Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Infiniti G35
The 2007 Infiniti G35 has notable issues with its airbag, electrical system, and powertrain. Owners frequently report problems with these components, so thorough inspection is essential when considering this vehicle as a used purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Infiniti G35 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 114 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #10V175000 NONDEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V521000 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V394000 FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 30 complaints
- Electrical System 20 complaints
- Power Train 14 complaints
- Engine 10 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 9 complaints
- Structure 9 complaints
Of the 114 complaints on file, 8 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 114 complaints, owners report 6 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag malfunction reports
How to check: Ensure airbag light is off after startup.
Frequent electrical system failures
How to check: Test all electrical functions inside and out.
Powertrain issues noted
How to check: Inspect for transmission fluid leaks or shifts.
Engine complaint occurrences
How to check: Listen for unusual noises during idle and rev.
Brake complaints registered
How to check: Examine brake responsiveness and noise.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Airbag warning lights turn off quickly.
Red flag: Airbag light stays on
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Engine idle is smooth and consistent.
Red flag: Rough idle or stalling
- 03
Turning
What to check: Check for odd noises while turning.
Red flag: Clunking or whining
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Vehicle accelerates smoothly without hesitation.
Red flag: Lags or jerks upon acceleration
- 05
Braking
What to check: Brakes engage smoothly without noise.
Red flag: Squealing or grinding sounds
- 06
Electrical functions
What to check: All interior and exterior lights work.
Red flag: Flickering or non-working lights
- 07
Parking
What to check: Transmission shifts properly into park.
Red flag: Transmission struggles to shift
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have the airbags ever been replaced?
- Any issues with the electrical system?
- Has the transmission been serviced recently?
- Have there been problems with the brakes?
- Any engine work done recently?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle service history
- Airbag replacement records
- Electrical system repair receipts
- Transmission service documentation
- Brake maintenance records
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Infiniti G35 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
Next step
Looking at a specific 2007 Infiniti G35? Check the actual car
This checklist covers the model. From your free try.vin dashboard you can go further — paste the seller's listing for a deal score, or drop their photos for an AI condition report.