2009 Infiniti G37

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2009 Infiniti G37
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:40:15.140Z

This year had more than double the complaints of 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
167
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

53% of complaints

Complaints per year

2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 66 complaints 2008 2009: 167 complaints 2009 167 2010: 77 complaints 2010 2011: 100 complaints 2011 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 63 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015
2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 66 complaints 2008 2009: 167 complaints 2009 167 2010: 77 complaints 2010 2011: 100 complaints 2011 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 63 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015
2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 66 complaints 2008 2009: 167 complaints 2009 167 2010: 77 complaints 2010 2011: 100 complaints 2011 2012: 63 complaints 2012 2013: 63 complaints 2013 2015: 1 complaint 2015

2009: 167 complaints

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YearComplaints
20071
200866
2009167
201077
2011100
201263
201363
20151

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

53% · 88 reports

Most commonly citing occupant classification and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY
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Takata recall: flashing airbag signal on the dash after minor collision while standing in traffic. Collision center states it's not due to the collision as the front of the car air bag sensors are functional and not damaged.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-19

Just like the 2008, my 2009 G7 coupe passenger side airbag sensor is defective and no longer works. I called Infiniti but was told that my 2009 did not qualify. They want over $4000 to replace the bottom cushion (Without labor). $4000!!!!

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-27

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Infiniti G37 coupe. While driving 35 MPH he hit a pot hole; in which the air bags deployed. After deployment, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-12-08

Engine

13% · 21 reports
CRASH
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My car was slowing down and jerked in and out of first gear ive been having this problem for motnths I looked on Infiniti forum and seen ITB12-027D and Infiniti will not fix my car I almost hit someone car due to the car driving really weird !

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-28

Also filed under Power train

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while driving. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was towed to the dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-08

Power train

11% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

CRASH

Electrical system

10% · 16 reports

Seats

8% · 13 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2009Complaint volume 167 complaints filed for this model year.

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Infiniti G37 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 88 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 18 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Infiniti G37 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Infiniti G37 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Infiniti G37?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Infiniti G37 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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