Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2002 Infiniti Fx35
The 2002 Infiniti FX35 has minimal owner complaints and no open recalls, making it a stable choice for a used vehicle. However, it's important to check for minor issues related to exterior lighting and safety systems before purchase.
Known issues to inspect
Lighting failures reported
How to check: Verify all exterior lights function properly.
Airbag system issues
How to check: Check airbag warning light is off.
Fuel system complaints
How to check: Inspect fuel system for leaks or odor.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Persistent knocking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for any warning lights.
Red flag: Airbag light remains on
- 03
Low-speed maneuvering
What to check: Test brakes for quick response.
Red flag: Grinding or spongy brakes
- 04
City driving
What to check: Ensure dashboard lights stay off.
Red flag: Flickering or dim lighting
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Assess engine smoothness under load.
Red flag: Hesitation or stuttering
- 06
Stopping
What to check: Notice any unsettling vibrations.
Red flag: Steering wheel shakes when stopping
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have the airbags ever deployed?
- Any recent issues with the exterior lights?
- Is the fuel system working properly?
- Have there been any past accidents?
- How often has it been serviced?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle maintenance records
- Accident history report
- Title and registration
- Airbag service records
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2002 Infiniti Fx35.