Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Infiniti g37. The contact stated that the vehicle was rear ended while at a stop light, causing the contact to crash into another vehicle. The air bag failed to deploy. The contact sustained a concussion, and injuries to the lower back, left rotator cup, and left arm that required medical attention. The other driver was also injured and required medical attention. A…
2013 INFINITI G37 airbags problems
severe 34 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
34
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
4crashes
3injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 34 airbags complaints filed for the 2013 INFINITI G37, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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 54% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 4 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 34 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.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Infiniti g37x. The contact stated while driving 2 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a fence. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent body shop but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified…
Passenger air bag sensor is faulty, Infiniti suggested the only replacement is a new $8000 seat.
Tamara recall . Recieved a notice on the air bag for a recall
"airbag off" notification turns on when passenger is sitting in passenger seat. When a passenger is sitting in the passenger seat the airbag remains off. Searching the internet, it appears that many owners of Infiniti g37s experience this problem, yet when I contacted the dealer they advised there was no recall.
Passenger air bag sensor randomly will illuminate (reflecting system off) when adult is present in seat. Unable to locate recall but have heard this being an issue on forums with same model.
While driving with a full size adult in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag light was illuminated, which indicates that the passenger air bag is off. This has continued to occur at various speeds including while idling. The car has been returned to the Infiniti dealer four times. The Infiniti service writer, manager and technician saw the passenger air bag light on. An Infiniti engineer…
Had airbags trouble with your 2013 INFINITI G37?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2013 INFINITI G37?
It's a meaningful issue. 34 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 16 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 34,000 and 68,000 miles, with the median around 42,500. A quarter of owners report trouble before 34,000; a quarter make it past 68,000. 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/2013/INFINITI/G37.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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