2008 Infiniti FX35

▲ Better than typical
2008 Infiniti FX35
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:51.301Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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
35
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

54% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 61 complaints 2004: 120 complaints 2004 2005: 94 complaints 2006: 40 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2008: 35 complaints 2008 35 2009: 20 complaints 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaint
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 61 complaints 2003 2004: 120 complaints 2004 2005: 94 complaints 2005 2006: 40 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2007 2008: 35 complaints 2008 35 2009: 20 complaints 2009 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaint 2013
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 61 complaints 2003 2004: 120 complaints 2004 2005: 94 complaints 2005 2006: 40 complaints 2006 2007: 38 complaints 2007 2008: 35 complaints 2008 35 2009: 20 complaints 2009 2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaint 2013

2008: 35 complaints

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YearComplaints
20021
200361
2004120
200594
200640
200738
200835
200920
201013
201111
201214
20131

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

54% · 19 reports
CRASHINJURYDEATH
Show complaint excerpts

In feb 2016 when I saw the recall on the news for airbags, I called to see if the Infiniti FX35 2008 was recalled. I was told no recall the truck is fine. Now in July 2016 I receive a letter for a passenger airbag recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-11

Also filed under Seats

When there is a passenger seating the “Off Airbag Light is ON” when it should be turned off even after was sent to get fix at dealership

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-24

Airbag light as well as tire light will not go out

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-13

Electrical system

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Show complaint excerpts

I think that my odometer may have been tampered with.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-28

Visibility/wiper

6% · 2 reports

Seats

6% · 2 reports
CRASHINJURYDEATH

Wheels

3% · 1 report

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2016-12-19Air bags16V349000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.

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    2017-06-08Air bags17V028000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available.

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    2020-02-12Air bags20V008000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.

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    2021-04-19Air bags21V139000 Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2003 INFINITI FX35, 2006-2008 FX35 and FX45 vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under recall number 20V-008.

    Remedy: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

  5. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Infiniti FX35 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V349000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V028000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V008000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V139000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Infiniti FX35 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Infiniti FX35 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Infiniti FX35?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti FX35 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.