2002 Infiniti I35 Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 17%of 70 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 125,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the air bags of the 2002 Infiniti I35, 17% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 125,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I received recall notice to have an authorized dealer repair the air bag system. As I have no Infiniti dealer in my vicinity, I am requesting reimbursement for time and fuel to take my car to the nearest Infiniti dealer, perhaps bakersfield, ca. My local nissan said they cannot perform this repair! Please advise.”
NHTSA complaint #10714029, filed 2015-05, 125,000 miles“I drive a 2002 Infiniti I35 I was involved in a classic t-bone collision the front end of my vehicle totally destroyed and both vehicles were totaled. The passenger airbag deployed in my vehicle but the driver airbag did not deploy. I was wearing my safety belt. When I reported the incident to nissan/Infiniti their response was to send the 2009 airbag safety manual and stated that their were no differences between the 2002/2009 model vehicles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10291835, filed 2009-11, 74,500 miles“I was traveling approx. 70 MPH on the interstate and the vehicle jerked , lost power and re-accelerated without losing power. The tcs off/slip and service engine soon lights all came on simultaneously. I stopped by the store and had difficulty starting the car. I immediately drove to advance auto parts to have it diagnosed because it was right across the street. It was diagnosed as a cam shaft position sensor . Our mechanic recommended we contact Infiniti because there was a recall for this same issue (03v455000). …”
NHTSA complaint #10538354, filed 2013-09, 156,000 miles“I was in a car accident on 10/8/09 and was hit in the front of my car at approx. 55mi per hour. My passenger air bag deployed, but my driver side did not. I did not have a passenger in the car. I called Infiniti consumer affairs, and they told me, if the airbag feels the driver is rigid enough and that the seat belt will hold them back, it will not deploy. Why would an airbag and a seatbelt work properly when no one was in the seat, yet the driver one did not?”
NHTSA complaint #10288673, filed 2009-10, 119,000 miles“I own a 2002 Infiniti I35. While I was driving at approximately 35 miles per hour, making a left turn, I was hit on the rear driver's side (t-boned). Non of my air bags deployed and I was severely injured. I sustained injuries to my neck, both shoulders and my back. The driver of the other vehicle illegally ran a stop sign. My vehicle was taken to my residence and was not repaired. As a direct and proximate result of the accident I have been permanently disabled and constantly dealing with the pain. I'm sure I would be in much better shape if the airbag would have deployed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10703745, filed 2015-04, 160,000 milesRelated recalls
- 20V008000Jan 9, 2020Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback…Covers: Infiniti I35 2001–2004, FX35 2003–2008, FX45 2003–2008 +8 more
- 15V287000May 15, 2015Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4…Covers: Infiniti I35 2002–2003, Nissan Sentra 2002–2006, Maxima 2001–2003 +5 more
Related service bulletins
- 10183902Nov 30, 2020The information below has been updated to include the INFINITI specific mail volume.
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- 10183900Nov 30, 2020INFINITI Owner Letter
- 10152986Jan 29, 2019Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q4 INFINITI is continuing to ask its retailers to urgently help increase customer participation in the Takata recalls to help it achieve…
- 10152500Nov 30, 2018Retailer Engagement for Takata Awareness INFINITI is committed to the safety and security of its clients and their passengers. As you are likely aware, INFINITI has initiated…
- 10149803Oct 2, 2018Infiniti USA Electronic Field Communication Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q3 INFINITI is continuing to ask its retailers to urgently help increase customer…
- 10192514Jan 16, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags…
- 10192314Jan 27, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM)…
- 10032305Jan 27, 2014Infiniti: srs precautions during service. Included in the restraints section of the electronic service manual (esm) for each vehicle is information necessary to service the…
Air bags: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 Infiniti I35
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Infiniti I35
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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