Is the Infiniti FX35 Reliable?

Q: Is the Infiniti FX35 reliable?

The Infiniti FX35 scores 72/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2003–2013 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year FX35 is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2012 Infiniti FX35 scored highest with a reliability score of 57/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a FX35 last?

With regular maintenance, most Infiniti FX35 owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used FX35.

2003–2013 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

303

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Recall intensity (what drives the score)

0.0 recalls/yr vs. suv median 1.8/yr

Safety record (separate score)

Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 12 injuries on record

Own a Infiniti FX35? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Infiniti FX35 Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2013	—	—	—	—	Not enough data
2012	0	10	—	—	57	Fair
2011	1	12	—	—	57	Fair
2010	0	16	2	—	57	Fair
2009	0	11	—	—	57	Fair
2008	2	29	—	—	57	Fair
2007	2	27	—	—	57	Fair
2006	2	28	3	—	57	Fair
2005	2	78	7	—	57	Fair
2004	2	92	—	—	57	Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the FX35 Compares to Similar Vehicles

Infiniti FX3572/100

Suv Category Average69/100

The FX35 scores 3 points above the average suv — a strong result.

Known Infiniti FX35 Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

AIR BAGS

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

STRUCTURE:BODY

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Based on 303 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Infiniti FX35 reliable?+

The Infiniti FX35 scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 303 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year FX35 is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2012 FX35 achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 0 recalls and 10 complaints.

How many miles does a FX35 last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Infiniti FX35 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used FX35 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Infiniti FX35 VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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