2008 Infiniti G35
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
- 95
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
37% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 95 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 533 |
| 2004 | 244 |
| 2005 | 215 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 114 |
| 2008 | 95 |
| 2009 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
37% · 35 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and side/window.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that while turning on the vehicle, the engine revved and the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact attempted to apply the brakes however, the brakes failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-11
Also filed under Service brakes
Las Vegas
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-05
Engine
11% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Runaway acceleration. Three times now in the last two weeks the RPMs went to maximum redline without my foot on the accelerator pedal. Fortunately all occurred when I was at very slow speed and either in a driveway or a parking lot.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-02
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Electrical system
11% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Power train
11% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. While driving 25 MPH in rainy weather conditions, the anti-traction switch activated and caused the wheels to lock. The four wheel drive indicator illuminated, which means that it was activated as well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-12-04
Structure
8% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing body and frame and members.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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…
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Infiniti G35 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 35 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V521000 · Air bags, electrical system
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- Is the 2008 Infiniti G35 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Infiniti G35 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Infiniti G35?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti G35 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.