1991 Infiniti Q45

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1991 Infiniti Q45
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:54:13.504Z

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 PER YEAR

1991: 35 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1987	0
1988	0
1989	0
1990	28
1991	35
1992	28
1993	2
1994	31
1995	7
1996	7
1997	12
1998	14
1999	9
2000	9
2001	5
2002	20
2003	12
2004	7
2005	4
2006	0

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES 23%

23% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

EQUIPMENT 20%

20% of complaints: equipment — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc. and air conditioner.

FIRE

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LEFT REAR SPEAKER IGNITED, RESULTING IN A FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19981117

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and relay.

SUSPENSION 14%

14% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and springs.

POWER TRAIN 14%

14% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and torque converter.

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VEHICLE SLIPPED FROM PARK GEAR AFTER DRIVER EXITED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19941227

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950802)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19950929 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103002 — check if this car was fixed

I 19980206 — PE (closed 19980625)

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRE

I 19980625 — EA (closed 19981118)

REAR STEREO SPEAKER FIRES

R 19990104 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BOSE REAR SPEAKERS THAT HAVE AN INTEGRAL AMPLIFIER. A CONDUCTIVE BRIDGE CAN FORM BETWEEN TWO LINES OF THE CIRCUIT BOARD PATTERN WHEN THERE IS AC

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CIRCUIT BOARD WITH A NEW BOARD THAT HAS BEEN COATED.

Campaign 98V284000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Infiniti Q45 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for equipment issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 95V103002 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 98V284000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1991 Infiniti Q45 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 1991 Infiniti Q45?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Infiniti Q45 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.