2012 Infiniti FX35 reliability
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Infiniti FX35 over 15 years — 0 per year. It is the only FX35 year on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (4 of 14), then Air bags (3) and Electrical system (3). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 2 that report an injury.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2012 Infiniti FX35. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (14 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"This engine uses a metal timing chain inside the engine. Infinit chose to use plastic guides and tensors to keep the chain in place and not wear stretch. This choice of PLASTIC results in the eventual failure of the…"
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"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated that on several occasions, while the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was not diagnosed…"
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"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti FX35. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle failed to shift gears properly. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was…"
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"THE DASHBOARDS OF THE INFINITI FX35 BECOMES LIKE A STICKY GUMMY LIKE SUBSTANCE. THE DASHBOARDS ALSO CRACK AND CHIP WITHOUT CAUSE AND REASON AND WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING TO IT. THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHIN ONLY A COUPLE OF…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2012 Infiniti FX35 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2012 Infiniti FX35 SUV RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| FX35 all-wheel drive | 3.5L, 6-cyl | Automatic (7-speed) | All-wheel drive | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG | $4450 |
| FX35 rear-wheel drive | 3.5L, 6-cyl | Automatic (7-speed) | Rear-wheel drive | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
Specs and fitment
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Infiniti FX35 reliable?
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Infiniti FX35 over 15 years — 0 per year. It is the only FX35 year on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2012 Infiniti FX35?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (4 of 14), then Air bags (3) and Electrical system (3). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 2 that report an injury.
Has the 2012 Infiniti FX35 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2012 Infiniti FX35.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Infiniti FX35?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 2012 Infiniti FX35 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2012 Infiniti FX35 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2012 Infiniti FX35 is 18.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a US Infiniti FX35 use?
5W-30 With filter, about 5.2 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Infiniti FX35?
Published US specs commonly list front 265/60R18, 265/50R20, 265/45R21 and rear 265/60R18, 265/50R20, 265/45R21; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
Where should I confirm Infiniti FX35 maintenance specs?
Use the US owner manual and under-hood labels for oil grade, capacities, and tire pressures; this page summarizes common US fitments but does not replace the manual.