1999 Infiniti Q45
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
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Complaints per year
1999: 9 complaints
View as data table
| 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 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 9 total reports mention: tires.
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My car a 1999 Infiniti Q45 has 4 continental tires. These were purchased last year and has been used for about 6000 miles. On Tuesday August 30 the right rear tire blew out causing the vehicle to slide on the right side and eventually overturn.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-07
A set of four falcon tires, (235/45HR17 ziex), were purchased by consumer on sept 27,2001, tires were put on and balanced. Consumer went back to maechanic because tires were still out of balance. Consumer was informed to have the alignment checked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-07-31
Wheels
2 of 9 total reports mention: wheels.
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Car has recalled wheels, but car itself in not on recall list. Manufacturer refused to replace wheels.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-05-04
Structure
2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and body.
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The paint scratches and flakes off so easily and has to be touched up repeatedly. Nlm
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-06
Vehicle speed control
1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Consumer stated that the gas pedal would not engage readily, when pressing the gas pedal from a stopped position, the vehicle would not move, then more force would be used on the gas pedal and vehicle would lurch forward, the dealer cleaned the...
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-17
Suspension
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Left front strut spring broke while in traffic, sending broken spring end into tire ripping the entire sidewall of the tire out. Blowout caused loss of steering while in the process sent vehicle into oncoming traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-09
Also filed under Steering
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Infiniti Q45 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Infiniti Q45?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Infiniti Q45 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.