1992 Infiniti Q45
Only 28 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 28 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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 28 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and park/neutral start interlock switch.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD PURCHASED 1992 INFINITY Q45 ON 02/2006 ,AND ON 12/21/06 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STEERING WAS DIFFICULT TO HANDLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070109
6 of 28 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
CRASH4 of 28 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc..
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON HIS VEHICLE -- NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID #98V284000. THE RECALL WAS SUPPOSE TO BEEN CORRECTED ON FEB. 17, 1999, ACCORDING TO THE SHOP FOREMAN. ON JUNE 5, 2005, CONSUMER'S REAR SPEAKERS CAUGHT ON FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050606
4 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and rear compartment/trunk.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
FACTORY INSTALLED BOSE RADIO SOUND SYSTEM, RIGHT REAR SPEAKER AMPLIFIER STARTED TO SMOKE & BURN. THE INCIDENT STARTED BY A STATIC SOUND,BLACK SMOKE,FIRE,WITHIN 3 MINUTES. RADIO STATIC FOR 3 MINUTES AS IF AN ELECTRICAL STORM WAS APPROCHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050624
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, SMELLED SMOKE AND PULLED VEHICLE OVER, AT THAT TIME DRIVER DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A FIRE IN THE ENGINE. FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT THE FIRE WAS ELECTRICAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970317
2 of 28 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN SHE HIT A WATER OIL SPOT IN THE ROAD, VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPIN, FRONT OF VEHICLE HIT A WALL AND CONTINUED TO SPIN, THE SHIFTING WAS OFF LINE. AS CONSUMER TRIED TO TURN WHEEL SHE COULD NOT, VEHICLE STILL CONTINUED TO SPIN.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990108
DURING FRONTAL IMPACT, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960827
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
1992 Infiniti Q45 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V284000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Infiniti Q45?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Infiniti Q45 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.