The Curious Case of Infiniti's Bubbling Dashboards

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Dashboards take a beating from the sun, and without proper protection they can melt or warp a bit. But the FX35 and FX45 dashboards have a different, more effervescent reaction in the form of dashboard bubbles. The bubbles, which can form all over the surface of the dash, are soft like putty and some can even be poked through with your finger.

Missouri’s Bubble Dash Lawsuit ∞

In May 2014, a class-action was filed against Nissan in Missouri for the bubbling dashboards.

The lead plaintiff said it only took three years for his dashboard to start bubbling. When he received a replacement from Nissan (parent company of Infiniti), guess what – it bubbled too.

Missouri jury awarded $2,000 to upwards of 1,000 Infiniti owners.

Satisfaction is Their Number One Goal? ∞

Generations Where This Problem Has Been Reported

This problem has popped up in the following Infiniti generations.

Most years within a generation share the same parts and manufacturing process. You can also expect them to share the same problems. So while it may not be a problem in every year yet, it's worth looking out for.

OK, Now What?

Maybe you've experienced this problem. Maybe you're concerned you will soon. Whatever the reason, here's a handful of things you can do to make sure it gets the attention it deserves.

  1. File Your Complaint

    CarComplaints.com is a free site dedicated to uncovering problem trends and informing owners about potential issues with their cars. Major class action law firms use this data when researching cases.

    Add a Complaint

  2. Notify CAS

    The Center for Auto Safety (CAS) is a pro-consumer organization that researches auto safety issues & often compels the US government to do the right thing through lobbying & lawsuits.

    Notify The CAS

  3. Report a Safety Concern

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is the US agency with the authority to conduct vehicle defect investigations & force recalls. Their focus is on safety-related issues.

    Report to NHTSA