Infiniti G35 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti G35 model year (2003–2007) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti G35 Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 388 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 408
2 recalls · 172 complaints
5 reported injuries
3 reported deaths
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 203
1 recall · 157 complaints
11 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 182
Best Infiniti G35 Years to Buy
1 recall · 65 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 70
1 recall · 93 complaints
Main area: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 100
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Infiniti G35 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 65 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2006 | 1 | 93 | 2 | — | 100 | Good |
| 2005 | 1 | 157 | 11 | — | 182 | Caution |
| 2004 | 2 | 172 | 5 | 3 | 203 | Caution |
| 2003 | 4 | 388 | 4 | — | 408 | Avoid |
All 5 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Infiniti G35 Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder G35 models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year G35 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2003 Infiniti G35 if possible. It has 4 recalls, 388 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 408 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year G35 to buy?+
The 2007 Infiniti G35 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 70. It has only 1 recall and 65 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which G35 has the fewest problems?+
The 2007, 2006 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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