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2003 Infiniti I35

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2003 Infiniti I35.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2003 Infiniti I35

Recall·20V008000

Air bags: inflator module

Nissan North America, Inc.

Recall·15V226000

Air bags

Nissan North America, Inc.

Recall·15V287000

Air bags

Nissan North America, Inc.

2 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 95 owners reported

Engine and engine cooling27
Engine23
Electrical system11
Air bags8

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2003 Infiniti I35 at a glance

Engine
3.5L 6-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2003 Infiniti I35?

Owners have filed 95 complaints about the 2003 Infiniti I35 with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There are 5 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2003 Infiniti I35 reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 5 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2003 Infiniti I35?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2003 Infiniti I35 listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.