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2003 Infiniti Q45 recalls and problems

1 recall and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Infiniti Q45.

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recalls
12
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.

2003 Infiniti Q45 recalls

Air bags: side/window

NHTSA campaign 12V079000 · reported February 28, 2012 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 1,349 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 infiniti q45 vehicles. A wiring connector for the seat mounted airbag may experience increased electrical resistance, resulting in the non-deployment of the side air bags.
The risk
Non-deployment of side air bags could increase the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wiring connector, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2012. 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.

What owners report

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

May 5, 2021 · Engine · 186,241 miles

THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR CRANK POSITION SENSOR AND CAM POSITION SENSOR HAVE IMPROPER SOLDER JOINTS. THIS HAS CAUSED THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START, POWER REDUCES, ENGINE STALLS AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR WHILE IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET OR HIGHWAY OR WHILE MAKING A TURN. THIS IS ALSO A COMMON…

Nov 29, 2017 · Engine · 150,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI Q45. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED…

Mar 29, 2017 · Seat belts

TAMARA RECALLED MY SEATBELT LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR THE LAST YEAR. I WERE TOLD BY THE INFINITY DEALER THAT MY CAR WAS NOT RECALL FOR THE SEATBELT. THE SEATBELT WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON CONSTANTLY IN THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM AND A LITTLE BLANKING ICON. I AM TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR REPAIRS

Aug 8, 2016 · Engine and engine cooling · 61,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI Q45. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND ALL POWER WAS LOST. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE FAILURE RECURRED RANDOMLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…

Sep 25, 2015 · Engine · 112,000 miles

START CAR FIRST THING IN THE AM. DRIVING NORMAL. WITHIN 5 MILES ENGINE SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING. LOOSE ALL POWER. NO CODE APPEARS. AUTO WILL NOT START. FINALLY STARTS AFTER 5 OR 6 TRIES. THIS PROBLEM HAS CONTINUED TO OCCUR EVERY TWO OR THREE DAYS OVER THE LAST SIX MONTHS. BUT AUTO STARTS IMMEDIATELY AFTER. AUTO AND…

Q45 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 1900
2001 1510
2002 12010
2003 11210
2004 2700
2005 3410
2006 1000

All Infiniti Q45 years →

Questions

Does the 2003 Infiniti Q45 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Infiniti Q45, the most recent reported on February 28, 2012 (Air bags: side/window). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Infiniti Q45?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2003 Infiniti Q45 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 5, 2021.