Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Infiniti FX35
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2011 Infiniti FX35, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 11 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 3 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
Of the 11 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$9,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Infiniti FX35 shows an average reliability profile with some fuel system complaints and minor electrical issues. The recall history is not substantial, indicating no major systemic problems, though owners have reported scattered issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| fuel system | 70,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| electrical system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $200–$600 | occasional |
| engine | 100,000–150,000 miles | $1,000–$3,000 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections and service
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant system service
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Spark plug replacement
- Battery check and replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Frequent fuel odor
- Dashboard warning lights
- Rough engine idle
- Unstable steering or vibration
- Delayed engine start
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Infiniti FX35 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.