2008 INFINITI EX35 Reliability
The 2008 INFINITI EX35 has 44 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and steering. Compared with nearby EX35 model years (2008–2010), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the EX35's typical year, while the 2010 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
44
NHTSA owner complaints
4
Recall campaigns
5
Complaints citing a crash
2
Complaints citing a fire
2008 INFINITI EX35 complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 model year, filed between 2010 and 2021. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 11 | 25% |
| Steering | 11 | 25% |
| Engine | 8 | 18% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 14% |
| Body structure | 2 | 5% |
| Suspension | 2 | 5% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 2 | 5% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 2 | 5% |
2008 INFINITI EX35 recalls
4 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2008 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08V066000 | Feb 12, 2008 | Air bags | Nissan is recalling 16,365 my 2008 INFINITI EX35 and my 2009 nissan murano vehicles. Due to incorrect software programming, the air bag control unit (acu) may cause the passenger air bag not to operate as designed if the vehicle battery becomes significantly… |
| 08V521000 | Oct 7, 2008 | Air bags | 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'… |
| 09E050000 | Aug 10, 2009 | Equipment | 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… |
| 15V054000 | Feb 2, 2015 | Steering — column | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles… |
How the 2008 compares with nearby EX35 years
Verdicts compare these EX35 model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 (this page) | 44 | 4 | Air bags | Avoid |
| 2009 | 8 | 1 | Air bags | Too few reports |
| 2010 | 15 | 1 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2008 INFINITI EX35
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 4 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2008 INFINITI EX35 reliability FAQ
Is the 2008 INFINITI EX35 reliable?
The 2008 INFINITI EX35 has 44 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and steering. Compared with nearby EX35 model years (2008–2010), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the EX35's typical year, while the 2010 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2008 INFINITI EX35 problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 INFINITI EX35 are air bags (11), steering (11), engine (8), electrical system (6). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2008 INFINITI EX35 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2008 INFINITI EX35, including 08V066000 (air bags) and 08V521000 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2008 INFINITI EX35 compare with the 2007 and 2009 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2009 has 8 complaints and 1 recall (too few reports). The 2008 has 44 complaints and 4 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2008 INFINITI EX35?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2008 EX35, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.