Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2012 Infiniti FX35
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2012 Infiniti FX35, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 14 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 4 complaints
- Air Bags 3 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 1 complaint
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
Of the 14 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash; across all 14 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2012 Infiniti FX35 has an average reliability rating due to mixed complaint data, primarily focused on the engine and electrical system, with no significant recall issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 80,000–100,000 miles | $1,000–$2,500 | common |
| air bags | 70,000–90,000 miles | $300–$1,500 | occasional |
| electrical system | 60,000–80,000 miles | $400–$1,200 | occasional |
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 change every 5,000 miles
- Brake pads every 40,000 miles
- Transmission fluid every 60,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine knocking noises
- Airbag warning light
- Electrical malfunctions
- Fuel smell
- Wiper performance issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2012 Infiniti FX35 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.