Is the Infiniti Q45 Reliable?
1992–2006 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Infiniti Q45 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2005 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 1 | 13 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2002 | 1 | 14 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2001 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 1 | 7 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 1999 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 1 | 5 | 2 | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 1997 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Q45 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Q45 scores 21 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Infiniti Q45 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 61 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Infiniti Q45 reliable?+
The Infiniti Q45 scores 93/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 61 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Q45 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2004 Q45 achieved the highest reliability score of 96/100 with 1 recall and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a Q45 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Infiniti Q45 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Q45 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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