2003 Infiniti Fx35 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2003 Infiniti Fx35.

20022004
Complaints
84
Crashes
5
Fires
3
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2003 Infiniti Fx35 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#113 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:132,667 mi
Crash-related:1
#212 complaints

Latches / Locks

Avg mileage:78,597 mi
#38 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:103,697 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2003 Infiniti Fx35.

Airbags
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
132,667
Latches / Locks
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,597
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
103,697
Structural Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,667
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Child Seat
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2003 Infiniti Fx35

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,851,147 vehicles.

21V139000Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal:cushion · Air Bags:frontal
~26,158 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2003 INFINITI FX35, 2006-2008 FX35 and FX45 vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under recall number 20V-008. The air bag cushion was folded incorrectly, which could increase internal pressure and tear the air bag cushion during deployment.

20V008000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~307,962 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

16V349000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~413,852 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2011 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2008 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2008 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35 vehicles originally sold, or registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

15V287000Airbags
~1,090,569 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

15V226000Airbags
~12,606 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2003-2005 FX35 and FX45, and 2006 M35 and M45 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa, as well as Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, are included. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

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2003 Infiniti Fx35 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2003 Infiniti Fx35 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2003 Infiniti Fx35 has 84 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 13 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2003 Infiniti Fx35?
Top reported problems: Airbags (13 complaints, avg 132,667 mi); Latches / Locks (12 complaints, avg 78,597 mi); Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 103,697 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2003 Infiniti Fx35?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 97,352 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2003 Infiniti Fx35?
NHTSA complaints for the 2003 Infiniti Fx35 include 5 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2003 Infiniti Fx35 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,851,147 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2003 Infiniti Fx35?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Infiniti Fx35 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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