general problems of the 2005 Infiniti FX35

15 problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2005 Infiniti FX35. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2020

Dashboard / panel is melting and bubbling.

2 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2019

Rear passenger door lock actuator problem. We had been having issues with the door not being able to open. There were times that we had our 7 months old daughter on that side and we couldn't open the door. We can hear it clicks but not opening. This is a safety hazard especially if all doors can't be open because of the faulty actuators!.

3 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 07/17/2017

Please see the attached file.

4 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 12/18/2015

Takata recall my dashboard has bubbled and it is very hot when you touch it. I called them (infinity ) they told me they can not do any thing for me . I need your help I want my car to get fixed.

5 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 07/22/2015

I currently own an 2005 Infiniti Fx35. On July 22, 2015 I was leaving the red light my vehicle was hesitate about pulling off. I almost got reared ended. I saw that my a/t (auto transmission) light was on. I found the nearest part stores. They said it was the valve body in the transmission. They next day I took it to the transmission shop. The cost was estimated at $3500. My car only has about 131000. I maintain service on my vehicle. I have done research online and there are numerous of Infiniti owners that's having the same problem. The forum is overflowing with this same problem. I know my car is 10 years old but this seems to a recurring problem for the Fx35 no matter the year. Infiniti cars are expensive to be made so cheaply. A person could be very easily rear ended due to the car starting off in high gear. This issue need to be bought to someone attention. I think the problem is being overlooked. What more can an owner do the timeline is flooded with complaints. Auto transmission should definitely be added to the recall list. They need to be held responsible. Feeling rip off.

6 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2014

My dashboard started to bubble 2 summers ago and I immediately contacted infinity. They told me that the company sent me a notice that this was an issue in specific models and would replace the dashboard. I did not receive any notice and when I called in 2014 the time allowed had expired. Infinity would not replace my dashboard. Now the dashboard is completely covered with bumps from faulty materials (glue, leather, etc. ). The value of my vehicle is at least $1000-1500 less due to this flaw. I would like to file a complaint against infinity for using inferior materials and not standing by their product.

7 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2014

The dashboard has bubbled and is very hot to the touch. I have been trying for years to get this replaced. I want to start a class action suit. I see many cars with the same issue.

8 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2012

The underneath of the car is completely rusted. Specifically the exhaust system and all of the underneath cover. There was a recall on or about 2009, it was supposedly replaced but the underneath is complete rotted. Pieces have become loose and fallen off.

9 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2012

The dashboard of my 2005 Fx35 SUV melted from the radiation internally. Was there a recall that I had missed?.

10 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2012

How many letters and complaints across north America must there be before a recall on defective door lock accuators becomes a reality? at first the locks only failed on very warm / hot days and mostly just the front passenger side and the problem spread to the drivers door the one of the back doors and to the other back door. Infiniti !!! listen up !!! you made a bad door lock accuator design and it is way past time to admit it and start replacing tens and tens of thousands of nice folks door locks. Just google it for a few and will find out what we are talking about. I am glad I don't have kids in the back seat. I cannot open the car door for my date. I have to hold the remote button until the windows roll down so I can reach inside and unlock my doors. I have to lock them all by hand then set the alarm. I have owned six infinit's. I will not own a 7th if you don't fix my locks on your dime.

11 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2009

The dashboard has extensive bubbling. The bubbling started about 4 years after purchasing, was told by dealership that nothing could be done about problem because car was out of warranty. Then several years later when we took the car to the dealership they mentioned that an extended warranty had been issued. Dilemma the car was now outside this period as well and we never received notice of extended warranty. Tried to work with Nissan/Infiniti to no avail. Noticed in paper an article dated 5/24/2014 that jury orders Nissan to pay damages for faulty dashboard on Infiniti's 2003-2008 model Fx35. Called Nissan/Infiniti about the dashboard again. Still nothing. Please note that the dashboard bubbling problem is due to inferior glue. Please note as incident date is required I picked a date not necessarily the first date we noticed the problem.

12 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2009

Door locks do not open or close by using the remote controls.

13 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2008

Dashboard bubbling and melting, glare from sun dangerous.

14 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2008

Ok this complaint is about the melting dashboard on mi vehicle is not only dangerous to drive when the sun is in front of you because of the glare but cosmetically looks disgusting, every time someone gets in my car asks me if my car has some kind of deceased or they even mention chickenpox as a joke. I contacted Infiniti about the issue end they told me that I just missed the recall and they couldn't do anything about it. Well the problem is still there and is a factory defect that not only me but thousands has the same problem. I ask you for your help to see if this problem could be resolved. I heard that Mazda has recall all their defective dashboard and I think that every other company such as luxury Infiniti should stand behind their product. I am a family man with two kids 12 and 7 and I would hate to think that something can happened while driving with this dashboard that maximizes the glare due to its condition. I took a few pictures to show you the glare and the defect. Also this happened in new york where I reside and every summer it gets worst and worst.

15 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 07/08/2007

Does Infiniti can do something about the bubbling dash? ibought the car on September 2016.


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