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2005 INFINITI FX35

9 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #05V555000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The fuel filler hose in your vehicle is a hose that connects your gas tank to the fuel cap. It might crack and leak fuel while you're refueling.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose cracks and you're near an ignition source, like a lit cigarette or spark, fuel could leak and catch fire, causing serious injury or damage.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty fuel filler hose with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to prevent any potential issues.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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High Priority #20V008000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that deploys to cushion you in case of a crash. In some models, the air bag inflator – a small canister that makes the air bag inflate – might be prone to a problem that could lead to a fatal accident.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, sharp metal pieces could fly into the passenger area, causing severe injury or even death – it's a critical safety risk.
Free Fix
Your Nissan or Infiniti dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a safer one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible, especially given the serious nature of this recall.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.
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High Priority #17V028000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The airbag in the passenger seat is a safety device that deploys in a crash to protect you. The inflator is the part of the airbag that makes it inflate quickly. In certain models, this inflator can degrade over time and rupture in a crash, causing sharp metal shards to hit you.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures in a crash, metal fragments could fly towards you, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening risk that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new one, at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012 Nissan Versa hatchbacks originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A". Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" above, Nissan is recalling certain 2009-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45 and 2009 Nissan Versa sedans and hatchbacks originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B". Additionally, if not included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Nissan is recalling certain 2005-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2008 Nissan Versa vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began on June 8, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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High Priority #16V349000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your Infiniti or Nissan has an airbag system that includes a component called the passenger side frontal airbag inflator. It's a crucial part that helps control the airbag's deployment in case of a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If this inflator fails, it could rupture and shoot metal fragments into the passenger compartment, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that demands immediate attention.
Free Fix
Nissan will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new one, free of charge. Your dealer will handle this repair, and you shouldn't have to pay a thing. Make sure to schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2011 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2008 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2008 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35 vehicles originally sold, or registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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High Priority #15V287000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger air bag in your vehicle is designed to protect you in a crash. However, in older models of the Maxima, Pathfinder, Sentra, Infiniti QX4, I35, FX35, FX45, and I30, the air bag's inflator could burst open and shoot metal fragments into the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator ruptures in a crash, metal shards could hit you or a passenger, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a safe one, at no cost to you. It's essential to have this repair done as soon as possible to ensure your protection in a crash.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.
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High Priority #15V226000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger airbag in your vehicle is designed to inflate in a crash to protect you. In certain Infiniti models, a part inside the airbag could burst and shoot out metal fragments.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag deploys in a crash, the metal fragments could hit you or your passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Infiniti dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a safer one, at no cost to you. You'll get a notification, and they'll take care of the repair as soon as you schedule it.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2003-2005 FX35 and FX45, and 2006 M35 and M45 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa, as well as Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, are included. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-701.
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Moderate #06V328000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The headlight assemblies in your vehicle are crucial for illuminating the road and making your car visible to others. In certain models, these assemblies don't meet the required standards for brightness and visibility.
Risk if Unfixed
If your headlight assemblies are not functioning correctly, you're at a higher risk of being involved in an accident, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This could lead to injuries or fatalities.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the headlight assemblies with updated ones that meet the required standards, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
DURING A CANADIAN COMPLIANCE TEST, CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES DO NOT MEET THE HEADLAMP PHOTOMETRIC VALUES REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS STANDARD IS TO REDUCE TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS AND DEATHS AND INJURIES RESULTING FROM TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS, BY PROVIDING ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION OF THE ROADWAY, AND BY ENHANCING THE CONSPICUITY OF MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE PUBLIC ROADS SO THAT THEIR PRESENCE IS PERCEIVED AND THEIR SIGNALS UNDERSTOOD, BOTH IN DAYLIGHT AND IN DARKNESS OR OTHER CONDITIONS OF REDUCED VISIBILITY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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Moderate #06V244000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's rear combination lamp assembly is a critical light that helps other drivers see your vehicle from behind. In certain cases, this lamp didn't meet safety standards, which could affect its visibility in low-light conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rear light doesn't meet safety standards, it could be harder for other drivers to see your vehicle, especially at night or in heavy rain or fog. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Infiniti dealer will replace the rear combination lamp assembly with a compliant one, free of charge. You can contact Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
DURING A CANADIAN COMPLIANCE TEST, CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAILED TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' A REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLY DID NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS STANDARD IS TO REDUCE TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS AND DEATHS AND INJURIES RESULTING FROM TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS, BY PROVIDING ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION OF THE ROADWAY, AND BY ENHANCING THE CONSPICUITY OF MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE PUBLIC ROADS SO THAT THEIR PRESENCE IS PERCEIVED AND THEIR SIGNALS UNDERSTOOD, BOTH IN DAYLIGHT AND IN DARKNESS OR OTHER CONDITIONS OF REDUCED VISIBILITY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT AT 1-800-662-6200.
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Low Priority #05V338000 Plain English
Component

CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's lower rear seat anchorage brackets don't meet safety standards, making it difficult to secure some child seats.
Risk if Unfixed
If a child seat isn't properly secured, there's a higher risk of injury to the child in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
We'll replace the lower anchorage brackets with new, modified brackets at no cost to you, and the recall started on August 28, 2006. You should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE LOWER ANCHORAGE BRACKETS IN THE REAR SEATS DO NOT MEET THE LOCATION REQUIREMENT IN THIS STANDARD. THIS MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY IN ATTACHING SOME CHILD SEATS TO THESE BRACKETS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF A CHILD SEAT IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER ANCHORAGE BRACKETS WITH MODIFIED BRACKETS TO ENSURE THAT THE STANDARD IS MET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 28, 2006. THE INFINITI Q45 MODEL VEHICLES ARE BEING CAMPAIGNED UNDER A SEPARATE RECALL (PLEASE SEE 05V374000). OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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AIR BAGS
5 recalls
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
CHILD SEAT
1 recall

Other INFINITI FX35 Years

2009
1 recall
2008
4 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
7 recalls
2004
7 recalls
2003
10 recalls

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