 8 complaints 2009 2010: 15 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011 2012: 5 complaints 2012

2008: 44 complaints

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YearComplaints
200844
20098
201015
20117
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Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

25% · 11 reports
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Took the car to dealer for fixing the below recall notice.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-22

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, 2010-08-18

Air bags

25% · 11 reports
CRASHINJURY
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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, 2012-09-04

Engine

18% · 8 reports
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The engine repeatedly stalls driving at low speeds or while braking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-07

Electrical system

14% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

FIRE
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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, 2015-01-16

Suspension

5% · 2 reports
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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, 2018-11-08

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2008-02-19Air bags08V066000 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…

    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.

  2. R
    2008-11-04Air bags, electrical system08V521000 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…

    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…

  3. R
    2009-08-14Equipment09E050000 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…

    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.

  4. I
    2014-11-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-02-27 Steering column separation
  5. R
    2015-03-09Steering15V054000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Infiniti EX35 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V066000 · Air bags
  • Recall 08V521000 · Air bags, electrical system
  • Recall 09E050000 · Equipment
  • Recall 15V054000 · Steering

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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.