MYRModel Year Report

2004 Infiniti Q45

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2004 Infiniti Q45
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:38:07.232Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

2004: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

3 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.

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I was driving and dashboard lights came on, then vehicle cut off on the highway. I assumed it was a bad alternator, but it was a defective crank sensor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-23

Also filed under Steering and engine

2004 Infiniti Q45 lemon this automobile has an in-service date of 12-17-04, purchased by me on 02-08-08 at 26,670 miles with 10 months remaining on the time warranty that's expired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-04

Vehicle speed control

2 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

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Dt:the consumers vehicle has a cruise control that has a chip that if a car gets too close to it slows down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-30

The consumer believes that the laser controlled cruise control could be a potential safety issue to an unwary driver. *nm the system does not work in the rain or when driving into the sun at sunset.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-17

Steering

2 of 7 total reports mention: steering.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Infiniti Q45. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame was corroded. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 11V244000 (Steering, suspension). The manufacturer stated that they would not pay for the repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-31

Also filed under Structure

Exterior lighting

2 of 7 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

Engine

2 of 7 total reports mention: engine.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-10-25Exterior lighting04V497000 On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp switch may malfunction.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch. The recall began on October 25, 2004. Owners should contact Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

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    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. R
    2012-03-19Air bags12V079000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Infiniti Q45 vehicles. A wiring connector for the seat mounted airbag may experience increased electrical resistance, resulting in the…

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wiring connector, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 19, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Infiniti Q45 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V497000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 12V079000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Infiniti Q45?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Infiniti Q45 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.