TSB: INFINITI FX35, FX45, I30, I35, M35, M45, QX4 (2001–2010)

Bulletin IPSB18-254 - Tak — November 30, 2018

Bulletin Details

Bulletin IDIPSB18-254 - Tak
ManufacturerINFINITI
ModelsFX35, FX45, I30, I35, M35, M45, QX4
Model Years2001–2010
Date IssuedNovember 30, 2018
Date Added to NHTSAJanuary 7, 2019
ComponentAIR BAGS
Vehicles Affected28 combinations

What is a TSB?

A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.

If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.

Summary

Retailer Engagement for Takata Awareness INFINITI is committed to the safety and security of its clients and their passengers. As you are likely aware, INFINITI has initiated multiple field actions to execute the Takata Airbag Recall in

Affected Vehicles

MakeModelYearComponent
INFINITI M35 2010 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M45 2010 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M35 2009 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M45 2009 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2008 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2008 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M35 2008 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M45 2008 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2007 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2007 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M35 2007 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M45 2007 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2006 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2006 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M35 2006 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI M45 2006 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2005 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2005 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2004 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2004 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI I35 2004 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX35 2003 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI FX45 2003 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI I35 2003 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI QX4 2003 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI I35 2002 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI QX4 2002 140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI I30 2001 140000 AIR BAGS

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What Should You Do?

If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized INFINITI dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (IPSB18-254 - Tak) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.

Frequently Asked Questions

A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.

If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.

Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.

This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.