2008 Infiniti M35
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 210 |
| 2007 | 155 |
| 2008 | 60 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
35% of complaints: steering — 21 distinct reports on file.
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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, 20121228
GETTING UNCONTROLLABLE STEERING VIBRATION AT THE STEERING WHEEL. EVEN PURCHASED BRAND NEW TIRES AND GOT A FRONT END ALLIGNMENT AND NOTHING SEEMS TO HELP. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120708
32% of complaints: air bags — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2008 Infiniti M35.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260421
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, 20170831
"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, 20171109
7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20111223
7% of complaints: tires — 4 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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, 20111223
SAFETY TIMELINE
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, MI
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 NI
Campaign 09V393000 — check if this car was fixed
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 senso
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. Owne
Campaign 13V430000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 16V349000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V028000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 20V008000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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.
Campaign 22E066000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Infiniti M35 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V393000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V430000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V349000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V028000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V008000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22E066000 (air bags) has been completed.
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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.