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2012 Infiniti EX35

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2012 Infiniti EX35 has 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 8. The most common issue is engine problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2012 infiniti ex35. the contact stated that when the gear was in drive or reverse, the vehicle stalled as the push button starter switch was engaged. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the vehicle operating as designed. the manufacturer was not noti.

2 crash reports

8

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 6)

ENGINE

2 complaints
25%
  • • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE PUSH BUTTON STARTER SWITCH WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI
  • • CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR 2 YEARS. I'VE REPAIRED JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING POSSIBLE THAT COMES UP ON THE CODE READER AND NOTHING KEEPS THE ENGINE LIGHT OFF. I'VE GONE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS AND THEY CANNOT EVERY GUARANTEE THEIR WORK WILL FIX THE PROBLEM. ANOTHER MECHANIC HAS REPAIRED AIR FLO
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE PUSH BUTTON STARTER SWITCH WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2012 Infiniti EX35

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,401
Per month
$200
Per mile
20.0¢
MPG
20
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$2,824/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$2,001/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2012 Infiniti EX35

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,463
Full coverage / month
$122
Liability only / year
$607
vs US avg
-13%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (wagon)0.95x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.92x
= Full coverage estimate$1463

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Infiniti New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 60K mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
7 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

These are the terms for a new Infiniti. If you're buying a used 2012 EX35, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Infiniti dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
AIR BAGS(~50K mi)
$500
BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 8 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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    ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE PUSH BUTTON STARTER SWITCH WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    AIR BAGS: PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT TO DEALER WHO ADVISED SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. REPLACED AT $593.14 BEFORE TAX ON 3-22-18. ON 4-27-18, LIGHT CAME BACK ON AND RETURNED TO DEALER WHO ADVISED ENTIRE BOTTOM OF PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ADDITIONAL COST BEFORE TAX WAS $2,201.21. AD

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    BRAKES: 2012 INFINITI EX35 JOURNEY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BRAKE FAILURE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY ON A MODERATE SLOPE COVERED WITH LIGHT SNOW. THE CONSUMER WENT BACK OUTSIDE STOOD BY THE VEHICLE, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT POPPED OUT OF PARK AND STARTED

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    OTHER: 2012 INFINITI EX35 JOURNEY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BRAKE FAILURE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY ON A MODERATE SLOPE COVERED WITH LIGHT SNOW. THE CONSUMER WENT BACK OUTSIDE STOOD BY THE VEHICLE, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT POPPED OUT OF PARK AND STARTED

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Infiniti EX35 — Year Comparison

How does 2012 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2012
8Average
2011
8Average
2010
19Below Average
Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
2
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
8

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