2005 Infiniti G35
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 56 of 215 complaints (26%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 244 in 2004 to 215 in 2005.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | vs. 2005 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300–4,100 | 3,100–4,100 | 3,300–4,100 | 3,300–4,100 | 3,900–4,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–20 | 18–20 | 18–20 | 18–20 | 19–20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 23–25 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–468 | 444–494 | 444–494 | 444–494 | 444–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 533 | 244 | 215 | 145 | 114 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 15 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 8 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 8 | 12 | 5 | 6 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
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 2005 Infiniti G35 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 2005 Infiniti G35?
Engine: 56 of 215 NHTSA complaints (26%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Infiniti G35 get?
EPA rates it 18–20 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Infiniti G35?
EPA estimates $3,300–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| 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 | Premium | Compact Cars | 17 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,900 | 444 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S5) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 (low) | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | 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 4 | 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 | 56 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 18 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 47 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 24 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 16 | 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)
AIR BAGS; SEATS · Campaign 10V175000 · Apr 29, 2010
Defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2007 INFINITI G35 SEDANS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 29, 2004 THROUGH AUGUST 25, 2006 AND INFINITI G35 COUPES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 1, 2004 THROUGH MAY 30, 2007. THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTING THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) AND THE OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR (ODS) CONTROL UNIT UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CAN EXPERIENCE RELATIVE MOVEMENT WHICH CAN CAUSE WEAR AND OXIDIZATION OF THE TERMINALS AND MAY CAUSE INTERRUPTION OF THE SIGNAL.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-662-6200.