Is the 2008 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 2008 Infiniti M35?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti M35 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2008 Infiniti M35

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2008 Infiniti M35
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:42.491Z

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: 60
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Steering

Complaints per year

2008: 60 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

35% · 21 reports

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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Infiniti M35. The contact stated that the vehicle would abnormally pull to the left or the right, depending on the leveling of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-28

Getting uncontrollable steering vibration at the steering wheel. Even purchased brand new tires and got a front end allignment and nothing seems to help.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-08

Air bags

33% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing side/window.

CRASHINJURY

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The contact owned a 2008 Infiniti M35.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-21

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Infiniti M35. After slowing the vehicle down, the contact was involved in a front end collision with a motorist traveling on the wrong side of the highway. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-31

"Takata recall" Airbag in steering wheel if deployed may contain shrapnel that can be fatal to operator of vehicle. Nothing has occurred, I was notified of a class action suite against Takata.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-09

Tires

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

Vehicle speed control

7% · 4 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Making right turn to park the car in a parking lot with foot on the brake throughout the turning process. As the turn was completed, vehicle surged forward quickly and collided with a tree. The car was completely destroyed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-23

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling and service brakes, hydraulic

Service brakes

5% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2009-11-09Tires09V393000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland…

Remedy: The dealer will replace the TPMS nut with a new, more robust nut. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before November 9, 2009. Owners may contact…

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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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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

2008 Infiniti M35 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 21 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 20 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 09V393000 · Tires
Recall 13V430000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 16V349000 · Air bags
Recall 17V028000 · Air bags
Recall 20V008000 · Air bags
Recall 22E066000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Infiniti M35?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti M35 have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

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