The 2012 Infiniti M35 has 3 recalls, all affecting the hybrid powertrain, with the most serious risks being sudden engine shutdown while driving and a driveshaft that can break and cause loss of drive power or allow the vehicle to roll away when parked.
These recalls apply to the M35 Hybrid specifically. A system overheat condition can cause the hybrid powertrain control module to cut the engine off while the vehicle is in motion, leaving the driver without power unexpectedly. On the drivetrain side, the driveshaft can fatigue and fracture, which not only kills forward drive but can also disable the parking brake, meaning the car may roll away on its own when left in park without the parking brake applied.
At a glance
What can fail
The driveshaft can develop fatigue cracks and break, potentially causing loss of power to the wheels.
What the fix does
The driveshaft will be replaced at no cost to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driveshaft may break on certain 2WD models equipped with hybrid or VK56 powertrains.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driveshaft at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hybrid powertrain control module may overheat and shut off the engine during operation.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the hybrid control module, automatic transmission control unit, and inverter software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
