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2004 Infiniti I35 vs 2004 Nissan Maxima

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2004 Infiniti I352004 Nissan Maxima
NHTSA complaints351,425
Recall campaigns32
Service bulletins (TSBs)64114
Investigations31
Crash reports033
Fire reports016
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)2021
Median reported mileage80,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentInfiniti I35Nissan Maxima
Power Train0934
Tires0141
Suspension1102
Engine and Engine Cooling570
Service Brakes, Hydraulic161
Electrical System556
Structure256
Engine551

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling1086
Shifting problems0206
Hesitation / surging072
Vibration / shaking069
Rust / corrosion044
Clunking / rattling036
Check engine light031
Loss of power010

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.