Does the 2004 Infiniti M45 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Infiniti M45, the most recent reported on March 6, 2012 (Fuel system, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Infiniti M45?

Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (23 complaints), followed by engine (7).

How many 2004 Infiniti M45 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 43 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Infiniti M45 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 43 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Infiniti M45.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Infiniti M45 recalls

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 12V088000 · reported March 6, 2012 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 8,120 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 infiniti m45 vehicles manufactured from march 7, 2002, through june 3, 2004. Due to a circuit board failure, the fuel gauge may read a fuel level higher than actually exists. As a result, the vehicle may run out of gas without notice.
The risk: The vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the circuit board free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 04V497000 · reported October 13, 2004 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 96 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp switch may malfunction.
The risk: If this occurs, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brake is applied, which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch. The recall began on october 25, 2004. Owners should contact infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel system, gasoline23
Engine7
Fuel system, other7
Electrical system5
Seats3
Air bags2
Engine and engine cooling1
Exterior lighting1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 19, 2015 · Engine · 168,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INFINITI M45. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE STALLED, AND ALL OF THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS WERE UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED…

Sep 23, 2015 · Engine · 171,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INFINITI M45. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTO PARTS STORE, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CAM SHAFT SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE…

Mar 12, 2015 · Exterior lighting · 155,924 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INFINITI M45. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE LIGHT DID NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V497000…

Jun 3, 2014 · Engine · 111,191 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2004 INFINITI M45. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED SPUTTERING BEFORE STALLING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND MOMENTS LATER, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE FAILURE MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS…

Sep 22, 2013 · Seats · 88,000 miles
FRAME ON DRIVERS SEAT BROKEN CAUSING SEAT TO LIST TO THE LEFT SIDE. PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED BY DEALER WHO INFORMED US AT THE TIME THAT IT COULD NOT BE REPAIRED AGAIN, IT WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED AT AT COST OF APPROX $1800.00. SEAT CURRENTLY NOW NEEDS REPLACEMENT. THIS IS A ONE OWNER VEHICLE AND HAS BEEN MAINTAINED BY THE…

M45 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2003	2	129	0
2004	2	43	0
2006	5	72	2
2007	4	27	0

Across all years, the 2003 M45 has the most complaints (129). All Infiniti M45 years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Infiniti M45 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Infiniti M45, the most recent reported on March 6, 2012 (Fuel system, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Infiniti M45?: Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (23 complaints), followed by engine (7).
How many 2004 Infiniti M45 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 43 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 19, 2015.