Infiniti Q45, representative photo
Representative model. Photo: Niels de Wit from Lunteren, The Netherlands, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2004 Infiniti Q45 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
7
Latest campaign
Feb 28, 2012

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Air bags1Feb 28, 2012
12V079000
Exterior lighting1Oct 13, 2004
04V497000

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Feb 28, 2012Latest campaign
Feb 28, 201212V079000

Air bags: side/window

NON-DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIR BAGS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

DetailsHide details for campaign 12V079000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
NON-DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIR BAGS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 12V079000 · Feb 28, 2012
Oct 13, 200404V497000

Exterior lighting: brake lights switch

IF THIS OCCURS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

DetailsHide details for campaign 04V497000
What's wrong
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION.
Risk
IF THIS OCCURS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign
NHTSA 04V497000 · Oct 13, 2004
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Infiniti recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component7

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
7Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system343000
Steering229000
Engine229000
Exterior lighting229000
Vehicle speed control229000
Structure114000
Service brakes114000
Hydraulic114000
Seats114000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Steering

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2004 infiniti q45. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame was corroded. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v244000 (steering, suspension).”

    Filed 01/31/2019 · ODI 11173306
  • Engine

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2004 infiniti q45. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the engine stalled while the service engine soon warning light and another unknown light illuminated.”

    Filed 05/08/2017 · ODI 10984183
  • Steering

    “I was driving and dashboard lights came on, then vehicle cut off on the highway. I assumed it was a bad alternator, but it was a defective crank sensor. *tr”

    Filed 09/23/2014 · ODI 10638308

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2004 Infiniti Q45 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2004 Infiniti Q45 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 Infiniti Q45. The most recent, 12V079000 (reported February 28, 2012), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Infiniti Q45?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 7 filed with NHTSA (43%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 Infiniti Q45?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Infiniti recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Infiniti dealer.

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