KnownCarProblems2006 Infiniti G35 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 145 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Infiniti G35, most often about the engine (24% of complaints, typically around 26,500 miles). It is 4th of 8 G35 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2006 Infiniti G35 problems
Engine
35 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 26,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
It has been brought to my attention by an Infiniti dealer that my 2006 Infiniti G35 coupe has fallen into a "not good" category for excessive oil consumption.
Unusual high oil consumption noticed around 25,000 miles. I am 61 years old and do not drive much or abuse the engine, I just wanted a reliable car with manual transmission. #1 dealer (very hostile) tested oil after 1000 miles showing only 4mm missing, however the same morning I have documented pictures showing 9 to…
Lights
20 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 72,000 miles. Parts named most often: tail lights, brake lights.
I own a 2006 Infiniti G35 and just learned that my center high mount stop light works intermittently. I have begun to research this and discovered that the problem is very common among cars similar to mine. I know the third brake light was working recently and I have seen it illuminate recently but not always. This…
Third brake light works only intermittently. No rhyme or reason why it's not working all the time as when it does work, all the lights shine at full brightness. No accidents, no electrical faults, it just randomly stopped working 100% of the time.
Air bags
20 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 74,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
I was almost a complete stop when I was rear ended. The impact was pretty hard, and the vehicle was ultimately a total loss. At the time of collision, my drivers side seat collapsed back on me almost to a full recline position. Due to this, my seat belt was completely loose, and felt as if I did not have one on. I…
Light of air bag on driver's companion seat turn on and off from time to time, even if no one is sitting on seat. Also multiple cracks were present in the dashboard and were located near the air bag. The contact indicated that one crack extended from the passenger side to the driver side. The vehicle was not diagnosed…
Electrical
16 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 111,000 miles.
My fans quit working in my car we replaced all fuses and fans 3 times already and now have wires melting from the fan to the harness we looked at all wires made sure they were not melted the first time but now their melted and fans not working fuses either. Plus it over heats.
The top mount rear light (3rd brake light) on my G35 only works intermittently or not all sometimes. It is a very common problem with the sedan model. Could be a potential safety issue with cars behind not realizing the G35 in front is stopping.
Transmission
11 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 13,500 miles. Parts named most often: clutch assembly, manual transmission.
Clutch on vehicle 2006 G35 coupe with 19,300 miles went bad. Read online and researched and found that under 20,000 miles is very low for this to be happening under "normal wear and tear" conditions. Dealership was not willing to cover 4yr - 60,000 mile factory warranty, and was told this was considered normal wear…
At ~7,900mi, I took my G35 coupe 6mt to Infiniti dealership when I started hearing a knocking noise and noticed that the "check engine" light would come up every few times a week. I was called in 4 more times after that (every 1,000mi) specifically for oil-level testing. The dealership received an approval to replace…
Body and structure
11 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The dashboard is cracking and melting. The dashboard is melted so bad in some spots that the dashboard can't even be cleaned. The cracks in the dashboard are starting to get worse each day. I am afraid that the cracks will become so severe it will eventually affect the driving safety of the vehicle.
Was going down ramp onto interstate 85 northbound. I had a bus in front of me, I was switching lanes, he switched lanes right I front of me. All of a sudden a piece of metal from the back end of the bus flew up and hit my bumper. Pulled over and inspected. Bumper paint is scratched off. I have the license plate of the…
Other or unspecified
11 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles.
Ignition locked - unable to turn key. Infiniti is a real [] at $153/hour. Is this a nats / nash unit problem with the signal, the antenna or the wire harness. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The oil burns like crazy it caused my car to lock up being the it happens without warning, having to do oil changes once a month which is insanity. This has been a problem not only in the Infiniti G35 but also the nissan 350z models. Usually a problem with manual 6spd transmission models. This should be a recall being…
Fuel system
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 81,000 miles.
While driving, in traffic, the vehicle failed to accelerate. Cars behind me were at a safe enough distance that I could put on my hazard lights and restart the car. This, also, happens when trying to start the car a.m. Or p.m. (with the vehicle being parked): it fails to start. The "vdc" and "slip" light comes on.…
The oil burns like crazy it caused my car to lock up being the it happens without warning, having to do oil changes once a month which is insanity. This has been a problem not only in the Infiniti G35 but also the nissan 350z models. Usually a problem with manual 6spd transmission models. This should be a recall being…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 Infiniti G35 recalls
Seats
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Lights: headlights
Risk: This standard is to reduce crashes, injuries and deaths by providing adequate illumination of the roadway, and by enhancing the conspicuity of motor vehicles on the public roads so that their presence is perceived and their signals understood, both in daylight and in darkness or other conditions of reduced visibility.
Fix: Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies. The recall is expected to begin on or about april 16, 2007. Owners may contact infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Full defect summary
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the "vertical gradient" and "headlamp photometric values" requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.'
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2006 Infiniti G35
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Infiniti G35?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (35 complaints, typically around 26,500 miles); lights (20 complaints, typically around 72,000 miles); air bags (20 complaints, typically around 74,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 Infiniti G35 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 27, 2010 (seats). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the Infiniti G35?
- It is 4th of 8 G35 model years by number of complaints, with 145 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.