2009 Infiniti EX35
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 4 of 8 complaints (50%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 44 in 2008 to 8 in 2009.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | vs. 2009 Small Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,100 | 4,100 | 4,100 | 3,900–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 23–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | 17 / 23–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 468 | 468 | 468 | 444–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 44 | 8 | 15 | 7 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Infiniti EX35 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Infiniti EX35?
Airbags & Restraints: 4 of 8 NHTSA complaints (50%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Infiniti EX35 get?
EPA rates it 19 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Infiniti EX35?
EPA estimates $4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 17 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EQUIPMENT · Campaign 09E050000 · Aug 10, 2009
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR SHOULD THE TOWED VEHICLE SEPARATE FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE WHILE IN OPERATION.
Remedy: CURT MFG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MFG TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-738-7213.