2009 Infiniti G37 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 5, 2026 · 167 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G37 years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Infiniti G37. That is the most of any G37 model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (88 complaints, 53%), typically at around 74,500 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2009 Infiniti G37 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags88 · ~74,500 mi
Engine21 · ~86,400 mi
Unknown or Other20 · ~82,003 mi
Power Train18 · ~20,877 mi
Electrical System16 · ~25,761 mi
Seats13 · ~65,750 mi
Vehicle Speed Control9 · ~52,806 mi
Visibility/wiper6 · ~67,063 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5 · ~24,398 mi
Structure5 · ~77,794 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags problems8853%74,500“passenger seat” (40%)$7,950
Engine2113%86,400——
Unknown or Other2012%82,003——
Power Train1811%20,877——
Electrical System1610%25,761——
Seats138%65,750——
Vehicle Speed Control95%52,806——
Visibility/wiper64%67,063——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic53%24,398——
Structure53%77,794——
Steering42%79,000——
Suspension32%82,500——
Engine and Engine Cooling21%22,806——
Fuel/propulsion System11%120,000——
Service Brakes11%15,686——
Service Brakes, Electric11%3,800——
Visibility11%125,000——
Wheels11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2019, with 33 complaints
2009: 5200952010: 13132011: 4201142012: 662013: 3201332014: 772015: 7201572016: 12122017: 182017182018: 19192019: 332019332020: 14142021: 7202172022: 772023: 7202372024: 222025: 2202522026: 11

n = 167 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2009 Infiniti G37 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Infiniti G37.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was flashing, with the message "Passenger Air Bag Off 2” displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, there was no electrical failure found with the POD…

Air Bags · received Mar 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11722225

Our 2009 Infiniti G37x has developed the dreaded sticky dash issue. The materials in the dashboard have broken down, as a result the dashboard has become VERY reflective. It creates a heavy glare on the windshield both day and night which affects our ability to see out of the windshield. The glare…

Visibility/wiper · received Nov 14, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11699467

The dealership sold me a car with a rusted subframe without disclosing the condition of the subframe. The car will not pass inspection because of the subframe. I have had two independent inspection stations tell me this car is unsafe to drive. When I contacted the dealership about this, they said…

Suspension · received Mar 7, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11646959

Light blinks for (no airbag on passenger side) working. Light also blinks on dashboard showing no airbags. My car has just over 76,000 miles with meticulous maintenance and no crashes, accidents or even bumps. There are countless complaints, inquiries and threads on the internet regarding the above…

Air Bags · received Aug 30, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11611754

Front passenger air bag occupancy sensor failure. Sensor is located on front passages seat and activates or deactivates passenger air bags based on occupancy and or weight. The vehicle has less than 90,000 miles. Passenger airbag/seat belt warning lamp on. Passenger airbag off indicator light…

Air Bags · received Mar 9, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11576327

Other Infiniti G37 years

← 2008 G37 · 2010 G37 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2015 G3710
2013 G37630
2012 G37631
2011 G371001
2010 G37770
20091670
2008 G37661
2007 G3710

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Infiniti G37?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 88 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Infiniti G37?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 Infiniti G37 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G37 model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.