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2006 Infiniti G-ClassRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 145 owner complaints for the 2006 Infiniti G-Class. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (21) and air bags (20).

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Combined MPG
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No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
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Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
145
Top: engine and engine cooling
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2006 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

145 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2006 – Feb 2025
  1. Engine and engine cooling21
  2. Air bags20
  3. Exterior lighting20
  4. Electrical system16
  5. Engine14
  6. Structure11
  7. Power train11
  8. Fuel/propulsion system7
  9. Seats7

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 G-Class model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
199613
19997
200010
20017
20027
2003535
2004244
2005215
2006145
2007115
2008161
2009167
201077
2011117
201275
201363
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine and engine cooling

21 reports
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 INFINITI G35. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LAMP, SLIP WARNING LAMP, AND VDC OFF WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER, TURN OFF, AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V455000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CRANK (CAMSHAFT) POSITION SENSORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 161,218.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 23, 2015Engine and engine coolingODI 10726807

Air bags

20 reports4 crashes
“AIR BAG LIGHT IS FLASHING ON DRIVERS SIDE. HORN QUIT WORKING A YEAR AGO AND INFINITY DEALERSHIP IN TULSA OKLA ALWAYS CHECKS ON THE MAINTENANCE FORM THAT THE HORN WORKS.... I GET THE CAR SERVICED AT JACKIE COOPER INFINITY, TULSA OKLA.EACH TIME THE OIL NEEDS CHANGING. I HAVE BROUGHT THIS UP TO THE SERVICE MGR. SERVICE ADVISOR INFORMED ME THERE'S NO RECALL ON MY CAR. BUT RECALL WEBSITE SAYS DIFFERENT. I JUST WANT THE TRUTH.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 18, 2019Air bags, Unknown or otherODI 11180834

Exterior lighting

20 reports
“THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT THAT SITS IN THE WINDOW DOESN'T NOT LIGHT WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN POWER WAS ATTACHED TO THE LIGHT IT WORKED BUT NOT WHEN PLUGGED IN TO THE HARNESS IN THE CAR THE TAIL BRAKE LIGHTS WORK HOWEVER”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 1, 2017Electrical system, Exterior lightingODI 10981627
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 1948Vehicle 1949
05 —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.
07 —FAQ

2006 G-Class questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Infiniti G-Class have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.

What are the most common 2006 Infiniti G-Class problems?

Owners filed 145 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (21), air bags (20), exterior lighting (20). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026