NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Infiniti EX35; the most frequently affected component is air bags. Owners filed 44 complaints, most often about air bags. Among the 4 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #1 for number of recalls.
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.
Risk: Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.
EquipmentCampaign 09E050000 · 10 Aug 2009
Problem: Curt is recalling certain class 1 receiver hitches, p/n 11500, manufactured between march 26, 2008 and march 12, 2009, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on model year 2008 through 2010 nissan infiniti ex35 vehicles. When the hitch is loaded to the maximum rating, the bumper structure of the vehicle may pull away from the vehicle frame.
Risk: A vehicle crash can occur should the towed vehicle separate from the towing vehicle while in operation.
Remedy: Curt mfg will notify owners and replace the hitches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 14, 2009. Owners may contact curt mfg toll-free at 1-800-738-7213.
Air bagsCampaign 08V521000 · 07 Oct 2008
Problem: 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).
Risk: 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.
Air bagsCampaign 08V066000 · 12 Feb 2008
Problem: Nissan is recalling 16,365 my 2008 infiniti ex35 and my 2009 nissan murano vehicles. Due to incorrect software programming, the air bag control unit (acu) may cause the passenger air bag not to operate as designed if the vehicle battery becomes significantly discharged.
Risk: This could result in the passenger air bag not inflating in a crash in which it was designed to do so, and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the acu in affected vehicles. The recall began on february 19, 2008. Owners may contact infiniti at 1-800-662-6200 or nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Air bags10 · 25%
Steering10 · 25%
Engine8 · 20%
Electrical system6 · 15%
Suspension2 · 5%
Power train2 · 5%
Seats2 · 5%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 5%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
While driving the car i noticed that every time i hit a bump or dip in the road, it feels like i am going to lose control of the vehicle. The car is extremely hard to control when hitting a bump on the street or highway and it's scary. I also noticed that the car jerks violently when changing gears in the automatic…
While driving, and i'm getting ready to slow down or stop. The car completely shuts off. I have to put it back in neutral quickly in order for it to start. Also while at a complete stop. Once i accelerate, the car just cuts of in the middle of the road! This week alone i've almost had three accidents because of this.…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 infiniti ex35. The contact stated that the air bag sensor illuminated, indicating that the air bags malfunctioned. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number:08v521000 (air bags, electrical system). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who diagnosed that the front…
The dash board airbag warning light started flashing. It stayed flashing for a few weeks, so i took it to an infiniti dealership. The dealership told me there was some type of communication problem between the acu and ocs units, located under the passenger seat. They said they couldn't tell any more than that, and…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.