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2008 Infiniti EX repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (21%)
Other (7%)
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Chart based on 255 repairs.
2008 Infiniti EX suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (17%)
< $100 (66%)
Chart based on 29 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Infiniti EX 4dr SUV
297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 39000 mi | Power steering cooler leak, cooler replaced |
| 175000 mi US $500 |
Power Steering Pump began to whine. Steering was not affected, but I decided to replace the pump before it failed completely. |
| 73800 mi US $800 |
Left Front wheel required new ball bearings |
| 71800 mi US $600 |
REPLACED WHEEL BEARING ON R SIDE |
| 26000 mi | Wheel bearing replaced. |
| 38000 mi US $80 |
power steering hose replacement needed |
| 150 mi | Steering wheel column adjustment motor. Was not working when we picked the vehicle up. Warranty repair |
2008 Infiniti EX 4dr SUV
297-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 68700 mi | Sway bar links were loose & rattling. |
| 31000 mi | Found leakage in my driveway. Brought it in for scheduled maintenance and asked them to check it was the rack and pinion leaking. |
| 34300 mi US $385 |
Leaky shock absorber - discoverd during state inspection - was replaced - part only available thru dealer - took two days to get. |
| 82300 mi | Steering rack leaking upon purchase, replaced by selling dealer. No cost to me, quoted repair $1,600. |
| 177940 mi C $325 |
Replaced both front strut assembly with ones off a low mileage vehicle. I'd tried buy the whole "assembly" new, but they didn't seem them that way. So I then attempted to just to change the shocks, but when compressing the springs to remove the top nut, the spring warped sideways. A better, and safer option was to get the used entire assembly. |
| 75000 mi US $1200 |
Steering rack was leaking and was replaced. System flushed, alignment. |
| 80000 mi US $75 |
Steering rack shuddering. Replacement rack found to be old steering rack--one that was recalled! |
| 82000 mi | Steering left unrepaired at tradein. |
| 54560 mi C $350 |
worn LF wheel bearing replaced |
| 57200 mi C $900 |
lower left front control arm, plus 4 wheel alignment. |
| 66340 mi | Dealer recommended replacement of both upper control arms, estimated cost $1700. I traded the car in and advised the dealer who took it on trade. |
| 4340 mi | Noticed a vibration and grinding, especially when turning to the right at low speeds. Car bought used, but I believe this is a manufacturer's defect. Will have the dealer look at more fully when I bring the car in for it's next oil change. Bought used. |
| 7440 mi | There is a grinding noise when turning to the right at low speeds. The dealer was made aware of this the week after I bought the car (used - less than 1 year old). There is no TSB yet, although the NICO forum suggests that there may be one coming. |
| 11160 mi | Grinding noise fixed when rack and pinion steering replaced. The shop called and let me know that a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) had been issued, and they could repair the problem. As my vehicle was due for an oil change, I set up an appointment. |
| 53320 mi C $200 |
Front-end shaking at highway speeds. Took car in to check and they found that the tie-rod was damaged and had to be replaced - Mechanic suggested that this was unusual for this type of vehicle for the mileage (85,000 km). |
| 32860 mi | Bad wheel bearing on front left wheel and a bad link on front left as well. |
| 32000 mi US $400 |
Front wheel bearings Front wheel bearings |
| 7440 mi | Vibration during right turn at low speed, especially during acceleration. |
| 8680 mi | Vibration in steering column during sharp right turns at low speed, especially when accompanied by light acceleration. |
| 24000 mi | Bushings for front stabilizer bar ordered |
| 620 mi | Replace power steering rack and assembly. |
| 75500 mi | Recall of steering column that was machined out of tolerance. The steering column was replaced at no cost and the problem (grinding noise) is gone. |
| 41000 mi | Needed front wheel bearing on passenger side. Work completed at no charge by dealer. |
| 13640 mi | I noticed a high pitched squeal at high speed. The dealer determined that it was a front wheel bearing. The dealer replaced the part and the noise was eliminated. |
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