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2010 Infiniti M35

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2010 Infiniti M35 has 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 24. The most common issue is steering problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: i have a 2006 infiniti m35x that pulls to the right/left all the time i have changed my tires twice but that did not solve the problem. i have found out from other owners that it is the steering that is causing this problem rack and pinoin. *tr. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year.

1 crash report

24

Total Complaints

6

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

6 complaints
25%
  • • I HAVE A 2006 INFINITI M35X THAT PULLS TO THE RIGHT/LEFT ALL THE TIME I HAVE CHANGED MY TIRES TWICE BUT THAT DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. I HAVE FOUND OUT FROM OTHER OWNERS THAT IT IS THE STEERING THAT IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM RACK AND PINOIN. *TR
  • • I FREQUENTLY INCUR TRAMLINING WHEN DRIVING MY M35 INFINITY. ALMOST ANY ASPHALT SURFACE THAT HAS A PAVING OVERLAP WILL CAUSE IT, AND IN SOME INSTANCES, IT FEELS AS THOUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WILL BE RIPPED FROM MY HANDS. IN FACT, THIS EVENT OCCURRED YESTERDAY, JUL 15 ON THE EAST ACCESS ROAD IN TUBAC
  • • VEHICLE STEERING SEEMS TO HAVE ITS OWN MIND AT ALMOST ALL SPEEDS AND TENDS TO LUNGE FROM ONE SIDE TO ANOTHER REQUIRING CONTINUOUS CORRECTION. THE WHEELS SEEM TO FOLLOW MOST EVERY DEFORMITY / IRREGULARITY OF THE ROAD. ONE INSTANCE THE VEHICLE MOVED OVER FROM ONE LANE TO THE MIDDLE OF ADJOINING LANE A
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I HAVE A 2006 INFINITI M35X THAT PULLS TO THE RIGHT/LEFT ALL THE TIME I HAVE CHANGED MY TIRES TWICE BUT THAT DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. I HAVE FOUND OUT FROM OTHER OWNERS THAT IT IS THE STEERING THAT IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM RACK AND PINOIN. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2010 Infiniti M35

Based on 20 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 42K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage
0-30K
7
30-60K
5
60-100K
7
100-150K
1
150-200K
0
200K+
0

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 42K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
2
30-60K
2
60-100K
1
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (6)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE09/01/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2010 Infiniti M35

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,527
Per month
$211
Per mile
21.1¢
MPG
19
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$2,824/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,920/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 2010 Infiniti M35

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
$1,821
Full coverage / month
$152
Liability only / year
$710
vs US avg
+9%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age0.85x
= Full coverage estimate$1821

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 2010 M35, 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

STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)
$500
AIR BAGS(~50K mi)
$500
ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 24 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ☐
    STEERING: I HAVE A 2006 INFINITI M35X THAT PULLS TO THE RIGHT/LEFT ALL THE TIME I HAVE CHANGED MY TIRES TWICE BUT THAT DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. I HAVE FOUND OUT FROM OTHER OWNERS THAT IT IS THE STEERING THAT IS CAUSING THIS PROBLEM RACK AND PINOIN. *TR

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

  • ☐
    ENGINE: I WAS DRIVING ON I-5 NORTH CA GOING BETWEEN LATHROP AND STOCKTON WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT IS 70 MPH WHEN MY VEHICLE'S ENGINE SEEMED TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. I BARELY HAD ENOUGH POWER TO GET OFF THE FWY RAMP WHERE IT WAS SAFE TO PARK. I THEN HAD THE CAR TOWED TO AN INFINITI DEALER AND HAD THEM CHECK THE

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

  • ☐
    SPEED CONTROL: DRIVING WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, 70MPH ZONE, SLIGHT DOWNHILL SPEED OF 72MPH. NEW REAR TIRES, VERY GOOD CONDITION FRONT TIRES, 1 DAY OLD 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT, CONCRETE HIGHWAY SURFACE IN SUNNY DRY CONDITIONS, APPROXIMATE OUTSIDE TEMP 65. VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL JERKED TO THE RIGHT WITH STEERING WHEE

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

  • ☐
    AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI M35. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V349000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MA

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

  • ☐
    RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Infiniti dealer
  • ☐
    General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Infiniti M35 — Year Comparison

How does 2010 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2010
24Below Average
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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
24
Recalls
6
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
1
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
24

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