2008 INFINITI M35

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.

The contact owned a 2008 Infiniti M35. The contact stated that while driving approximately 27 MPH, another vehicle making a left turn from the opposite direction failed to yield and crashed into the front driver's side of the vehicle by the front tire location. The contact stated that the under-hood components were pushed to the right side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not recall whether warning lights were illuminated. The contact noticed that there was a significant amount of steam coming from under the hood, and the contact turned off the engine. A police report was filed. The contact was transported to the Emergency Room by the daughter's boyfriend. The contact sustained severe, persistent pain from the left hip through the buttock and the knee. The left big toe and three little toes were weak and numb. The contact underwent nerve testing and X-rays and was diagnosed with nerve damage. The contact sustained a swollen left hand, traumatic pain on the back shoulder, left wrist, and hand nerve damage, significant hip pain, three bulges on the disc, large bruises on the kneecap, inner thigh, and chin. The contact sustained a bruised and swollen left hand, unstable and wobbly left leg, and midback. The contact sustained other severe injuries that aggravated the contact's underlying medical condition. The vehicle was towed and totaled by the other vehicle insurance company. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

NHTSA ID

11732732

Incident

Apr 1, 2026

Mileage

180,000 mi

The treasure hunters C sold n e this car it voughy on fla n we s exposed wires

NHTSA ID

11561155

Incident

Dec 1, 2023

I purchased a new 2008 Infiniti M-35 equipped with technology package that included navigation. My car has 74,000 miles and needs a map update. I tried to purchase from Infiniti the CD update in which I found out was discontinued in 2020. I was told to use my mobile device in which reminded Infiniti to do so would violate state law and creates a safety hazard. Considering 15 year parts availability the update should be available. I believe Infiniti should provide a navigation update to help insure safety before someone is killed.

NHTSA ID

11491147

Incident

Oct 27, 2022

MY DASHBOARD IS CRACKED ALL OVER THE SEATS ARE FADED AND THE SHOCKS AND STRUTS ARE BAD AT 120,000 MILES

NHTSA ID

11362047

Incident

Sep 30, 2020

Mileage

120,000 mi

YES....THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD IS LITERALLY MELTING.....IT'S BECOME STICKY AND SUPER SHINY. DURING THE DAY (IN BRIGHT SUNSHINE), I CAN HARDLY SEE THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE REFLECTION FROM THE DASHBOARD....TRUST ME, IT'S THAT BAD. WHEN I SEARCHED THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET, I FOUND THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE LITERALLY THOUSANDS OF REPORTED MELTING DASHBOARDS. AND, THAT'S ONLY THE ONES WHO HAVE COMPLAINED. I CAN IMAGINE THAT THERE ARE TENS OF THOUSANDS WHO HAVE THIS VERY SAME PROBLEM THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO ME COMPLAIN PLEASE HELP.

NHTSA ID

11344247

Incident

Jul 9, 2020

Mileage

145,000 mi

2008 INFINITI M35. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO EVAPORATOR EMISSION VAPOR VENT VALVE REPAIRS. CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS. *LD *TR

NHTSA ID

11184132

Incident

Jan 9, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INFINITI M35. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE DEALER FRESNO INFINITI (711 W PALMDON DR, FRESNO, CA 93704 (559)435-5001) WAS CONTACTED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. AN INVESTIGATION HAS TAKEN PLACE WITH THE CONTACT INSURANCE AGENCY STATE FARM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 129,780.

NHTSA ID

11144188

Incident

Oct 30, 2018

Mileage

129,780 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" AIRBAG IN STEERING WHEEL IF DEPLOYED MAY CONTAIN SHRAPNEL THAT CAN BE FATAL TO OPERATOR OF VEHICLE. NOTHING HAS OCCURRED, I WAS NOTIFIED OF A CLASS ACTION SUITE AGAINST TAKATA.

NHTSA ID

11044783

Incident

Nov 7, 2017

Mileage

130,000 mi

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Infiniti by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).

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