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2006 Infiniti FX35: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2006 Infiniti FX35: 7 recalls, 40 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.

7vehicle recalls
40owner complaints
2mention a crash
18best combined mpg
2006 Infiniti FX35
Photo: Rutger van der Maar · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Fuel system Vehicle recall #05V555000 · 2005 · 192,659 vehicles

What's wrong: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the fuel filler hose May crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling.

Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filler hose. Recall began on February 27, 2006, for Nissan owners, and on March 13, 2006, for Infiniti owners.

Exterior lights Vehicle recall #06V244000 · 2006 · 105,200 vehicles

What's wrong: During a canadian compliance test, certain sport utility vehicles failed to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' a rear combination lamp assembly did not meet the requirements.

Why it matters: This standard is to reduce traffic accidents and deaths and injuries resulting from traffic accidents, by providing adequate illumination of the roadway, and by enhancing the conspicuity of motor vehicles on the public roads so that their presence is perceived and their signals understood, both in…

The fix: Dealers will replace the rear combination lamp assemblies. The recall began on December 18, 2006.

Exterior lights Vehicle recall #06V328000 · 2006 · 105,200 vehicles

What's wrong: During a canadian compliance test, certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the headlamp assemblies do not meet the headlamp photometric values requirements of the standard.

Why it matters: This standard is to reduce traffic accidents and deaths and injuries resulting from traffic accidents, by providing adequate illumination of the roadway, and by enhancing the conspicuity of motor vehicles on the public roads so that their presence is perceived and their signals understood, both in…

The fix: Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies. The recall began on December 18, 2006.

Airbags Vehicle recall #16V349000 · 2016 · 413,852 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.…

Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.

Airbags Vehicle recall #17V028000 · 2017 · 152,554 vehicles

What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012 Nissan versa hatchbacks 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, if not included in "zone a" above, Nissan is recalling certain…

Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available.

Airbags Vehicle recall #20V008000 · 2020 · 307,962 vehicles

What's wrong: 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)…

Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.

Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #21V139000 · 2021 · 26,158 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: A tear in the air bag May decrease air bag performance, and increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Infiniti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Airbags19
Body & structure7
Other / unknown5
Exterior lights5
Engine3
Electrical3
Speed control / throttle2
Fuel system2

What owners describe

The 2006 Infiniti FX35 has 40 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 12 FX35 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 37). Complaints peaked in 2016 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 10 years old, at a median of 94,379 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (94 complaints, 9 recalls), 2007 (37 complaints, 4 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic (S5)Rear-Wheel Drive152218Regular
3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic (S5)4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive152017Regular

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FAQ

Does the 2006 Infiniti FX35 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2006 Infiniti FX35. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2006 Infiniti FX35 problems?

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (19), body & structure (7), other / unknown (5).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Infiniti FX35 get?

EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S5)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

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