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2008 Infiniti EX35Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 45 owner complaints for the 2008 Infiniti EX35. Most complaints involve air bags (12) and steering (11). The EPA rates it 19 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
19mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Feb 2015
Owner complaints
45
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$4,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Steering: column

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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.

SteeringReported Feb 2, 2015NHTSA 15V054000

Equipment

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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.

EquipmentReported Aug 10, 2009NHTSA 09E050000

Air bags

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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).

Air bagsReported Oct 7, 2008NHTSA 08V521000
See all 4 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 8, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

45 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2010 – Nov 2026
  1. Air bags12
  2. Steering11
  3. Engine8
  4. Electrical system6
  5. Structure2
  6. Suspension2
  7. Power train2
  8. Fuel/propulsion system2
  9. Seats2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each EX35 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200845
20098
201015
201120
20125
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

12 reports3 crashes
“The airbags did not deploy for an accident going 50 miles an hour hit straight on into an embankment. The bumper was destroyed and ripped off. In addition the bar of support of the bumper was bent in all the way into the radiator and yet still the airbags did not deploy.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 3, 2026Air bagsCrash reportedODI 11775496

Steering

11 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI EX35. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL ELECTRONIC TILT MALFUNCTIONED AND THE DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO PROPERLY RE-POSITION THE STEERING WHEEL. IN ADDITION, WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION, THE STEERING WHEEL EXHIBITED EXCESSIVE PLAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL TILT MOTOR WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V054000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURE LISTED IN THE RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 11, 2019SteeringODI 11185867

Engine

8 reports
“THE ENGINE REPEATEDLY STALLS DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHILE BRAKING. THIS HAS HAPPENED DOZENS OF TIMES, INCLUDING WHILE DRIVING THROUGH PARKING LOTS, BRAKING DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON CITY STREETS AND FREEWAY OFF RAMPS AS WELL AS BRAKING ON A LEFT TURN THROUGH A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON A HIGHWAY, ALMOST CAUSING ME TO GET REAR ENDED MULTIPLE TIMES. THIS PROBLEM IS IDENTICAL TO PROBLEMS THAT PRECIPITATED A RECALL OF OTHER INIFINITI MODELS, SAME MODEL YEAR, HOWEVER THE EX35 WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 7, 2019EngineODI 11164798
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 8, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Station Wagons
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S5)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
EX35
Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, CLKUP · Rear-Wheel Drive
172419$4,050468
EX35
Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, CLKUP · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
162319$4,050468
  • EX35
    Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, CLKUP
    17 city · 24 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • EX35
    Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, CLKUP
    16 city · 23 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Infiniti EX35 as of Nov 8, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 8, 2026Vehicle 2736
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2008 EX35 questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti EX35 have?

4 safety recalls as of Nov 8, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2008 Infiniti EX35 problems?

Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (12), steering (11), engine (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2008 Infiniti EX35 get?

The EPA rates the 2008 Infiniti EX35 at 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 8, 2026