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2011 Infiniti FX35Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 13 owner complaints for the 2011 Infiniti FX35. Most complaints involve fuel/propulsion system (4) and electrical system (2). The EPA rates it 18–19 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
18–19mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
13
Top: fuel/propulsion system
Fuel cost / yr
$4,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2011 Infiniti FX35 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

13 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2011 – Jul 2023
  1. Fuel/propulsion system4
  2. Electrical system2
  3. Power train2
  4. Engine2
  5. Wheels1
  6. Steering1
  7. Suspension1
  8. Service brakes, hydraulic1
  9. Other / unknown3

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 FX35 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200360
20080
201113
201214
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel/propulsion system

4 reports
“Engine, Electrical power has gone out at 6 months. After purchase. Break down on interstate. Vehicle dealership: ONEAUTOSALESORLANDO”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 23, 2023Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11513415

Electrical system

2 reports
“The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti FX. The contact noticed that the steering assembly was cracking without any warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,938.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 6, 2023Electrical systemODI 11530659

Power train

2 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI FX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT ERRONEOUSLY BETWEEN SECOND AND THIRD GEARS. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THE FAILURE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT A REMEDY HAD NOT BEEN GENERATED FOR THE PARTICULAR FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 8,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 1, 2011Power trainODI 10433839
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S7)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 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 7, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
FX35 RWD
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162319$4,050468
FX35 AWD
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
162118$4,300494
  • FX35 RWD
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    16 city · 23 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • FX35 AWD
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    16 city · 21 hwy · $4,300/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Infiniti FX35 as of Nov 7, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 663Vehicle 349
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

2011 FX35 questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Infiniti FX35 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 7, 2026.

What are the most common 2011 Infiniti FX35 problems?

Owners filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel/propulsion system (4), electrical system (2), power train (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2011 Infiniti FX35 get?

The EPA rates the 2011 Infiniti FX35 at 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026