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2005 Infiniti G35 Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
21about this part
Share
10%of 215 total for the year
Median mileage
51,000miles
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2005 Infiniti G35, 10% of the 215 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,000 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I did a oil change on my car this day. I also did the one prior to it. I put 5 quarts in, but only drained about 2-2 1/2 qts. The dealership said that it is a known issue and that they need to do my next oil change and start the oil consumption tests. They said that if it is a problem, they will take the appropriate steps and possibly have the engine replaced.”

NHTSA complaint #10268694, filed 2009-05, 41,000 miles

“I own a 2005 Infiniti G35 manual trans. It suffers from the common oil consumption issue. It was taken to the only local dealership in puerto rico and was denied warranty replacement because there are aftermarket parts on the engine. I believe this is illegal since they can't prove those modifications caused the condition since it's well knows these cars suffer from this. I have contacted them several times but they insist on their decision. …”

NHTSA complaint #10404387, filed 2011-06, 51,000 miles

“My 2005 Infiniti G35 coupe has been experiencing high amounts of engine oil consumption. Finally, I asked the dealer to perform an engine oil consumption test. Through the course of 3 dealership documented engine oil consumption tests, my car has consumed 4 quarts of engine oil in some 2,739 miles. The Infiniti dealer has advised me that this rate of engine oil consumption is acceptable by Infiniti standards. …”

NHTSA complaint #10204442, filed 2007-09, 15,000 miles

“My vehicle stalled while driving creating a very hazardous situation. Engine restarted with hesitation and vdc, slip, and service engine light came on and remained on. I was told by dealer that it was due to a faulty camshaft position sensor and parts and labor for a new one would cost an estimated $500. There is currently a recall on 2003 models for the same problem, recall #03v455000. As I have seen other complaints for this issue on other models, it should be investigated and an updated recall for other model years needs to be enforced. This is a potentially dangerous malfunction. …”

NHTSA complaint #10542915, filed 2013-09, 149,000 miles

“My first issue:engine oil consumption I am an owner of a 2005 Infiniti G35 5at. I bought it certified pre-owned at 62,000 miles 2 years ago. From last year (when the vehicle was at 78000) miles I started to have severe oil consumption problems. One day I took it to get an oil change and the mechanic noticed I only had one quart of oil left. By the next 1000 miles (after the oil change) the oil light kept coming on every time I braked. I pulled over and checked my oil and it was extremely low to the point I was scared of driving it further so I got it towed to the Infiniti dealer. …”

NHTSA complaint #10457639, filed 2012-05, 78,000 miles

Related service bulletins

Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200844%
200798%
20062114%
20052110%
2004219%
20036713%

Other parts of the 2005 Infiniti G35

Air bags
46 complaints
Engine
38 complaints
Exterior lighting
30 complaints
Electrical system
24 complaints
Fuel system
20 complaints
Brakes
18 complaints
Seats
14 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
14 complaints
Other or unknown
13 complaints
Suspension
13 complaints
Vehicle speed control
12 complaints
Body and structure
10 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2005 Infiniti G35

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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