At the shop, INFINITI airbag issues have a recognizable signature. 454 documented complaints across 35 year-model entries from 2005 to 2018 is consistent with what we see come in. 2009 INFINITI G37 tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 35 crash reports and 28 injuries on the record. Severity is real, not theoretical. Across the 188 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 63,309 miles. Average shop fix runs about $1,100 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Run the VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup before you buy. Takata-era inflators are still being recalled. The dealer fixes them free.
ProblemsByVin INFINITI / AIRBAGS
35 model-year entries · 2005–2018
INFINITI airbags problems
454 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against INFINITI vehicles for airbags issues. 3 active recall campaigns. See airbags across all makes →
Complaints
454
Recalls
3
Year-models
35
Avg fix
$1,100
35crashes
28injuries
Worst-affected INFINITI model-years for airbags Top 25 by complaint volume
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2009 INFINITI G37
84 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2011 INFINITI G37
49 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2013 INFINITI G37
34 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2010 INFINITI G37
32 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2008 INFINITI G35
29 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2012 INFINITI G37
26 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2014 INFINITI QX60
22 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2015 INFINITI Q50
16 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2014 INFINITI Q50
15 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2008 INFINITI G37
14 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2015 INFINITI QX60
12 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2016 INFINITI QX60
11 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2008 INFINITI EX35
10 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2017 INFINITI Q50
9 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,100 severe
2017 INFINITI QX30
8 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$1,100 severe
2012 INFINITI M37
7 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2018 INFINITI Q60
6 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2017 INFINITI Q60
6 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2014 INFINITI Q60
6 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2012 INFINITI QX56
5 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2010 INFINITI QX56
5 complaints · ~$1,100 severe
2018 INFINITI Q50
4 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2017 INFINITI QX80
4 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2015 INFINITI QX80
4 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
2013 INFINITI M37
4 complaints · ~$1,100 moderate
Active recalls — INFINITI airbags 10 on file
Nissan North America, Inc
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-701.
Nissan North America, Inc
A passenger air bag that fails to deploy in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Infiniti q45 vehicles
Non-deployment of side air bags could increase the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wiring connector, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 Infiniti g35 sedans manufactured from march 29, 2004 through august 25, 2006 and Infiniti g35 coupes manufactured from april 1, 2004 through may 30, 2007
In the event of a crash, the airbag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 12, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan toll-free at 1-800-662-6200.
Nissan North America, Inc
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's air bag, the incorrect part may block the flow of propellant to the air bag and the air bag's inflator may rupture. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike and potentially seriously injure the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti Q50 and Q50 Hybrid vehicles
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator may crack and release the gas needed to properly deploy the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200, option 7.
Nissan North America, Inc
If the passenger-side knee air bag cover detaches during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: INFINITI will notify owners, and retailers will replace the passenger-side knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Nissan North America Inc
If the air bag fails to deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side curtain air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer Service at 1-800-662-6200.
Nissan North America, Inc
A tear in the air bag may decrease air bag performance, and increase the risk of injury.
Fix: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C2.
Nissan North America, Inc
If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.
Common questions
How many INFINITI airbags complaints are on file with NHTSA?
454 complaints across 35 model-year entries from 2005 to 2018. 3 active recall campaigns cover airbags issues across the INFINITI lineup.
Which INFINITI model has the most airbags complaints?
The 2009 INFINITI G37 leads with 84 complaints in this category. Next: 2011 G37 (49) and 2013 G37 (34).
What does it cost to fix INFINITI airbags problems?
Independent shops average $1,100 for airbags repairs across the INFINITI lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there INFINITI airbags recalls?
Yes — 10 active recall campaigns cover airbags on INFINITI vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with INFINITI.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.