WE PICKED UP OUR BRAND NEW INFINITI G37 SEDAN OUT OF TOWN (52 MILES ON IT) AND THE NEXT DAY, DROVE IT HOME 300 HIGHWAY MILES. OBVIOUSLY, WE WERE EXTREMELY FORTUNATE THE PROBLEM DIDN'T BEGIN ON THE TRIP. BY THE SECOND DAY, THE CAR STARTED DYING WHEN WE CAME TO A STOP. AT FIRST, THE PROBLEM DIDN'T HAPPEN EVERY TIME WE SLOWED DOWN, AND WE DISCOVERED PUTTING THE CAR IN NEUTRAL PROVED HELPFUL. WE H…
2009 INFINITI G37 powertrain problems
severe 17 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
17
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I was driving at about 65 mph on the tail end of a roughly 2 hour trip. The car shut off on me completely. Fortunately there weren't many cars on the road, so I was able to force the steering wheel - since power steering went out as well, I needed to turn the wheel forcefully - to the shoulder. The brakes worked ok, but not well, again because the engine shut off, so I was forcing the brakes and t…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2009 INFINITI G37?
It's a meaningful issue. 17 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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