NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 15 owner complaints for the 2010 Infiniti EX35. Most complaints involve power train (4) and structure (2). The EPA rates it 19 mpg combined.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI FX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. AFTER CONTINUALLY DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AND THEN LUNGED IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE THEN SUDDENLY AND RAPIDLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT WAS NOT AWARE OF THE REPAIR NECESSARY TO REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,874.”
“The dashboard on this vehicle get gooey and melts when exposed to sunshine. The intense glare on the windshield makes the car dangerous to drive because visibility is greatly impaired.”
“The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti EX Journey. The contact stated that on several occasions when the vehicle was started and when driving at various speeds the speed odometer did not. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 159,041.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX35 Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 468 |
| EX35 AWD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,050 | 468 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 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.
Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (4), structure (2), electrical system (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2010 Infiniti EX35 at 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).