2004 Infiniti FX45
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 20 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.
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THE LOCK ACTUATOR ON THE REAR HATCH BROKE AND I WAS UNABLE TO CLOSE THE HATCH OR LOCK THE VEHICLE. AFTER DISSEMBLING THE ACTUATOR THERE WAS A SMALL PLASTIC PIN THAT BROKE THAT PREVENTED THE LATCH FROM ENGAGING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120815
NORMAL USE OF POWER DOOR LOCKS LATER THE FUNCTION BECOMES UNRELIABLE. CANNOT EFFECTIVELY LOCK OR UNLOCK DOORS. HAD ONE DOOR LOCK REPAIRED AND IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT ANOTHER LOCK HAS MALFUNCTIONED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20091221
5 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.
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3 OF MY VEHICLES DOORS DO NOT UNLOCK OR LOCK USING THE KEY FOB OR THE UNLOCK/LOCK BUTTON ON THE DOOR. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU NEED TO LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS IN A HURRY. IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE IN MANY INFINITI FX35/45 OF THIS GENERATION. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20200606
THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT WILL NO LONGER MOVE BACK/FORWARD. THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SEAT REMAINS STATIONARY AND THE LEFT SIDE MOVES MAKING THE SEAT SWIVEL. THE MECHANIC CHECKED IT OUT AND DETERMINED THAT THE GEAR WAS STRIPPED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120815
5 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.
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TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INFINITI FX45. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V349000 (AIR BAGS) IN JULY OF 2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190401
2 of 20 total reports mention: seats.
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THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT WILL NO LONGER MOVE BACK/FORWARD. THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SEAT REMAINS STATIONARY AND THE LEFT SIDE MOVES MAKING THE SEAT SWIVEL. THE MECHANIC CHECKED IT OUT AND DETERMINED THAT THE GEAR WAS STRIPPED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120815
2 of 20 total reports mention: engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI
Campaign 05V555000 — check if this car was fixed
DURING A CANADIAN COMPLIANCE TEST, CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 06V328000 — check if this car was fixed
DURING A CANADIAN COMPLIANCE TEST, CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAILED TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQ
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT AT 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 06V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 15V287000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-701.
Campaign 15V226000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.
Campaign 16V349000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.
Campaign 20V008000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Infiniti FX45 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V555000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V328000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V244000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V287000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V226000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V349000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V008000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2004 Infiniti FX45 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Infiniti FX45?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Infiniti FX45 have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.