Infiniti G35 Engine Problems
Owners have filed 177 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Infiniti G35 across 6 model years. The 2003 model year has the most (62). The words owners use most often: “position sensor” (20% of reports).
- 177engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Position sensor: mentioned in 36 of 177 complaints (20%)
- Service engine: mentioned in 30 of 177 complaints (17%)
- Oil consumption: mentioned in 18 of 177 complaints (10%)
- Vdc off: mentioned in 13 of 177 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 144 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 177 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 4 a fire.
Infiniti G35 engine complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling
Model years: 2003
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.
Risk: This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are 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…
my g35 dies randomly i tried to have nissan in garden city kansas to fix they said they dont work on recalls not safe to drive 3 hours to Wichita kansas im not sure what todo
Car has unintended acceleration that can only be stopped by turning off ignition key. This happens without warning. When stopped and foot on brake car accelerates to top rpm then brake goes to floor resulting in no control of car.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Infiniti G35s have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 177 owner complaints about engine for the Infiniti G35. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Infiniti G35 engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Infiniti G35?
The most frequent phrase is “position sensor”, in 36 of 177 complaints, followed by “service engine” (30).
Other Infiniti G35 problems
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