MYRModel Year Report

1998 Infiniti Q45

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1998 Infiniti Q45
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:44.596Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Infiniti Q45 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1990: 28 complaints 1990 1991: 35 complaints 1992: 28 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 31 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 12 complaints 1998: 14 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 20 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006
1998: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19870
19880
19890
199028
199135
199228
19932
199431
19957
19967
199712
199814
19999
20009
20015
200220
200312
20047
20054
20060

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

6 of 14 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE OWNER HIT A VEHICLE ON THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES, BUT DID NOT SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050315

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED SPINAL INJURIES AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED CHEST AND BACK INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED TOTAL LOSS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050211

FRONT SEAT PASSENGER - 5'9" SITTING ALL THE WAY BACK WITH SEAT BELT ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030426

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.

FIRE
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THE CAR WAS PARKED AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR APPROX 1.5 MILES AND AFTER ABOUT 15 20 MINUTES RESTAUARANT ATTENDANT INQUIRED WHO OWNS THAT CAR? AND INFORMED THAT THERE IS SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE CAR. 911 WAS CALLED FOR FIRE DEPT HELP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020523

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

SUSPENSION

1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension.

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GEAR SHIFT VIBRATED ABOVE 30 MPH. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 19990930

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19990216 — power train

VEHICLE DESRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE IGNITION KEY CAN BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF WITHOUT PLACING THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IN THE "PARK" POSITION. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WIT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHIFT LOCK CONTROL UNIT.

Campaign 98V325000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19990706 — electrical system

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. ONE OF THE DIODES USED IN THE ALTERNATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WHEN BUILT. THIS CAN EVENTUALLY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE DIODE AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT WHICH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR.

Campaign 99V129000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20020729 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, ONE OF THE DIODES USED IN THE ALTERNATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WHEN BUILT. THIS CAN EVENTUALLY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE DIODE AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT WHICH COULD MELT T

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 29, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY

Campaign 02V171000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Infiniti Q45 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V325000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V129000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V171000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Infiniti Q45?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Infiniti Q45 have?

3 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.