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2009 Infiniti G-ClassRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 167 owner complaints for the 2009 Infiniti G-Class. Most complaints involve air bags (88) and engine (21).
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
167
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2009 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
167 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2009 – Mar 2026
- Air bags88
- Engine21
- Power train18
- Electrical system16
- Seats13
- Vehicle speed control9
- Visibility/wiper6
- Structure5
- Service brakes, hydraulic5
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.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 535 |
| 2004 | 244 |
| 2005 | 215 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 115 |
| 2008 | 161 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 77 |
| 2011 | 117 |
| 2012 | 75 |
| 2013 | 63 |
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Air bags
88 reports2 crashes
“The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was flashing, with the message "Passenger Air Bag Off 2” displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, there was no electrical failure found with the POD sensors. The dealer stated that the air bag needed to be replaced. The contact researched and found information on the failure of the air bags. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.”
Engine
21 reports1 crash
“I was driving at about 65 mph on the tail end of a roughly 2 hour trip. The car shut off on me completely. Fortunately there weren't many cars on the road, so I was able to force the steering wheel - since power steering went out as well, I needed to turn the wheel forcefully - to the shoulder. The brakes worked ok, but not well, again because the engine shut off, so I was forcing the brakes and they took a lot longer to work than normally. Had there been normal to heavy traffic, I'd definitely have been in a very bad crash. The vehicle is available for inspection if needed. This is the second time this situation has occurred to me in this vehicle. There was no warning lamp, message, or symptom prior to or after the incident. A dealer, manufacturer, police, insurance, nor anyone else has inspected or reproduced the problem. Various Infiniti online forums reference the same issue.”
Power train
18 reports2 crashes
“MY CAR WAS SLOWING DOWN AND JERKED IN AND OUT OF FIRST GEAR IVE BEEN HAVING THIS PROBLEM FOR MOTNTHS I LOOKED ON INFINITI FORUM AND SEEN ITB12-027D AND INFINITI WILL NOT FIX MY CAR I ALMOST HIT SOMEONE CAR DUE TO THE CAR DRIVING REALLY WEIRD ! AND SWERVED AND HIT A CURB INSTEAD THIS IS RIDICULOUS IM ALSO REPORTING THIS TO THE BBB AS WELL BECAUSE PLENTY OF PEOPLE ARE REPORTING THIS AS AN ISSUE WITH THIS YEARS TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE AND THEY ARENT DOING ANYTHING TO FIX IT BUT THROW PRICES AT THEIR CUSTOMERS FOR THE TO FIX TEHE PROBLEM THEMSELVES”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
3 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 30, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| 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 |
- 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.
2009 G-Class questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Infiniti G-Class have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.
What are the most common 2009 Infiniti G-Class problems?
Owners filed 167 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (88), engine (21), power train (18). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026