2011 Infiniti G37
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 66 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2011 | 99 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2015 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
49% of complaints: air bags — 49 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the air bags warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240118
Airbag warning light came on. Took the car to the dealer and they gave me an estimate of $10,858.62 to repair the airbag! I feel that this is a defect and should be a recall item as I have since read several complaints of the same exact problem!
NHTSA ODI report, 20231202
INFINITI SHOULD RECALL ALL AFFECTED G37 PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSORS. MY INFINITI G37 JOURNEY SEDAN HAS AN ISSUE OF "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT" TURNING ON WHEN EVEN AN ADULT SITS ON THE PASSENGER SEAT WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180202
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI G37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE WALL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED DURING THE CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140106
MY INFINITI G37 YR 2011 HAD AN EXPERIENCE WITH UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN THE PARKING LOT, WHEN I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 5 MPH AND ABOUT TO STOP MY CAR. *JS
NHTSA ODI report, 20120515
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI G37 COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT 2 MPH, HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110916
8% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
Rear speaker AMP caught fire and burned the rear of the vehicle near the fuel tankMarch 19, 2021. The electrical fire occurred several hours after the vehicle had been parked under an apartment housing complex carport.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210719
CAR DIED AT 2 YEARS 35K. WOULDN'T START DESPITE APPARENT ACCESSORY POWER. ROLLED DOWN HILL DAMAGING DOOR. CAR WAS USED NORMALLY EVERY DAY AND WAS NEVER LEFT IN A MANNER THAT WOULD DRAW POWER WHILE PARKED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131007
7% of complaints: seats — 7 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INFINITI G37 COUPE VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN 370Z VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2, 2011, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2011. DUE TO A PRO
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1800-647-7261 OR
Campaign 11V538000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Infiniti G37 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V538000 (visibility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Infiniti G37 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Infiniti G37 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Infiniti G37?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Infiniti G37 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.