2008 Infiniti G35 problems
The Infiniti G Line is a series of compact executive cars manufactured and marketed by Infiniti, a luxury division of Nissan, for the 1991–1996 and 1999–2016 model years — across four generations.
The first two generations of the Infiniti G (P10 and P11) were sedans based on the Nissan Primera. Beginning with its third generation (V35), the Infiniti G have been rebadged versions of the Nissan Skyline line of sedans and coupes that were exported to the United States and Canada. The fourth generation (V36) introduced the hardtop coupe convertible. The Nissan FM platform, used with the third and fourth generations (V35 and V36) of the Infiniti G, also underpins the Nissan 370Z and has shared components with the Infiniti M, Infiniti EX, and Infiniti FX.
Infiniti established a new naming convention beginning with the 2014 model year; all passenger cars are designated by the letter "Q," while sport-utility model names begin with "QX." The Infiniti G was to have been replaced by the Infiniti Q50, but the G37 was revived as the Q40 beginning with the 2015 model year.
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Common 2008 Infiniti G35 problems
The 2008 Infiniti G35, a popular luxury sports sedan, has its share of common problems reported by its owners. This article will discuss these issues in detail, focusing on the affected components and potential solutions.
- Interior Accessories: Issues with interior accessories, such as a cracked dashboard, faulty car radio, and malfunctioning door lock controls, have been reported by owners of various model years, including the 2003 and 2007-2008 Infiniti G35 models.
- Malfunctioning Camshaft Position Sensor: Similar to the crankshaft angle sensor issue, a malfunctioning camshaft position sensor can cause drivability problems and an illuminated check engine light.
- Window Regulator Failure: The window regulators in the Infiniti G35 are known to fail somewhat frequently, particularly in the coupe model . Replacing the faulty window regulator can be done with the proper guidance, and new motors typically cost around $100 .
- Burning and Eating Up Oil: The dual overhead 3.5-liter V6 motor in the Infiniti G35 can burn and consume oil, particularly in the rev-up O5 207 engine . This issue can be addressed by installing a catch can, but the only permanent solution is to replace the piston rings, which are the components at fault .
- Leaking Oil: In addition to burning oil, the Infiniti G35 can also leak oil, so it is essential to check for leaks if the oil level is low .
- Powertrain Complaints: The 2008 Infiniti G35 has received powertrain complaints, with some drivers reporting that the car stalls in traffic.
- Airbag Warning Lights: Around one-third of the complaints for the 2008 Infiniti G35 involve the airbags, with reports of airbag warning lights flashing on for no apparent reason.
In conclusion, while the Infiniti G35 is generally a reliable vehicle, it is prone to certain common problems, particularly in the areas of sensors, interior accessories, and powertrain components. Being aware of these issues can help owners maintain their vehicles more effectively and make informed decisions when purchasing a used Infiniti G35.
2008 Infiniti G35 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Infiniti G35 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Infiniti G35 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Infiniti G35
The NHTSA has received 93 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Infiniti G35. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Infiniti G35 vehicles.
2024-05-29
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-29
- VIN: JNKBV61F88M
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Dashboard is melting/cracking causing a glare creating a visibility issue. Definitely a safety issue.
2024-05-29
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-02
- VIN: JNKBV61F88M
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Water driving off of the roof of the car got plugged. Also, water running into the engine has caused rust holes. Water has gotten into the car through the sunroof. LOTS of complaints regarding this issue. Needs recalled.
2024-03-28
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-28
- VIN: JNKBV61E18M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated there was a blinking alert for passenger air bag on the instrument panel and the centerpiece console. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and it was confirmed the air bag sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired due to cost and the VIN was not associated with the initial 2008 Infiniti recall. The contact stated the vehicle was purchased 1-2 weeks before the recall notice was issued. The contact referenced Infiniti TSB ITB08-045A as a possible solution however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure milage was unknown.
2024-03-05
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-05
- VIN: JNKBV61E68M
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Las Vegas
2023-11-02
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-26
- VIN: JNKBV61E78M
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: Runaway acceleration. Three times now in the last two weeks the RPMs went to maximum redline without my foot on the accelerator pedal. Fortunately all occurred when I was at very slow speed and either in a driveway or a parking lot. Each time I immediately put the transmission to neutral and shut off the engine. For the first occurrence, Restarting the engine all went back to normal. But for the second instance, two weeks later on restart the engine again instantly went to maximum RPM (deep redline). On a second restart, with additional delay before attempting a restart, the problem cleared. I took the car to a mechanic and they said no error diagnostics were recorded. On test drive he said he noticed some brief unexpected surges. He said for liability reasons no way he would work on the car. No warnings, no instrument indications, car does not seem to "know" throttle is at max redline.
2023-06-22
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-17
- VIN: JNKBV61F18M
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: The Suspension Subframe Crossmember (Front) Part Number: 544B2-EG300 Supersession(s): 544B2EG300 Fits Infiniti G35’s (2007-2009) Have issues where it starts to rust on all areas of it . This includes the joints of the cross member and support areas. The rusting that occurs definitely impacts the structural integrity of the part and it can very well be a safety issue and a fatality waiting to occur . The cost of replacing this part may vary , as prices range from $473.00 +tax to $937.00 + tax not including labor cost that associates with the getting this unit replaced .
2023-05-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-14
- VIN: JNKBV61F38M
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Temperature gauge shows car as running hot even after having thermostat replaced. Car continuously runs hot with no resolution from Infiniti mechanics.
2023-01-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-17
- VIN: JNKBV61F78M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that the air bag warning light intermittently illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance; however, the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the passenger’s side air bag sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V521000 (Air Bags, Electrical System). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
2022-11-11
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-11
- VIN: JNKBV61F58M
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: Brought car in for any state inspection and found the front suspension crossmember to 100% rusted thru. Car failed inspection. Found out that this is a common failure on this model of infiniti. In addition replacement part is on national back order. So on top of a poorly designed part they are unable to keep them in stock.
2022-07-21
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-01
- VIN: JNKBV61E78M
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti G35. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, there was an abnormal popping sound as the rear-end of the vehicle lowered to the pavement upon depression of the accelerator pedal. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact discovered that the rear subframe was detached from the vehicle. The contact initially towed the vehicle home and then to an independent mechanic. The mechanic discovered that the rubber bushings that held the subframe was not a strong reinforcement to hold the subframe in place. The contact notified several dealers about the failure and each informed him that they were unaware of such a failure. The dealers informed him that he had to purchase an entire new subframe which could contain the same defective rubber bushings. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.
2020-07-30
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-01
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES CEASED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SCRAPING NOISE DETECTED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN SEVERAL TIMES TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROTORS AND CALIPERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED HOWEVER, NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2020-03-12
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-12
- VIN: JNKBV61E38M
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY CAR HAS BEEN STALLING WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS COME UP (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, SLIP LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT) AND THEN THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN COMPLETELY. UPON PLACING THE CAR IN PARK, I AM ABLE TO RE-START IT. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. I BELIEVE MY CAR IS PART OF RECALL NUMBER 03V455000 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. HOWEVER, MY VIN IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL, BUT I AM EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RECALL. THIS NEEDS TO BE RE-ADDRESSED. I HAVE CHILDREN, AND I AM WORRIED THAT THIS ISSUE CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY WHILE I AM DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I HAVE SEEN VARIOUS SIMILAR COMPLAINTS RELATED TO THIS ISSUE WITH INFINITI.
2019-12-31
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-07
- VIN: JNKBV61F98M
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR IDLES WHEN TAKING OFF EVEN AFTER WARMING IT UP... WHILE CARS ARE PASSING ME BY. IT ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO CUT OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC. IT WAS RAINING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I CAN'T EVEN FILLED THE CAR UP WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS. ONLY HAD THE CAR FOR 3 WEEKS AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT COME ON. TOOK IT BACK MULTIPLE TIMES AND STILL NOT FIXED
2019-12-13
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-13
- VIN: JNKBV61E78M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. WHENEVER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR DISPLAYED THAT IT WAS OFF. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR STARTED TO FLASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED REPLACEMENT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
2019-10-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-01
- VIN: JNKBV61E18M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILURE. THIS DISABLES THE AIRBAGS FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER. COST TO REPAIR APPROACHES THE VALUE OF THE CAR ($6K-7K). SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE.
2019-10-19
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JNKBV61F28M
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND THE VEHICLE STARTED CATCHING ON FIRE. HAD TO PULL OVER TO GET OUT AND WAIT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PUT IT OUT.
2019-10-15
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-14
- VIN: JNKBV61F58M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: IN JULY 2019 THE RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE THE CAR WAS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY. THE CAR WAS OFF AND NOT OCCUPIED.
2019-09-16
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-05
- VIN: JNKBV61F98M
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: IN MY CAR, MY RADIATOR FAILED. THAT THEN MADE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND THE COOLANT MIX. MY FLUID IN MY RADIATOR AND TRANSMISSION ARE LIKE SLIME IN THERE. MY CAR DOESN'T FUNCTION LIKE IT SHOULD.
2019-07-11
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-29
- VIN: JNKBV61E58M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHEN PASSENGER SITS IN FRONT SEAT, AIRBAG DEACTIVATES. INFINITI DIAGNOSED CODE AS B1018 AND WANTS $7K TO REPLACE SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY. INFINITI REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE SAFETY DEFECT AS PART OF THEIR RECALL PROGRAM BY SAYING MY VIN IS NOT AFFECTED. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATES AFTER SITTING IN FRONT SEAT FOR ABOUT A MINUTE.
2019-04-22
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-03
- VIN: JNKBV61F68M
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: DASHBOARD MELTED CREATING A STICKY, SHINY LAYER ON THE DASH. THIS CAUSES GLARE ON THE WINDSHIELD CREATING A VISIBILITY HAZARD.
2019-03-18
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-10
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNKBV61E78M
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I WAS TRAVELING AT AROUND 25MPH ON BROADWAY STREET IN SAN FRANCISCO WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I FELT MY CAR START TO SWERVE ON IT'S OWN. I STEERED TO CORRECT IT BUT MY STEERING WHEEL WAS COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED IT FELT LIKE. ALL I COULD DO WAS HIT MY BRAKES AS QUICKLY AS I COULD BUT I ENDED UP CRASHING INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. MY STEERING WHEEL HAD NO WEIGHT AND TURNED FREELY WHILE THE FRONT WHEELS HAD NO MOVEMENT WHATSOEVER. I COULDN'T EVEN REVERSE SO HAD TO WAIT FOR THE TOW TRUCK TO COME AND PULL ME AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE I COLLIDED WITH. I CALLED INFINITI AND THEY SAID THEY WILL NOT INVESTIGATE THIS SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE MILEAGE AND IT WAS PREVIOUSLY IN A FRONT END COLLISION IN 2013. HOWEVER, THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN AS THERE IS NO REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE FOR STEERING. I WAS LUCKY THAT THIS DIDN'T HAPPEN ON THE FREEWAY OR THE CAR DIDN'T SWERVE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE AND I BELIEVE INFINITI/ NISSAN SHOULD FURTHER INVESTIGATE THIS BEFORE SOMEONE IS KILLED.
2018-10-26
SEATS,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-01
- VIN: JNKBV61E18M
- Components: SEATS,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI G35. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND FLASHED OFF AND ON. IN ADDITION, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE REGARDLESS IF THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ORLANDO INFINITI (4237 MILLENIA BLVD, ORLANDO, FL) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,100.
2018-09-07
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-06
- VIN: JNKBV61E68M
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: MY CAR HAS STARTED STALLING WHILE DRIVING, WHILE DRIVING! I HAVE GONE TO THE DEALER TO HAVE ISSUE FIXED, ONCE I GET IT FIXED IT HAPPENS AGAIN, AND THEN THE DEALER SAYS IT MIGHT BE SOMETHING ELSE. I HAVE A SMALL CHILD AND ITS TERRIFYING KNOWING THAT IF I'M ON THE HIGHWAY MY CAR WILL STALL OR ANYWHERE FOR THAT MATTER. IT'S BEEN HAPPENING FOR WEEKS, STARTED AT VERY LOW SPEEDS AND AS OF YESTERDAY THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, NO STEERING WHILE GOING AT A HIGHER SPEED, I COULD HAVE EASILY BEEN IN A WRECK, OR EVEN KILLED SOMEONE WALKING. IT'S UNSAFE! THERE ARE MANY FORUMS ONLINE REGARDING THIS ISSUE WITH INFINITI VEHICLES AND THEY DON'T CARE. LAWSUIT WAITING TO HAPPEN.
2018-07-25
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-20
- VIN: JNKBV61E68M
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DUE TO STICKY AND MELTING OF DASH IN MY 2008 G35S INFINITY TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD NOTHING COULD BE DONE ABOUT THE FACTORY DEFECT ON THIS VEHICLE. PLEASE LOOK INTO RECALLING OF THIS DEFECT
2018-07-12
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-11
- VIN: JNKBV61E98M
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ALMOST DAILY STALLING AT LOW SPEEDS. WHEN COMING TO A SLOWDOWN, THE VEHICLE WILL STALL WITH NO ERROR CODES OR LIGHTS GIVEN EXCEPT FOR POWER COMPLETELY TURNING OFF. THIS HAS RESULTED IN NUMEROUS NEAR MISSES SINCE STEERING IS THEN NOT POWERED AND AT TIMES IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. RESTART IS POSSIBLE BY PUTTING THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND RESTARTING. I WORRY THAT THIS CAN CAUSE A WRECK WHEN STALLING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION WITH TRAFFIC COMING. AT TIMES, WHEN COMING TO A SLOWDOWN, THE CAR WILL STUTTER AS IF RPMS DROP VERY LOW BUT DOES NOT STALL. THE STALL AND NEAR STALL HAPPENS FREQUENTLY.
2008 Infiniti G35 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2008 Infiniti G35.
2008-10-07
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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