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2004 Infiniti I35

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2004 I35.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine ElectricTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2004 Infiniti I35 Electric is a passenger car pairing a fully electric powertrain with a four-speed automatic transmission, capping the nameplate's four-year run as documented between 2001 and 2004. With 35 total owner complaints logged for this model year and three recalls on file, the 2004 occupies a notably calmer middle ground than the 95-complaint peak reached in 2003, though it remains well above the model's quiet 2001 debut of just 2 complaints. The air bag system stands as the leading complaint area, a focal point any researcher should weigh when assessing this terminal-year example. Taken together, these figures frame the 2004 as a stabilizing endpoint in a model history whose reliability swung sharply across its short production span.

Model year200420032002

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque72-87 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency17/24/20 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range0 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 445 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24F · 445 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire sizeP215-55RHR17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter16546V0100
Fuel filter164002Y505
Front wiper blades288902Y91C alt 288902Y907
Serpentine belt1192031U02 alt 1195031U00
Thermostat1305031U00 alt 212008J10B
Cabin air filterH72774Y10JNW

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length193.7 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height56.7 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight3296 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 59.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 24 / 20 MPGe
Electric range0 mi
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 72-87 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9
Power Steering FluidATF

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts72-87 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub188-245 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub163 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.10 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity6.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance445 cca

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket106-126 ft-lbs / 16-23 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle73-94 ft-lbs / 28-38 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0004 in / 0.0008 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0028 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.945 in / 0.35 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.945 in / 0.35 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.866 in / 0.315 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 3,750 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 3,750 miEngine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEmission Control System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 105,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2004 Infiniti I35 arrives at the tail end of a generation that saw a sharp escalation in reported issues. Complaints surged from just 2 in 2001 to 76 in 2002 and 95 in 2003, accompanied by a rise in recalls from 2 to 5; the 2004 model year shows a notable decline to 35 complaints and 3 recalls, though investigations remain at a generation-high of 3. This pattern suggests that many early problems were addressed by the final model year, yet the persistence of investigations and a top complaint area of air bags (12 reports) indicates some concerns were not fully resolved. The data does not specify root causes, so the nature of these air bag complaints is unknown. Overall, the 2004 I35 represents a more mature and less problematic choice than the peak-complaint 2002–2003 years, but the air bag complaints and ongoing investigations mean a thorough pre-purchase inspection of that system is advisable.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
64
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
35
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 35 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags12
Unknown Or Other3
Engine3
Engine & Engine Cooling3
Electrical System2
Structure2
Equipment2
Steering,Electrical System,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V008000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 09/01/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020…

16V349000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 24/05/2016

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45, and 2007-2011 Nissan Versa vehicles, originally sold, or ever… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 64 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
ITB09-063C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
ITB13-052E2024-05-20Electrical SystemINTELLIGENT KEY NOT DETECTED / ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See…
ITB17-009H2024-04-29Visibility/WiperWINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY…
ITB13-007I2024-04-29Visibility/WiperREMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See…
ITB09-039K2024-04-29Visibility/WiperWINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last…

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Frequently asked

Does the 2004 I35 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the I35?

EPA figures are 17 city / 24 highway / 20 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 0 miles.