Airbag light shows and blinks. Dealer says must replace control under seat. New cost is $6300 for part. Airbag system will not activate unless new control system is installed.dash light blinks whenever vehicle is on.
2010 INFINITI G37 airbags problems
severe 32 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
32
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
2crashes
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 32 airbags complaints filed for the 2010 INFINITI G37, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 42% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 6 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 32 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2010 G37 has a well-documented occupant sensor failure that disables the passenger airbag and costs $2,000–$9,700 to fix by replacing the entire seat. Infiniti has not recalled this model despite similar sensors being recalled on other brands, and airbags have failed to deploy in actual accidents.
The 2010 Infiniti G37 shows a pattern of passenger seat occupancy sensor failures that start as a blinking or illuminated airbag warning light on the dashboard. Owners report the sensor fails across a wide mileage range, from 30,000 miles to well over 100,000 miles. When the sensor malfunctions, the vehicle disables the passenger airbag—some vehicles incorrectly disable it even when an adult is seated, while others fail to recognize occupancy at all.
The failure is diagnostic code B1018-00 (occupant sensor malfunction). Infiniti dealers quote anywhere from $2,000 to $9,700 to fix it, but there's a catch: owners can't replace just the faulty sensor. The entire passenger seat assembly must be replaced, and dealers say replacement parts are hard to come by. One owner was told they had no replacement seats or internal components in stock.
What grinds owners' gears is that other Infiniti and Nissan models with the same sensor have been recalled—some explicitly mention NHTSA Recall 16V-349 for the M35. Yet Infiniti refuses to extend a recall to the 2010 G37, claiming the issue doesn't qualify. Consumer Affairs has stated no recalls apply and declined financial assistance. Additionally, there are unconfirmed reports of airbags failing to deploy in actual collisions, including a rear-end crash and an incident involving unintended acceleration.
Same INFINITI G37 airbags reports on nearby years: 2008 · 2009 · 2011 · 2012 · 2013
Failure modes owners describe
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) Malfunction
The front passenger seat occupancy sensor fails, causing the airbag warning light to illuminate or blink. The passenger airbag is disabled when the sensor detects a fault. This occurs across multiple G37 model years and mileage ranges. Owners report the system sometimes incorrectly disables the airbag even when an adult occupies the seat, and in other cases fails to recognize occupancy at all. The root cause is a defect in the passenger seat sensor assembly itself.
When: 30,000–100,000+ miles; some failures reported as early as 35,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light blinking or illuminated on dash; Passenger airbag disabled indicator appears when seat occupied; Airbag light remains on or flashes continuously during operation; Warning light appears after startup and persists; Sensor fault code B1018 (occupant sensor malfunction)
Codes mentioned: B1018-00
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers quote $2,000–$9,700 to replace the entire passenger seat assembly (including the sensor unit). Owners report that only the sensor or relay is actually faulty, but Infiniti requires full seat replacement. Parts availability is limited; dealers indicate replacement components are not readily available. One owner reported a $4,930.53 estimate; another paid for replacement under extended warranty.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Infiniti Consumer Affairs has stated no recalls apply to the 2010 G37, despite similar sensors being recalled on other Infiniti/Nissan models (e.g., NHTSA Recall 16V-349 for the M35). Dealers confirm diagnostics are not covered and repairs are out-of-warranty. One owner noted Infiniti declined financial assistance.
Dashboard Crack with Airbag Warning Light
Airbag warning light illuminates in vehicles that develop cracks in the dashboard. In at least one case, the dealer stated they could repair the dashboard damage but not diagnose or repair the airbag system. The relationship between the dashboard crack and sensor malfunction is unclear from owner reports.
When: Approximately 80,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminates; Visible crack in dashboard
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer declined to repair the airbag system, citing inability to address the root cause.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer referred the owner to NHTSA to file a complaint rather than addressing the issue.
Airbag Non-Deployment in Accident
In at least two incidents, airbags failed to deploy during collisions. One owner reported a 2008 G35 was hit from behind at 40–50 mph while stopped, and the airbags did not deploy. Another owner reported a rear-end collision at approximately 30–35 mph that pushed the vehicle into a car ahead, resulting in a four-vehicle accident; the airbag did not deploy, seatbelt did not lock, and the owner sustained a moderate-to-severe concussion, whiplash, and persistent headaches. A third incident involved a vehicle that independently accelerated, crashed into the rear of another vehicle, and the airbags failed to deploy at 45,000 miles.
When: During accidents; one case at 45,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags do not deploy on impact; Seatbelt does not lock during collision; Multiple occupant injuries reported (concussion, whiplash, persistent headaches)
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicles were not diagnosed or repaired; some were totaled.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: In one case, the manufacturer sent a specialist to inspect the vehicle but did not repair it.
Seatbelt Warning Light Malfunction
Seatbelt warning lights for both driver and front passenger blink or remain illuminated due to malfunction of the passenger airbag module. This occurred without any apparent cause during normal vehicle operation. One owner reported seatbelt retractors also required replacement due to slack.
When: No specific mileage stated
Symptoms owners cite: Seatbelt warning lights blink or remain illuminated for both driver and passenger; Seatbelt retractors have slack, allowing seatbelts to get caught in doors
Repairs/costs cited: Passenger airbag module and seatbelt retractors were replaced free of charge under extended warranty at a dealership.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Repair covered under extended warranty; no resistance from manufacturer in this case.
Synthesized from 32 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 10 most recent
Airbag light shows and blinks after starting the vehicle and while driving. Dealerships want over $6000 for part. Airbag system will not activate unless new control system is installed. Dash light blinks whenever vehicle is on. Have rest multiple times, but the blinking comings back.
Red passenger airbag light began blinking. In august 2015, it was taken to dealer for diagnosis. Passenger side front occupant sensor not working & was reset. It came on once a passenger sat in the seat again. Cost to repair this was stated at $4930.53. It is a safety issue they should be responsible for! A year later, it is still flashing. I cannot find a recall still. I tried to upload a second…
The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the airbag warning light illuminated. The contact later noticed that there was a crack in the dashboard. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they could repair the dashboard but not the airbags. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
At approximately 58000 miles, the airbag warning light illuminated. After taking it to a dealer, it was determined that a $7000+ repair is needed. Internet searches shows this is a design flaw that Infiniti is aware of. In fact, they have recalled similar vehicles with the same design but not my particular vehicle. Either the design is incorrect or it's not. This is a flaw that should be…
Airbag light flashing. Infiniti dealership advised sensor not working. Quoted $9,700 to repair. Called Infiniti consumer affairs, I tried to talk about the safety issues. They just continued to say "not under warranty and no financial assistance available from Infiniti ". Infiniti could care less about safety. I also had the same model a year ago except 2011. My 16 year old was involved in an…
Passenger airbag light continues to flash and shows disabled
Occupant classification system malfunction. I have a 2010 Infiniti g37 with 89000 miles, never had any accident before. Recently the air bag light started flashing for no apparent reason. I took it to the Infiniti dealer and was told it was the passenger air bag sensor in the front passenger seat that was bad, and would cost several thousands dollar to fix. After doing research it suggests this…
The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Passenger seat airbag sensor has failed, so the airbag will not deploy. Dash warning light remains illuminated while in operation. Spoke to Infiniti and was told to take to a dealer for diagnostics and they confirmed no recall currently. Spoke to the local Infiniti dealer who states they must diagnose the problem and charge for the service. Seat sensor has failed and repair includes the…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2010 INFINITI G37?
It's a meaningful issue. 32 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 23 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 40,000 and 84,000 miles, with the median around 58,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 40,000; a quarter make it past 84,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/INFINITI/G37.
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