The car engine cuts off / stalls while driving. This has happened multiple times. When driving on highway, the engine stops running, the car loses all power, and it is very difficult to restart the car. I had the car inspected and the local mechanic stated the crankshaft sensor/ camshaft censor is not working properly and he believed this was on recall, but Infiniti stated that my car is not covered. This is extremely dangerous - call stalls in the middle of the road with no power at all.
2003 Infiniti G35: engine stalls while driving
68 of the 533 complaints about the 2003 Infiniti G35 describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 68
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical repair cost reported
- $621
- typical mileage
- 112,044
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 7 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Crankshaft angle sensor and camshaft position sensor both failed causing vehicle to stall at low RPM's (engine dies loosing brakes and steering). Infinity recall #r3021 has this problem yet my vehicle not included in this recall for some reason. Called infinity and they will not help me. What are my options? My cost is $621.86 repairs and diagnosis.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. While driving low speeds, the vehicle stalled and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was diagnosed by an unknown dealer, but the contact was unaware of the results. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as listed in the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 80,000. The consumer stated the vehicle was repaired but, could not be calibrated because of the defect with the cam sensor and wiring that was a recall in 2003. *js the consumer stated the instrument panel and heating/cooling remained unrepaired. The consumer stated the air condition would not turn off even in the winter. The consumer stated there was a recall for the failures, but 2003 vehicles were not included.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. While operating the vehicle, the check engine indicator remained illuminated and the engine suddenly shut off while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the crank camshaft sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,800. The VIN was invalid.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. The contact stated that the service engine, vds traction control and slip warning indicators flashed as the vehicle stalled. The dealer (faulkner infiniti of mechanicsburg, 6305 carlisle pike, mechanicsburg, pa 17050, (717) 691-8900) indicated that a manufacturer recall was provided but was closed. The manufacturer provided no assistance other than indicating to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle may be repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 136,000.
I have replaced the cam position sensor and the crank sensor and my car continues to stall causing the service engine soon light to appear with a loss of power and intermittent stalling. Infiniti has a recall for this problem (service bulletin: the federal safety agency: 03v455000 cam shaft sensor defective) but they say my car is not included. This is a safety issue because the car looses power and stalls intermittently. The problem occurs when the vehicle is in motion usually at highway speed with the cruise control engaged.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. When the vehicle was started, the check engine, slip, and vdc warning indicators illuminated. Also, the rpms did not exceed 2,500. The failures occurred for the past 30 days and the vehicle stalled on a daily basis. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 11/06/17*lj consumer stated the car doesn't accelerate. Updated 7/17/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infinti g35. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while traveling various speeds and the check engine, brake, and vdc off warning indicators illuminated. The infiniti of norwood dealer (866 providence hwy, norwood, ma) was contacted and diagnosed that the camshaft assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. While driving 5 MPH, the engine stalled while preparing to turn the vehicle right or left. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed a crank position sensor failure. The mechanic stated that there was a recall with the known failure and referred him to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified that the contact was experiencing the same failure as listed in the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 133,691.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was difficult to restart. In addition, there was fuel leaking and the vehicle would not properly refuel. The check engine, the vdc, and the slip warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel filler hose was cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the camshaft sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling) and 05v555000(fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the dynamic control, slip indicator, and battery warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and was unable to restart to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the crank position sensor and camshaft position sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 infiniti g35. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the service engine soon warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was restarted and operated normally. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the passenger side camshaft sensor failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
- OBD II evap
- OBD II evap
- Malfunction indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code U1000 or U1010 stored in engine control unit
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P0442 (evap small leak) and/or P0456 (evap very...
- Engine will not start
- Information regarding a buzz or growl type noise from the engine area with the air conditioner on which...
- Malfunction indicator light (MIL) on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0442 (evap small leak) stored in...
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.
- Risk
- This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261 or infiniti at 1‑800‑662‑6200.
Recall number 03V455000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2003 Infiniti G35 stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2003 Infiniti G35?
68 of 533 owner complaints about the 2003 Infiniti G35 (13%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
How much does it cost to fix engine stalls while driving on the 2003 Infiniti G35?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $621 (median of 5 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Infiniti G35?
There is 1 recall and 7 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Infiniti G35
Check engine light 40Loss of power 17Grinding brakes 9Warning lights 9Airbag light 8Oil consumption 8Headlights 7Battery drain 6Screen failure 6Power windows 6Won't start 6ABS 5Brake failure 5Jerking 5
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