2004 Infiniti G35
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 63 of 244 complaints (26%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more deaths (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 533 in 2003 to 244 in 2004.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | vs. 2004 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300–4,100 | 3,100–4,100 | 3,300–4,100 | 3,300–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–20 | 18–20 | 18–20 | 18–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–468 | 444–494 | 444–494 | 444–494 | |
| Complaints filed | 533 | 244 | 215 | 145 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 15 | 17 | 9 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 8 | 12 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
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 2004 Infiniti G35 have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns 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 2004 Infiniti G35?
Engine: 63 of 244 NHTSA complaints (26%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Infiniti G35 get?
EPA rates it 18–20 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Infiniti G35?
EPA estimates $3,100–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 444 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,900 | 444 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 | 494 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 (high) | 468 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 63 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 39 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 25 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 20 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 25 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 27 | 2 | 1 | 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 (3)
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY · Campaign 11E024000 · Jun 24, 2011
Defect: ZF SERVICE IS RECALL CERTAIN CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBER SX: K70358-01, SHIPPED TO WHOLESALERS AS SERVICE PARTS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, AND MARCH 8, 2011. THESE SERVICE PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2003-2006 NISSAN 350Z AND INFINITI G35 VEHICLES. THE SX: K70358-01 CLUTCH KIT CONTAINS AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC.
Consequence: AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY ON THE INITIAL START-UP, IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FAILS TO USE THE SERVICE BRAKES WHILE THE HAND BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED. UNINTENTIONAL MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: ZF SERVICE NOTIFY WHOLESALERS TO RETURN ANY AFFECTED CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES STILL IN INVENTORY FOR FREE REPLACEMENT KITS. THIS CONDITION WILL CORRECT ITSELF AFTER THE FIRST START-UP AND USAGE OF THE CLUTCH KIT. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER IS NOT SATISFIED WITH ITS PERFORMANCE, ZF SERVICES WILL REIMBURSE THE OWNER FOR THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT CLUTCH KIT AND A REASONABLE AMOUNT FOR ITS INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ZF SERVICES AT 1-800-321-0784 EXT. 6748.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 06E060000 · Jun 29, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH
Remedy: AAI MOTORSPORTS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AAI MOTORSPORTS AT 909-923-9188.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · Campaign 05V555000 · Dec 13, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.