2013 Infiniti JX35 transmission & drivetrain problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jul 29, 2026182,000 miKSTowedTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle hesitated while driving forward. After parking the vehicle, the contact later returned and started the vehicle; however, while driving a short distance, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power and failed to properly accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was parked at a nearby parking lot and later towed to the residence. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11753436 · source
2. Filed Nov 18, 2025FMCrashTowedTransmission & Drivetrain

   Lost all power in my cvt tranny and won’t move or shift gears not even indicates what gear im in, it’s a recall on others why isnt it on mine being a common issue

   NHTSA complaint #11700005 · source
3. Filed Nov 14, 2025147,000 miMDTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle started vibrating violently. The vehicle resumed normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence while accelerating. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to…

   NHTSA complaint #11699470 · source
4. Filed Jul 30, 2025OHTransmission & Drivetrain

   My transmission has been going in and out while on the highway and main roads, jumps when taking off at lights and sounds like it’s not shifting gears causing a safety risk to me and my family and other on the road. I service my transmission fluid as recommend in the handbook and online reporting. infinity has a factory warranty on my vehicle but when I check the recall list it doesn’t show any recalls. I’ve been experiencing this with several jx35 infinity’s due to the cvt…

   NHTSA complaint #11677240 · source
5. Filed Apr 15, 2025CAEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   While driving on the freeway, the vehicle's driver assistance system suddenly became unavailable. Although the car was still able to move, the transmission would not shift gears. The engine RPMs rose unusually high — when applying pressure to the gas pedal, the RPMs could reach 4,000 to 5,000, but the vehicle accelerated very slowly. I could only maintain a speed of around 50–60 mph. It felt like the transmission was stuck in one gear and the power was not being properly…

   NHTSA complaint #11654820 · source
6. Filed Feb 18, 2024OHTransmission & Drivetrain

   I was stopped at a stop sign. When I tried to make my turn/proceed my vehicle putted through the turn. It wouldn’t go over 5 mph it seemed. Luckily I made it out of the way before the oncoming traffic got to me. I pulled over turned the car off and then back on & it worked good enough to get me home. I took it to a mechanic and was informed it was the transmission. I did some research and found this is a common issue with this vehicle. For some reason my vehicle is not…

   NHTSA complaint #11572568 · source
7. Filed Jan 17, 2024190,000 miIATransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated that while at a stop light and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact shifted to neutral, and the vehicle seized and failed to move. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to Roadside Assistance and the NHTSA Hotline. The contact stated that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11566064 · source
8. Filed Nov 16, 2023161,000 miFLBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The ABS system was activated. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH the vehicle independently accelerated to 60 MPH. The vehicle was jerking while the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact was able to pull over. The contact called the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred…

   NHTSA complaint #11555429 · source
9. Filed Oct 17, 2023156,000 miTXTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that her husband used an OBD reader and retrieved DTC Code: P17F0, which indicated a CVT transmission failure. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact related the failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11550503 · source
10. Filed Oct 10, 2023162,996 miKYEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated that the engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the transmission fluttered and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the transmission fluttered and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a…

    NHTSA complaint #11549116 · source
11. Filed Sep 8, 2023146,000 miMDDriver Assistance & Safety TechTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact while reversing, there was a delay in the transmission shifting. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the vehicle received a tune up. On another occasion, while driving 60 MPH, the traction control warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and after several attempts the vehicle restarted; however, the vehicle was not operating properly. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11543392 · source
12. Filed Jul 20, 2023MDTransmission & Drivetrain

    The transmission failed without warning. The vehicle was perfectly fine. I've found articles recalling the JX 35 for transmission issues. The car is available for inspection. Our safety was put at risk when the vehicle would not accelerate as I was going through a main intersection while vehicles were coming towards me. This issue came out of no where. No check engine light warning came on to warn me of the issue. The check engine light came on the next day when I started…

    NHTSA complaint #11533558 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology