Model year record

2005 Infiniti G35 recalls & problems

The 2005 Infiniti G35 has 1 safety recall and 215 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (47 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls

Complaints215filed by owners

Crashes · fires9 · 5reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths12 · 1reported in complaints

Safety recalls

SeatsApr 27, 2010

Seats

Recall 10V175000134,215 vehicles

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.

Components: Seats; Air bags

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe 2-DR w/SAB

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

2005 Infiniti G35 Sedan 4-DR w/SAB

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

G35

20mpg combined

City / highway	17 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

G35

19mpg combined

City / highway	16 / 23 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S5) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

G35

19mpg combined

City / highway	16 / 23 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S5) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,350/year to fuel

G35

18mpg combined

City / highway	16 / 22 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S5) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Air bagsFrontal › Sensor/control module; Frontal	47	4	2	4	87,000 mi
Engine	38	0	1	0	103,327 mi
Exterior lightingBrake lights	30	0	0	0	77,000 mi
Electrical systemInstrument cluster/panel	24	1	1	0	109,992 mi
Engine and engine coolingEngine; Cooling system	22	0	0	0	50,297 mi
Power trainManual transmission; Clutch assembly	14	0	1	0	47,250 mi
Seats	14	0	2	1	87,001 mi
Fuel/propulsion system	14	0	0	0	145,000 mi
SuspensionFront	13	0	0	0	13,652 mi
Unknown or other	13	0	0	0	138,500 mi
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal	12	1	1	1	55,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; Foundation components › Disc › Rotor	11	2	0	6	12,765 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Engine
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
Mar 5, 2025
EngineFire
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
Jul 3, 2025
Seats
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 determined that the cause was a faulty fuse. The fuse was replaced, but the failure recurred. The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed the recall repair was previously completed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called another local dealer, Douglas Infiniti (430 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ 07901), but there was no response. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was…
Oct 6, 2025 · 190,000 miles
Unknown or other
Na
May 23, 2024
Air bags
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 undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the recall was completed and advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Sep 26, 2023 · 85,000 miles
Structure › BodyCrashFire
Fire
Sep 8, 2023
Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
The contact owns a 2005 Infiniti G35. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal sound as if the sunroof was opened. The contact stated that the sunroof was glued in place to a rubber gasket which had started coming apart. The contact called a local dealer and was informed that the sunroof was no longer available. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,500.
Jul 7, 2023 · 79,500 miles
Air bags
Air bagâs light flashing and on. Went to the dealership and was charged 178.00 and they said that it will cost me additional 937.86 and no guarantee that my vehicle air bags will be safe for me if thereâs an accident . Went to the dealerships on 5/18/23 was the soonest they could get me in
May 11, 2023

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.