2005 Infiniti G35 vs 2005 Saturn Ion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Infiniti G35 | 2005 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 215 | 573 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 584 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 62,085 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Infiniti G35 | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 7 | 265 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 227 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 34 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 31 |
| Engine | 38 | 22 |
| Power Train | 14 | 28 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 46 |
| Airbag warning light | 19 | 5 |
| Oil consumption | 16 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 11 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 62 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 30 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2005 Infiniti G35
2005 Saturn Ion
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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.