2003 Infiniti I35 problems
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Common 2003 Infiniti I35 problems
The Infiniti i35, produced by Nissan's luxury division, is a well-regarded vehicle, but like any vehicle, it has its share of common issues. Here are some of the most common problems reported by owners of the 2003 Infiniti i35, based on complaints from owners of this car:
- Engine Oil Consumption: Some owners of the 2003 Infiniti i35 reported that the car consumed more oil than expected, especially in the early VQ35 engines. This issue can lead to engine damage and reduced performance if not addressed promptly.
- Lower Radiator Mount Rust: The lower radiator mount of the 2003 Infiniti i35 is prone to rust, which can cause the radiator to sag and leak. This issue can lead to engine overheating and reduced performance if not addressed promptly.
- Worn Engine Mounts: Clunks in the front of the 2003 Infiniti i35 are often due to worn engine mounts, which can cause the engine to move excessively and make noise. This issue can lead to reduced performance and reduced ride comfort if not addressed promptly.
- Seized Rear Calipers: The rear calipers of the 2003 Infiniti i35 can seize up, which can cause the brakes to drag and reduce the car's stopping power. This issue can lead to reduced performance and reduced safety if not addressed promptly.
- Blown Struts: The struts of the 2003 Infiniti i35 can blow out, which can cause the car to bounce and make noise. This issue can lead to reduced ride comfort and reduced handling if not addressed promptly.
- Wheel Bearing Noise: Howling or rumbling noises from the wheels of the 2003 Infiniti i35 can be caused by damaged wheel bearings, which can reduce the car's handling and safety. This issue can lead to reduced performance and reduced safety if not addressed promptly.
Regular maintenance and prompt attention to any issues that arise can help keep the 2003 Infiniti i35 running smoothly and reliably. While these issues are common, they are not universal, and many owners of the 2003 Infiniti i35 have reported no problems with their vehicles.
Is the Infiniti I35 the same as a Nissan Maxima?
Even though it's a "Nissan", the brand MAXIMA is 100x stronger than I-30/35. Infiniti as a whole is seen as a 2nd tier luxury brand. Yes the I35 offers slightly more luxurious features, but the Maxima matches most. Overall, looking as sales, it is obvious a Maxima is seen as a better car than a I-35.
What is the name of the Infiniti I35 engine?
VQ35DE V6
The car was renamed I35 to reflect an engine-displacement increase from 3.0 to 3.5 L. Nissan's VQ35DE V6 produced 255 hp.
What was the last year of the Infiniti I35?
2004
Likely due to redundancy and INFINITI's move away from front-wheel drive cars, the 2004 model year was the final appearance of the I35 sedan.
How fast is the Infiniti I35?
With a curb weight of 3,342 pounds, it made the 0-60 sprint in a shade over seven seconds, without undue urging.
2003 Infiniti I35 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Infiniti I35 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Electrical system problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2003 Infiniti I35 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2003 Infiniti I35
The NHTSA has received 95 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2003 Infiniti I35. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2003 Infiniti I35 vehicles.
2021-06-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-09
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: Camshaft sensor according to the Infiniti dealership (Ray Brandt on Causeway in Metairie La.) Is malfunctioning at makes the car engine die while driving. Then when you restart the car the engine revs fine in neutral but once in drive it won't go over 5 mph. Also the timing chain tensioner fails on this car and can cause severe engine damage while the car is being driven. I've looked up both of these problems and have spoken with Nissan and Infiniti and a simple internet search will also confirm that these 2 problems are extremely common on this 5th generation engine. Nissan even lost 2 class action lawsuits on the timing tensioner. Well if Nissan lost 2 court battles over an engine defect that every Nissan internet forum says is a very very common problem then why isn't there a recall. And shouldn't hazing headlights be a safety issue on ALL cars? Almost all cars have this problem and manufacturers keep building cars with UNSAFE headlights. Why aren't these recalls? Thank you for this website. As an American Citizen and consumer with a daughter these safety concerns are very troubling to me and all my friends and business associates.
2021-04-12
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-07
- VIN: JNKDA31A53T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 2003 INFINITY I35 STALLS/DIES WITHOUT WARNING, SPITS/JERKS FORWARD, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, TCS AND SLIP. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING BUT USUALLY STARTS RIGHT BACK UP AFTERWARDS. HAS HAPPENED A NUMBER OF TIMES HAVE REPLACED ONE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND STILL HAVE THE SAME ISSUE.
2021-03-04
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-02
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2003 INFINITI I35. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHCILE DECELERATED, LOSS MOTIVE POWER, AND STALLED WITH AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND CONTINUED DRIVING HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED OF A CAMSHAFT CYLINDER MISFIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,440.
2020-03-12
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-09
- VIN: JNKDA31A53T
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: REPLACED COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM, ALL O2 SENSORS, BOTH CAM SENSORS, FUEL PUMP WITH STRAINER, FUEL PUMP RELAY, SPARK PLUGS AND COILS, FUEL REGULATOR, HAD KEY PROGRAMMED, KEY ANTENNA REPLACED, VEHICLE FAILS TO START
2020-02-18
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-15
- VIN: JNKDA31A23T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY 2003 INFINITY I35 STALSL WHILE DRIVING ON LOCAL ROADS AND BUSY STATE HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN THE GREATER HILTON HEAD SC AREA. IT REQUIRES COASTING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF. THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON. I THEN CAN RESTART THE ENGINE AND RETURN TO MY HOME AS SOON AS I CAN. I RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM AND FOUND A RECALL NOTICE THAT DESCRIBED MY PROBLEM. SINCE DISCOVERING THE PROBLEM, I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BY THE RECALL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK TO THEM TWICE NOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM AT MY EXPENSE. THE PROBLEM HAS AGAIN RETURNED AND I DON'T WANT TO PAY A 3RD REPAIR BILL TO FIX A PROBLEM THAT OTHERS ARE GETTING FIXED UNDER THE RECALL ( 03V455000). THIS IS GETTING EXPENSIVE, VERY DANGEROUS, AND ELIMINATES THE USE OF MY CAR BY MY WIFE. SHE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE IT AND I UNDERSTAND HER FEAR. WHAT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO GET THIS PROBLEM TAKEN CARE OF.
2020-01-31
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-20
- VIN: JNKDA31A93T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: CAR SHUTS DOWN. OVER THREE YEARS AGO IT DIED WHILE DRIVING. I TOOK IT TO THE INFINITY DEALERSHIP. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS CAM SENSOR. HAD IT & CRANK SENSOR REPLACED. PROBLEM PERSISTED. TOOK BACK TO INFINITY & WAS TOLD IT WAS THE CYLYNOID. HAD THATBREPLACE. PROBLEM PERSISTED. THE INFINITI DEALER SAID THE TIMING CHAIN NEED REPLACED BUT MY CAR WAS NOT WORTH SPENDING THAT AMOUNT OF REPAIR. MY CAR IS WELL KEPT WITH IT JUST NOW TIRNING OVER 100,000 MILES. I GOT A SECOND OPINION FROM A CERTIFIED CUSTOM NISSAN/INFINITI SHOP. HE LAUGHED AT THE TIMING CHAIN SUGGESTION. THEY HAVE BUILT & REPAIRED THOUSANDS OF MY VEHICLE & OTHERS WITJ TIMING CHAINS ...CHAINS DO NOT HAVE ISSUES ON CARS WITH VERY LITTLE MILAGE & GRANDMA DRIVING STYLE!. THEY CHANGED THE SENSORS FOR ME AGAIN USING ORIGINAL INFINITI PARTS. MY CAR RAN FINE FOR 2 YEARS. NOW I FACE THE SAME PROBLEM ONCE MORE. UNFORTUNATELY BEYOND RECALL LIMIT THAT I AM CERTAIN THE DEALERSHIP KNEW ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO WHICH WOULD HAVE BEEN WITHIN RECALL CORRECTION TIME LIMITS! MY CAR LOOSES ALL POWER & ALL DASH LIGHTS COME ON (ENGINE, TCS, SLIP,BRAKE, ETC). SOETIMES IT WILL INSTANTLY COME BACK ALIVE. MOST TIMES IT IS JUST DEAD. SCENARIOS VARY: 60 MPH ON FREEWAY, SITTING AT RED LIGHT, UPON ACCELERATION, GOING 5 MPH, AFTER 5 MINUTES OF DRIVE TIME, AFTER DAYS OF DRIVE TIME, ... THERE IS NO PATTERN OR PETICULAR ACTION THAT CAUSES IT. IT IS VERY SCARY & DANGEROUS TO ME & ALL AROUND ME. NOW I HAVE A GREAT CAR IN LIKE NEW CONDITION WITH ONLY 100,000 MILES, PAID FOR, THAT I HAVE TO REPLACE WITH NO MONEY OR CONTINUE TO ENDANGER MYSELF & OTHERS. I AM FURIOUS. !!!! IS THERE NOTHING ELSE I CAN DO? IS THERE NOTHING THAT INFINITI CAN DO?
2020-01-16
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-16
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG NOT RECALLED YET CONFIRMED FROM DEALER- AIRBAG IS TAKATA AIRBAG AND PRONE TO RELEASING SHRAPNEL
2019-08-16
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL 2003 INFINITI I35 PASSENGER AIR BAGS WERE RECALLED AND REPLACED BY DEALER BUT DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED. DEALER WILL NOT REPLACE DRIVER'S SIDE TAKATA AIRBAG UNLESS RECALL IS ANNOUNCED. DRIVERS SIDE TAKATA AIRBAG IS "SAME DESIGN AS PASSENGER UNIT," AND IS "LIKELY JUST AS DANGEROUS" ACCORDING TO INFINITI DEALER. 2003 INFINITI I35 AND NISSAN MAXIMA ARE IDENTICAL SHARED PLATFORMS.
2019-07-01
SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-25
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: CAR STOPS WITHOUT WARNING ON CITY STREET
2019-05-03
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-13
- VIN: JNKDA31A63T
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PLACED THE TRANSMISSION INTO NEUTRAL, RESTARTED THE ENGINE, AND THE DROVE AWAY SAFELY. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CAME TO THE CONTACT'S HOME TO DIAGNOSE THE VEHICLE, BUT THE TEST COULD NOT BE READ. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 128,000.
2019-05-01
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-14
- VIN: JNKDA31A63T
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V287000 (AIR BAGS). WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS FOR THE ENGINE TO RESTART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DISPLAYED SYMPTOMS OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V455000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), BUT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND S.L.I.P WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,500.
2019-02-23
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-22
- VIN: JNKDA31A03T
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY LAST NIGHT DURING RUSH HOUR MY CAR ENGINE JUST STOPPED. . THE DASH LIGHTS CAME ON,( SLIP, TCS,BRAKE,CHECK ENGINE SOON, OIL AND BATTERY). I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SHOULDER SAFELY. VERY SCARED BUT SAFE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE. TURNED OFF IGNITION WAITED A FEW AND RESTARTED. TOOK SURFACE STREET THE REST OF THE WAY. 3-4 HOURS IT STARTED FINE, HOWEVER WHILE DRIVING BACK 25 MILES ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET IT HAPPENED AGAIN. GOT IT STARED AND SOME LIGHTS REMAINED ON (SLIP,TCS,CHECK ENGINE SOON). HAVEN'T STARTED IT TODAY. GOING TO MECHANIC ON MONDAY. ONLY HAVE 65000 MILES ON THE CAR. I PHONED INFINITI CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND WAS TOLD MY VIN WASN'T AND IS NOT PART OF ANY RECALL AND IF IT TURNS OUT TO BE THE SAME ISSUE I STILL HAVE TO PAY FOR DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIRS.
2018-10-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: JNKDA31AO3T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL--------MY BROTHER WHO LIVED IN NEW YORK CITY GAVE ME HIS 2003 INFINITI I 35 WHEN HE RETIRED FROM NY PD AND GAVE ME THE INFINITI. SO I DROVE THE CAR TO CALABASH NORTH CAROLINA WHICH IS 10 MINUTE DRIVE TO MYRTLE BEACH SOUTH CAROLINA. FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS OR SO NO PROBLEMS WITH THE AIRBAG HOWEVER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUMMER MY AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON? SO I CALLED MY BROTHER AND HE TOLD ME THE CAR ALREADY HAD THE AIRBAG REPLACE PER THE RECALL. SO I CALLED INFINITI TO SEE IF THEY COULD HELP ME, THEY INFORMED ME THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO BUT THEY SAID I COULD GO TO A NISSAN OR INFINITI SERVICE. I GO AND THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME IT WAS $125 FOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST. CALLED INFINITI BACK AND AGAIN I WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR OVER 40 YEARS AND OWNED LOTS OF CARS NEVER ONCE DID I EVER HAVE A PROBLEM WITH AN AIRBAG! I HAVE OWNED FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC CARS AND AGAIN NO AIRBAG PROBLEMS. WHAT ARE THE MATHEMATICAL PROBABILITY OF MY DEFECTIVE AIRBAG SYSTEM FROM ONLY A INFINITI I35 2003 BEING THE ONLY AIRBAG PROBLEM WITH ANY AUTOMOBILE THAT I HAVE OWNED IN THE LAST 40 + YEARS? THE MATH DOES NOT WORK THEY HAVE A PROBLEM BUT THEY DON'T WANT TO ADDRESS IT. IT'S THE MANUFACTURERS FAULT NOT MINE, WHAT DO THEY WANT ME TO DO REPLACE THE AIRBAG AGAIN? MY GUT FEELING TELLS ME THAT THEY DIDN'T REMEDY THE PROBLEM OR THE HEAT FROM LIVING IN THE CAROLINAS IS ADVERSELY AFFECTING MY AIRBAG. PLEASE IF YOU WOULD SAVE MY EMAIL JUST IN CASE I GET HURT OR KILLED BECAUSE OF THERE SUBSTANDARD AIRBAG SYSTEM THAT INFINITI STATED THAT THEY HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF A PRE-EXISTING SUBSTANDARD AIRBAG PLACED IN 2003 I35. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
2018-10-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-01
- VIN: JNKDA31A73T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. IN AN ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE, PLACED IT IN THE PARK POSITION, AND DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. NISSAN SOUTH OF UNION CITY (4080 JONESBORO ROAD, UNION CITY, GEORGIA 30291, (770) 964-4900) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REQUESTED A DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. A CERTIFIED NISSAN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR, STARTER, AND BATTERY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 138,500.
2018-08-27
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-25
- VIN: JNKDA31A43T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL : I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM THE NYS D OF M STATING THAT THERE WAS AN URGENT RECALL ON MY CAR, AND LISTING THE VIN AND MAKE, MODEL, YEAR. I CHECKED WITH YOUR WEB SITE AND FOUND NO RECALLS ON MY CAR. MY INFINITI DEALER CHECKED AND FOUND NO RECALL FOR MY CAR, BUT SAID THERE MAY HAVE BEEN RECALLS FOR THAT MODEL, YEAR, ETC. BUT NOT FOR MY VIN. WHO DO I TRUST?
2018-02-19
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-17
- VIN: JNKDA31A33T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE IN MOTION, MY VEHICLE STALLS/CUTS OUT COMPLETELY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
2017-11-10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-24
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: THE CAR LOSES POWER AFTER A WHILE AND WILL JUST STOP AS IF IT RAN OUT OF GAS. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, OTHERWISE THE CAR IS OK. THE MECHANIC SUSPECTS IT HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE CRANK POSITION OR CIRCUIT BOARD. THERE WAS RECALLS ON THIS MODEL IN 11/2003 AND 12/2003 THAT DESCRIBE EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENS TO MY VEHICLE. THIS SLOWING DOWN TO STOPPING HAPPENED ON A MAJOR EXPRESSWAY AND I HAD TO BE TOWED. IT ALSO HAPPENED AGAIN IN MY STREET AND DRIVEWAY HAVING TO BE TOWED AGAIN.
2017-11-08
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-01
- VIN: JNKDA31A93T
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: MY VEHICLES CRANK/CAM SENSOR I BELIEVE HAS GONE BAD. I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, THE CAR WAS DRIVING FINE AND IT WAS LIKE THE ENGINE SHUT OFF BUT IT WAS NOT I COULD DRIVE 1 MPH, AND CAR WOULD NOT REV UP. I SAW THERE WERE RECALLS ON THIS FOR INFINITIS MADE IN 2202-2003 BUT FOR SOME REASON MY 2003 INFINITI IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS! CAR NO LONGER WILL MOVE.
2017-11-01
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-25
- VIN: JNKDA31A73T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY NAME IS [XXX] , I HAVE RECEIVED A LETTER CONTAINING AN URGENT AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL ON MY INFINITI I 35 2003. THE LETTER FROM FLORIDA HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES STATES THAT HAT THERE HAS BEEN AN AIRBAG RECALLED FOR A SAFETY DEFECT IN THE AIRBAG THAT COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO ME AND/OR MY PASSENGERS. THIS HAPPENS TO BE MY ONLY VEHICLE AND IS EXTREMELY CONCERNING BECAUSE I HAVE TWO SMALL CHILDREN, ONE WITH DISABILITIES AND THE OTHER IS AN INFANT! WE DEPEND ON THIS VEHICLE EVERYDAY FOR SPECIALTY APPOINTMENTS AND WORK! I NEED MY CAR REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, AND WHILE MY CARE IS BEING REPAIRED, I WILL NEED ANOTHER VEHICLE, AS THIS IS A HUGE INCONVENIENCE TO MY FAMILY! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2017-07-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-19
- VIN: JNKDA31A73T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 2003 INFINIT I35 A YEAR AGO AS MY FIRST CAR. I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY VEHICLE DYING FOR WHAT SEEMS TO BE NO REASON. NO WARNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON NOT EVEN A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT HAPPENED A WEEK AGO. WHILE I WAS DRIVING IT DIED A TOTAL OF FOUR TIMES. WHEN I TRIED TO START IT BACK UP IT WOULDN'T TURN OVER. IT WOULD NOT TAKE A JUMP. NO FLUIDS WERE LOW. NO CABLES OR TERMINALS WERE LOOSE. I ENDED UP HAVING TO GET THE VEHICLE TOWED. AT THE TIME IT HAD 216,000 MILES ROUGHLY. WHEN I DID RESEARCH, I FOUND THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH INFINITI MODELS 2003-2004 THAT HAD FAULTY CRANKSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS. THE SAME SYMPTOMS THAT I HAD WERE MATCHING UP TO THE THOSE OF THE RECALL. IT WAS HAPPENING TO THOSE MODELS HAVING 113,000-225,000 ROUGHLY. WHEN I SEARCHED WITH THE NHTSA WEBSITE AND INFINIT I FOUND THAT THIS WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH MY VIN NUMBER. I THEN TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND FOUND THAT IN FACT THOSE SAME SENSORS WERE FAULTY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO FUNCTION INCORRECTLY. SO NOW I HAVE TO WONDER WHY THEN MY 2003 INFINIT I35 WAS NOT RECOGNIZED AS BEING AFFECTED BY MY RECALL WHEN I NOW HAVE PROOF THAT THE SAME SENSORS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RECALL ARE IN FACT FAULTY.
2017-06-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-01
- VIN: JNKDA31A83T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (ROSWELL INFINITI OF NORTH ATLANTA LOCATED ON 11405 ALPHARETTA HWY, ROSWELL, GA, 30076). THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONE TIME WITH THE TECHNICIAN, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V455000 (ENGINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURMILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 76,000. ...UPDATED 07/11/17 *BF......UPDATED 10/27/17 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE.UPDATED 11/2/2017*JS
2017-04-06
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TCS WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 179,000.
2017-01-21
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-11
- VIN: JNKDA31A93T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SERVICE ENGINE SOON WARNING LIGHT CAME ON, CAUSE REDUCED ENGINE POWER DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. TAKE AWHILE TO START BACK UP. DRIVE A LITTLE THEN SHUTS OFF AGAIN. HIGHWAY OR ROAD.
2016-12-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-13
- VIN: JNKDA31A73T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAMSHAFT SENSOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAMSHAFT AND CRANKSHAFT SENSOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 198,000.
2016-09-22
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-11
- VIN: JNKDA31A33T
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI I35. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SERVICE ENGINE AND TCS/SLIP WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SHAFT POSITION CIRCUIT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V455000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
2003 Infiniti I35 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2003 Infiniti I35.
2020-01-09
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.
2016-05-24
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2011 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2008 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2008 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35 vehicles originally sold, or registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
2015-05-15
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.
2015-04-17
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2003-2005 FX35 and FX45, and 2006 M35 and M45 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa, as well as Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, are included. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-701.
2003-11-17
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
Negative 2003 Infiniti I35 car reviews
Positive 2003 Infiniti I35 car reviews
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My wife and I recently upgraded from a 99 Explorer to the I35 and she absolutely loves it! She won't even let anyone else drive it. The car drives great and has a fantastic sound system, not to mention the impressive gas mileage. We're thrilled that we haven't had to take it back to the dealer for any minor issues like we have with previous cars. In fact, I'm so impressed that I'm planning on purchasing a G35 for myself next month!
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your new car! It sounds like it's been a great upgrade for you, especially with all the driving you do. It's great to hear that you're getting such good gas mileage and that the car handles well. It's also good to know that you've had positive experiences with Nissan and Infiniti in the past. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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After owning two Q45's, I decided to give my husband the last one and get a smaller, sportier car for myself. I am a realtor and drive for business, and I must say, I absolutely love this car! It has all the luxury of the Q, but in a smaller version. The comfort, style, and ease of driving are unparalleled, and the equipment is top-notch. The dash is especially great, as it tells me exactly how many more miles I have before I need to fill up. The navigation system is also a must-have for my work, and it makes my life so much easier. I chose the I35 over the Lexus due to my past experiences with Infinity. It is a dependable car with great services, free car washes, and I have never had a problem with it.
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to say that I've had my I35 for over a year now and I still absolutely love it. Even after opening it up on I95, it hasn't lost its kick! Despite the sporty features, the car is actually quite practical. The fold down seats in the back are great for my chows, and the trunk is roomy with a pass through that's big enough to be useful. Additionally, the leather quality is excellent and doesn't seem to wear at all.
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I really like everything about the car! The changes I would make are pretty minor, though. I would match the color of the headlights to the fog lights and add a little more zip to its performance when starting. The car seems a little sluggish when starting out. I would probably check out the G35 coupe, but I like the I35 ride better.
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So i35 suck overall? - Maxima Forums
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May 18, 2011 ... Infiniti I30/I35 - So i35 suck overall? - So ... 2003 I35 with 18k miles on it barely driven. ... common car problems my freind :-) Reply. #68.
2003 INFINITI I35 Problems and Complaints - 3 Issues
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Problem with your 2003 INFINITI I35? Our list of 3 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2003 INFINITI I35.
Infinity I35 2003: Common Problems & Solutions
https://www.justanswer.com/nissan-infiniti/50772-infiniti-i35-2003-i35-sunroof-doesn-t-work.html
May 16, 2011 ... Ok try this disconnect the battery both terminals and connect the terminals together off the battery for 15 minutes then reconnect the battery ...
2003 INFINITI I35 Consumer Reviews | Cars.com
https://www.cars.com/research/infiniti-i35-2003/consumer-reviews/
Comfort 4.7; Interior 4.9; Performance 4.9; Value 4.8; Exterior 4.7; Reliability 5.0.
Q&A: 2003 Infiniti I35 Luxury - Common Problems & Bose Radio ...
https://www.justanswer.com/nissan-infiniti/fcqp8-2003-infiniti-i35-bose-6cd-cassette-radio-will-not.html
Oct 23, 2020 ... It definitely sounds like you have an internal short in the radio. To verify this you would have to perform an amp draw test to determine the ...
Other years of Infiniti I35
Are you having problems with your 2003 Infiniti I35?
Domenick Ward 2025-01-02
The vehicle was great until it reached 60k miles. Despite regular maintenance, it has some issues with gas consumption, suspension, tire wear, oil burning, transmission, and muffler rust. Unfortunately, it has cost over $5000 in repairs and even left me stranded 1000 miles away from home when the TPS (throttle position sensor - once recalled) failed. The out of town repair alone cost $1000. However, I am hopeful that with proper care and attention, these issues can be resolved.
Paul Glover 2024-09-19
The sunroof may require attention, and the dashboard and windscreen may produce some noise in colder weather, but these minor issues do not detract from the overall quality of the ride. The clock visibility at night time could be improved, and the speakers for the audio system are average.
Johan Greenholt 2024-08-10
I noticed that the ride feels unresponsive and there seems to be too much play in the wheel. I was wondering why a 255HP vehicle has front-wheel drive as it feels a bit weird. Additionally, I found that the headlights come on automatically a bit too soon.
Toy Keebler 2024-06-06
I bought this car almost 5 years ago because I had heard so many great things about Infiniti. The first 3 years were good, but then I started having issues with low oil and unfortunately, they were never able to diagnose the problem. Now, with only 87000 miles, the engine has failed. This is definitely not what I expected from a car dealer with such a great reputation for quality. Unfortunately, my experience with their customer satisfaction department was not satisfying at all, and as a result, I have decided to purchase a BMW instead.
Shaun Renner 2024-02-14
The ride quality of my vehicle has been subpar. Despite the manufacturer's attempts to address the issue by replacing the wheels and tires, the vibration in the front end persists at speeds between 45mph and 70mph. While the Infiniti technicians acknowledge the problem, they have deemed it acceptable. However, I do not find this acceptable and believe that further action should be taken to resolve the issue.