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2008 Infiniti G-ClassRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 161 owner complaints for the 2008 Infiniti G-Class. Most complaints involve air bags (54) and electrical system (23).

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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
1campaigns
Latest Oct 2008
Owner complaints
161
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags

Free remedy

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
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

161 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2007 – Jun 2026
  1. Air bags54
  2. Electrical system23
  3. Power train21
  4. Structure17
  5. Engine16
  6. Vehicle speed control14
  7. Visibility/wiper10
  8. Service brakes, hydraulic8
  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
12
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

54 reports4 crashes1 fire
“B1022 OCCUPANT SENS C/U [COMM FAIL] - CURRENT B1022 OCCUPANT SENS C/U [COMM FAIL] - PAST Passenger seat Air Bag: There is a recall on this part for my vehicle's year make and model, but my VIN shows my car isn't apart of the recall.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 5, 2026Air bagsODI 11742306

Electrical system

23 reports3 fires
“The airbag control module can be damaged through normal use. Simply disconnecting the battery can damage the module, which then causes the airbag malfunction light on the instrument cluster to turn on. It is unclear weather or not the airbag will function when this occurs. Presumably, it will not. The dealer solution for this is to replace the module, at a cost of over $1000. Fortunately, it is possible to remove the module and send it to a 3rd party who can reflash a chip. However, doing this every time a random electrical glitch (common ) causes the warning system to trip is dangerous.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 16, 2022Electrical system, Air bagsODI 11484913

Power train

21 reports1 crash
“AFTER 60K MILES, THE CAR HAS DIFFICULTY SHIFTING IN REVERSE. ONCE IN REVERSE, THE CAR DOESN'T ROLL BACK AND IT REMAINS IDLE AS IF LEFT IN PARK. A FOREIGN TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP OWNER SAID THAT THIS ISSUE IS NOT USER ERROR, AND THAT NISSAN/INFINITI HAVE NOT BEEN HAVING ONGOING TRANS ISSUES WITH MANY OF THEIR MODELS, BUT REFUSE TO CLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR MOST. NISSAN/INFINITI USA WILL EASILY GOAD CUSTOMERS INTO PAYING $8K TO INSTALL A NEW TRANS, HOWEVER.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 4, 2020Power trainODI 11362653
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Infiniti G-Class as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 2738Vehicle 2737
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
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  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
07 —FAQ

2008 G-Class questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Infiniti G-Class have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 11, 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 G-Class problems?

Owners filed 161 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (54), electrical system (23), power train (21). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026