2008 Infiniti FX35
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 120 |
| 2005 | 94 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
56% of complaints: air bags — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow 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, 20160811
When there is a passenger seating the âOff Airbag Light is ONâ when it should be turned off even after was sent to get fix at dealership
NHTSA ODI report, 20250124
AIRBAG LIGHT AS WELL AS TIRE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OUT
NHTSA ODI report, 20171113
6% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 2 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: seats — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow 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, 20160811
6% of complaints: electrical system — 2 distinct reports on file.
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I THINK THAT MY ODOMETER MAY HAVE BEEN TAMPERED WITH. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130628
3% of complaints: wheels — 1 distinct report on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 16V349000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V028000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 20V008000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 21V139000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Infiniti FX35 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V349000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V028000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V008000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V139000 (air bags) has been completed.
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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 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti FX35 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.