Does the 2012 Infiniti M56 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Infiniti M56, the most recent reported on June 21, 2024 (Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Infiniti M56?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).

How many 2012 Infiniti M56 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 Infiniti M56 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Infiniti M56.

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.

2012 Infiniti M56 recalls

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 24V470000 · reported June 21, 2024 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 7,222 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.
The risk: A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.

Power train: driveline, driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 20V755000 · reported December 7, 2020 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 2,708 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Infiniti M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, and 2014 Q70 and Q70 Hybrid vehicles. These models, equipped with 2WD and with a hybrid or VK56 powertrain, have a driveshaft that may break.
The risk: A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash, or may disable the parking brake, increasing the risk of a rollaway and injury.
The fix: Infiniti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2021. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 14V683000 · reported November 28, 2014 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 133,592 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

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

Engine2
Electrical system1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Steering1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

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

Aug 4, 2022 · Electrical system
My 2012 Infiniti M56 is having the same issues as the recall number 11V592000 My car is currently at an Infiniti dealership. It was noted that it was low on oil and the fusible link was destroyed to prevent the engine from seizing up. My life was put endanger as my car shut off at the red light intersection. I…

Nov 20, 2019 · Steering · 64,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M56. WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOWERED TO BE ADJUSTED AT A CERTAIN DEGREE, IT SEIZED OR BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE…

Apr 23, 2015 · Engine · 97,988 miles
I WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AT A INTERSECTION IN MY 2012 INFINITI M56X. UPON ACCELERATION THE CAR STARTED TO HESITATE AND JERK FORWARD (THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON) AS I WAS PUSHING ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE CAR BARELY CREPT THROUGH THE INTERSECTION AND I MADE IT TO A PARKING LOT. I PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND PUSHED ON THE…

M56 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2011	2	13
2012	3	3
2013	3	2

All Infiniti M56 years →

Questions

Does the 2012 Infiniti M56 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Infiniti M56, the most recent reported on June 21, 2024 (Power train: driveline, driveshaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Infiniti M56?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (1).
How many 2012 Infiniti M56 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 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 August 4, 2022.