2010 Infiniti M35: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Infiniti M35: 5 recalls, 20 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #09V393000 · 2009 · 143,223 vehicles
What's wrong: C., west virginia and wisconsin. The material in the nut used to secure the sensor-transmitter of the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) May corrode and potentially crack in areas with heavy concentrations of road salt. If this occurs, the nut May come out of the sensor-transmitter and the TPMS lamp will illuminate.
Why it matters: If the TPMS lamp is disregarded and the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, the tire will quickly lose air pressure at a consistent rate resulting in a flat tire increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The dealer will replace the TPMS nut with a new, more robust nut. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before November 9, 2009.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #13V430000 · 2013 · 98,307 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Infiniti m35 and m45 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2004, through October 5, 2010. Over time, the accelerator pedal sensor signal May deteriorate resulting in the output of an incorrect signal causing the engine to go into fail-safe (limp home) mode.
Why it matters: In this fail-safe mode, throttle valve deposits May cause the engine to stall when the vehicle is coming to a stop or at idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly and reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2013.
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.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Airbags, Airbags Equipment recall #22E066000 · 2022 · 375 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that May have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 qx4, 2006-2010 m35 and m45; Nissan 2001-2003 maxima, 2002-2006 sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 versa sedan…
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: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (6): the most common themes are steering problems (6).
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2010 Infiniti M35 has 20 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 5 M35 model years for complaints (well below the 92 average). Complaints peaked in 2014 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 36,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (16 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Infiniti M35 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Infiniti M35, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. 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 2010 Infiniti M35 problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (6), speed control / throttle (3), airbags (3).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Infiniti M35 get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Infiniti M35 repair manual?
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