MYRModel Year Report

2003 Infiniti M45

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2003 Infiniti M45
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:57.138Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
129
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

50% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 129 complaints 2003 129 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010
2003: 129 complaints 2003 129 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010
2003: 129 complaints 2003 129 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2006: 72 complaints 2006 2007: 27 complaints 2007 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010

2003: 129 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2003129
200443
200672
200727
20086
20092
20101

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

50% · 65 reports
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2024-04-30

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-12

Also filed under Electrical system

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, 2012-03-12

Engine

18% · 23 reports
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2019-07-27

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, 2018-08-20

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Electrical system

17% · 22 reports

Engine and engine cooling

15% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing engine and emission control.

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle consumes 1 quart of motor oil every 1000 miles. It causes carbon buildup in the combustion chambers. I was told I would have to pay to get the carbon cleaned periodically. Vehicle has 24000 miles and is still under warranty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-15

2003 Infiniti M45 consumes 4 ml of oil after only 1000 miles and told by dealershio and manufacturer that this is normal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-22

Fuel system, other

9% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2003-12-22Engine and engine cooling03V455000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2008-12-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-04-01 Side air bag non-deployment
  3. I
    2009-04-01Engineering analysisClosed 2012-04-03 Non-deployment of Side Thorax Air Bags
  4. I
    2011-12-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-03-22 Fuel level gauge system failure
  5. R
    2012-04-27Fuel system, gasoline12V088000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Infiniti M45 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 65 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 22 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 03V455000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 12V088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.