Is the 2006 Infiniti M35 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Infiniti M35?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Infiniti M35 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2006 Infiniti M35

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2006 Infiniti M35
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 210
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Steering

Complaints per year

2006: 210 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2006	210
2007	155
2008	60
2009	16
2010	20

Known problem areas

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

Steering

25% · 53 reports

Most commonly citing rack.

Air bags

23% · 49 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The airbag did not deploy in 2 collisions. Fortunately I had a secured seat belt fastened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

"Takata recall" No incident occurred. We were without our vehicle for the day it was being repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-29

Seats

23% · 48 reports

Electrical system

9% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing wiring.

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The contact owns a 2006 Infiniti M35. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle quickly decelerated, and the contact was able to pull the vehicle off to the shoulder of the highway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-17

Also filed under Engine

Vehicle speed control

9% · 18 reports

CRASHINJURY

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I was backing into my driveway, when I stepped on the brake the car accelerated and did not stop until it hit a concrete wall in my backyard, knocking it down. I contacted Infiniti consumer affairs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-11-07

Dt*: the contact stated while applying the brakes the vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. The sudden acceleration caused the vehicle to crash into a concrete wall, causing a minor knee injury.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-02-23

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Infiniti M35. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle accelerated rapidly without warning while the brake pedal was depressed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-14

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2013-10-28Vehicle speed control13V430000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2004, through October 5, 2010. Over time, the accelerator pedal…

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly and reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2013.…

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2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-06-16Air bags15V226000 Nissan North America, Inc.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-701.

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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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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-09-23Air bags22E066000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Infiniti M35 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 53 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 49 reports on file for this year.
Seats: 48 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V430000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 15V226000 · Air bags
Recall 16V349000 · Air bags
Recall 17V028000 · Air bags
Recall 20V008000 · Air bags
Recall 22E066000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2006 Infiniti M35 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Infiniti M35?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Infiniti M35 have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.