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2001 Infiniti Q45 recalls and problems

1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Infiniti Q45.

1
recalls
5
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2001 Infiniti Q45 recalls

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 03V098000 · reported March 19, 2003 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 3,600 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels, the wheels may have a casting defect from which cracks could propagate as the vehicle is being driven.
The risk
If a sufficient number of cracks develop, the wheel could fail and separate from the mounting hub, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace these wheels. Owner notification began april 28, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Mar 5, 2026 · Seat belts · 295,000 miles

The contact owns a 1999 Infiniti Q45. While the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the driver's seat belt strap was shredding. The vehicle was taken to the dealer at the manufacturer's request. The contact was informed that the seat belt strap needed to be replaced and that the part was ordered. The…

Jan 16, 2007 · Electrical system

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING 2006 THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR IN HER 2001 INFINITI Q45. THE CONTACT IS CONCERNED BECAUSE SHE WAS INFORMED OF A RECALL IN CANADA FOR A SIMILAR FAILURE. THE CURRENT ODOMETER READING IS 79000. UPDATED 03/02/07.

Dec 11, 2004 · Electrical system · 54,326 miles

VEHICLE EXPERIENCES A TOTAL ELECTRICAL SHUTDOWN. FIRST OCCASION WAS AFTER A 6 HOUR DRIVE AND SHUT DOWN IN THE PARKING LOT. VEHICLE WAS TRANSPORTED 100 MILES TO NEAREST INFINITY DEALERSHIP, ALTERNATOR CHECKED OUT, RECHARGED THE BATTERY AND RETURNED THE VEHICLE. SECOND EXPERIENCE OCCURRED 1 MONTH LATER WHILE DRIVING THE…

Sep 28, 2004 · Child seat

CHILD SAFETY SEAT FAILURE, HARNESS ADJUSTER FAILS TO PROPERLY TIGHTEN.

Aug 1, 2003 · Vehicle speed control · crash reported

WHEN THE CONSUMER PLACED THE VEHICLE IN THE REVERSE GEAR THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT.

Q45 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 1900
2001 1510
2002 12010
2003 11210
2004 2700

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Questions

Does the 2001 Infiniti Q45 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Infiniti Q45, the most recent reported on March 19, 2003 (Wheels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Infiniti Q45?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (2 complaints), followed by child seat (1).
How many 2001 Infiniti Q45 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 5 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 March 5, 2026.