Total Complaints
15 filings
INFINITI FX35 · model year
2011 INFINITI FX35
15 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash reports for this specific cohort.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2011INFINITIFX35 carries 15 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. For crash performance, NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gave this cohort an overall Not Rated/5 rating, with Not Rated/5 front crash, Not Rated/5 side crash, and Not Rated/5 rollover scores derived from standardized barrier and dynamic tests.
Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2011 FX35 is fuel/propulsion system with 4 filings, followed by unknown or other (3) and engine (2). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability.
NHTSA currently has 7 investigation files overlapping the 2011 FX35. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.
15
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
Crashes Reported
2 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
Complaints vs. fleet median (215)
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
NHTSA NCAP overall: Not Rated/5 — Not rated
· Front: Not Rated/5
· Side: Not Rated/5
· Rollover: Not Rated/5
Complaints by Component
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 1 |
Recent Complaints
20230706ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti FX. The contact noticed that the steering assembly was cracking without any warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,938.
Mileage: 101,938
20230323ENGINE
Engine, Electrical power has gone out at 6 months. After purchase. Break down on interstate. Vehicle dealership: ONEAUTOSALESORLANDO
20230323FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine, Electrical power has gone out at 6 months. After purchase. Break down on interstate. Vehicle dealership: ONEAUTOSALESORLANDO
20230323POWER TRAIN
Engine, Electrical power has gone out at 6 months. After purchase. Break down on interstate. Vehicle dealership: ONEAUTOSALESORLANDO
20221004ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle was stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the mechanic associated the failure with faulty wiring. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure. The contact towed the vehicle to the same independent mechanic, where they replaced the battery and continued to associate the failure with the wiring or the fuel system. The independent mechanic had not repaired any components however, after a week and a half the vehicle began to drive properly. The contact continued to experience the failure. The contact towed the vehicle to another independent mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed with the fuel gauge not reading properly. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that he refueled the vehicle and was able to continue driving the vehicle. The
Mileage: 147,000
20220412UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Component: Dashboard Risk: pieces crack and fall off and are propelled by the air conditioning into the face of the driver. The shine from the deteriorating dashboard is visually blinding during sunny days.
20210928WHEELS
All lugs on the right rear wheel have snapped off. At first it was one which was repaired. Then three at once broke off and caused damage. After it was repaired again the fifth and final one broke off.
20210928UNKNOWN OR OTHER
All lugs on the right rear wheel have snapped off. At first it was one which was repaired. Then three at once broke off and caused damage. After it was repaired again the fifth and final one broke off.
20210813UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The dashboard on this vehicle seem to be failing in such a way that it has become extremely shiny & sticky and causes major visibility issues. Nothing that we have used to clean the dash works to remove the shininess. This has gotten so bad that the glare caused makes it very difficult to see out of the windshield.
20200206FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI FX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY STOPPED AND WOULD NOT RESTART WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (INFINITI OF ARDMORE 306 W LANCASTER AVE, ARDMORE, PA 19003) FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS A REPLACE FUEL SENDER AND AC AMP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT IS REFERENCING THE FAILURE TO (NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V074 COMPONENTS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER) THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,000 *LN *DL
Mileage: 72,000
20200131FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2011 INFINITI FX 35 - DEALER RECOMMENDS THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL SENDER & A/C AMP FOR $1,765.09. MY RESEARCH REVEALS THAT THIS ISSUE/PART HAS BEEN A CONCERN SINCE 2003 (NISSAN/INFINITI) - I HAVE A 2011. BASICALLY THE GAS GAUGE NO LONGER WORKS THEREFORE THE DRIVER DOESN'T KNOW WHEN GAS IS NEEDED. THIS MORNING 1/31/2020 I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK AND GOT 6 DOORS AWAY FROM MY HOME AND MY CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET - OUT OF GAS AND I HAD TO CALL AAA TO BRING ME GAS SO I COULD GET TO THE GAS STATION. I AM GRATEFUL THAT MY CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF MY BLOCK AS OPPOSE TO STOPPING ON THE MOST DANGEROUS STRETCH OF HIGHWAY IN PHILADELPHIA "THE ROOSEVELT EXPRESSWAY/BLVD" - MAKING THIS MALFUNCTION A SAFETY CONCERN FOR THE OWNER AND FELLOW DRIVERS ON THE HIGHWAY. NISSAN/INFINITI HAS THIS PROBLEM SINCE 2003 AND I HAVE A 2011 WITH ONLY 75000 MILES ON IT. I WAS A LOYAL CUSTOMER TO MY INFINITI DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY WERE WILL TO DO TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM.
Mileage: 75,000
20181109FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL GAUGE DOE,S NOT WORK
Mileage: 51,000
20150728ENGINE
WHILE GOING UP AND DOWN A WINDING THE ROAD THE CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. TRIED TO APPLY THE BREAK TO KNOW AVAIL. AFTER ABOUT 2-3 MINUTES THE CAR RETURNED TO NORMAL.
Mileage: 62,000
20140807CrashSTEERING
THE LEFT STEERING KNUCKLE ABRUTLY BROKE WHILE IN THE DRIVING ON THE HIGH WAY WHICH LED THE CAR OUT OF CONTROL AND BEGAN TO SPIN AROUND AND FINALLY HIT THE ROAD RAIL.IT CLOSELY LED TO A DISASTROUS CRASH WITH OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD . *TR
Mileage: 80,000
20140807CrashSUSPENSION
THE LEFT STEERING KNUCKLE ABRUTLY BROKE WHILE IN THE DRIVING ON THE HIGH WAY WHICH LED THE CAR OUT OF CONTROL AND BEGAN TO SPIN AROUND AND FINALLY HIT THE ROAD RAIL.IT CLOSELY LED TO A DISASTROUS CRASH WITH OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD . *TR
Mileage: 80,000
Compare 2011INFINITIFX35 to Similar Vehicles
NHTSA Investigations
PE23023Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
RQ15001Recall QueryClosed
Occupant Classification System Failure
PE15001Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Improper Frontal Air Bag Deployment
PE14034Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Steering column separation
PE12022Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Collision Mitigation System Malfunction
Frequently Asked Questions
How many complaints does the 2011 INFINITI FX35 have?▼
The 2011 INFINITI FX35 has 15 NHTSA complaints, 2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2011 INFINITI FX35?▼
The 2011 INFINITI FX35 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5, front crash rating of Not Rated/5, side crash rating of Not Rated/5, and rollover rating of Not Rated/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 INFINITI FX35?▼
The most-complained component for the 2011 INFINITI FX35 is FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM with 4 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include UNKNOWN OR OTHER and ENGINE.
Is the 2011 INFINITI FX35 safe to buy?▼
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. The 2011 INFINITI FX35 has an NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?▼
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.
Vehicle Safety Guides
Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.