2003 Infiniti M45
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 129 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2006 | 72 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 65 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2003 Infiniti M45. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the fuel gauge failed to read the fuel level correctly and the vehicle stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240430
THIS RELATES TO NHTSA INVESTIGATION PE11038. I WRITE ABOUT A FAULTY DESIGN THAT INFINITI DID NOT RECALL AND WILL NOT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR. SOME TIME AGO, MY FUEL GAUGE BECAME ERRATIC, THEN THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" LIGHT WENT ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120312
THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT ACTUAL FUEL LEVEL. IT READS FULL 100% OF THE TIME REGARDLESS OF HOW MUCH FUEL IS ACTUALLY IN THE TANK. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120312
18% of complaints: engine — 23 distinct reports on file.
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2003 INFINITI M45 WITH APPROXIMATELY 106,000 MILES. CAR WILL STALL SUDDENLY AT HIGHWAY OR CITY ROAD SPEEDS NECESSITATING PUTTING CAR INTO NEUTRAL OR PULLING OVER TO RESTART.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190727
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI M45. WHILE STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS,THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180820
17% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.
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THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT ACTUAL FUEL LEVEL. IT READS FULL 100% OF THE TIME REGARDLESS OF HOW MUCH FUEL IS ACTUALLY IN THE TANK. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120312
10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 13 distinct reports on file.
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2003 INFINITI M45 CONSUMES 4 ML OF OIL AFTER ONLY 1000 MILES AND TOLD BY DEALERSHIO AND MANUFACTURER THAT THIS IS NORMAL.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040522
5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI M45. WHILE STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS,THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180820
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE A
Campaign 03V455000 — check if this car was fixed
SIDE AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT
Non-deployment of Side Thorax Air Bags
Fuel level gauge system failure
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 INFINITI M45 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7, 2002, THROUGH JUNE 3, 2004. DUE TO A CIRCUIT BOARD FAILURE, THE FUEL GAUGE MAY READ A FUEL LEVEL HIGH
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE CIRCUIT BOARD FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 12V088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2003 Infiniti M45 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (65 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 03V455000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V088000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2003 Infiniti M45 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 2003 Infiniti M45?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Infiniti M45 have?
2 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.