Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2005 Infiniti Fx35
The 2005 Infiniti FX35 shows common issues with the airbags and electrical system, raising some safety concerns for used car buyers. While generally reliable, checking for these known problems before purchasing is wise.
Known issues to inspect
Airbags malfunction
How to check: Ensure airbags deploy warning light is off
Electrical system failures
How to check: Inspect all electronics and switches for function
Door latches faulty
How to check: Check if doors lock and unlock smoothly
Brake issues reported
How to check: Verify brakes respond without excessive noise
Seats adjustment issues
How to check: Test power seat adjustments for operation
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Engine starts smoothly without dashboard warnings
Red flag: Warning lights on dashboard
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for irregular idle noises
Red flag: Knocking or ticking sounds
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth gear shifts
Red flag: Hard shifts or hesitation
- 04
Low-speed cornering
What to check: Steering feels responsive and steady
Red flag: Jerking or unsteady steering
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Car accelerates without vibrations
Red flag: Strong vibrations at speed
- 06
Braking
What to check: Car stops without pulling aside
Red flag: Car pulls or makes harsh noises
- 07
Parking
What to check: Gear shifts to reverse smoothly
Red flag: Delay in engaging reverse
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag issue been addressed?
- Any recent electrical repairs completed?
- Have any door latches been replaced?
- When were brakes last serviced?
- Are there any issues with seat adjustments?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle recall history
- Service and maintenance records
- Accident history report
- Airbag repair receipts
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2005 Infiniti Fx35.