Model year
2003 Infiniti Q45
NHTSA lists 1 recall and 12 complaints for the 2003 Infiniti Q45 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE (6), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3), STEERING (3). NHTSA lists 2 investigations. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 18 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 9 complaints
- 2001 5 complaints
- 2002 20 complaints
- 2003 12 complaints
- 2004 7 complaints
- 2005 4 complaints
- 2006 0 complaints
Recalls
12V079000 · Feb 28, 2012
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
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 NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS.
Complaints
12 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 1, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE08067 | SIDE AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | Dec 2, 2008 | Apr 1, 2009 |
| EA09005 | Non-deployment of Side Thorax Air Bags · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | Apr 1, 2009 | Apr 3, 2012 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q45 · 4.5L · Automatic (S5) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2003 Infiniti Q45 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.