2005 Infiniti G35 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G35 years
- More complaints than other years 3rd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 215 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Infiniti G35. That ranks 3rd out of 8 G35 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (46 complaints, 21%), typically at around 88,500 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 5 fires, 12 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 215owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Infiniti G35 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 46 | 21% | 88,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 38 | 18% | 103,328 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 14% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 24 | 11% | 109,993 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 10% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 7% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 14 | 7% | 47,250 | — | — |
| Seats | 14 | 7% | 87,001 | — | — |
| Suspension | 13 | 6% | 13,653 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 6% | 138,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 6% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 5% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 5% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 3% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 3% | 90,357 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 3% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 2% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 2% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 1% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 0% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Infiniti G35 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats; air bags
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 infiniti g35 sedans manufactured from march 29, 2004 through august 25, 2006 and infiniti g35 coupes manufactured from april 1, 2004 through may 30, 2007. The wire harness connecting the belt tension sensor (bts) and the occupant detection sensor (ods) control unit under the front passenger seat can experience relative movement which can cause wear and oxidization of the terminals and may cause interruption of the signal.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the airbag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 12, 2010. Owners may contact nissan toll-free at 1-800-662-6200.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Air bag system i bought the vehicle like that fuel pump and gas tank safety is ben loose brake s car stops driving brake locks
I think the clutch wasn't connected right because when i drove it the clutch fell off the car and now i cant drive anyware
The contact owns a 2005 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that the seat failed to recline. The service engine light was illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V175000 (Air Bags, Seats). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…
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The contact's girlfriend owns a 2005 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that his girlfriend received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V175000 (Air Bags, Seats). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the recall repair was completed; however, the contact stated that while driving at an…
Other Infiniti G35 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 G35 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 G35 | 95 | 1 |
| 2007 G35 | 114 | 3 |
| 2006 G35 | 145 | 2 |
| 2005 | 215 | 1 |
| 2004 G35 | 244 | 1 |
| 2003 G35 | 533 | 5 |
| 2002 G35 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Infiniti G35?
Owners most often report air bags, engine, exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 46 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Infiniti G35?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Infiniti G35 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G35 model years, the 2005 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.