Infiniti M Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 18, 2012 · 15 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Infiniti M, across 7 model years (2003–2012). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.

Peak: 2011, with 5 complaints
2003: 2200322004: 2200422007: 3200732008: 1200812009: 1200912011: 5201152012: 120121

n = 15 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Infiniti M years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No M model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2011 M: 5 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2007 M: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2004 M: 2 complaints, 0 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2008 M: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2009 M: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 2012 M: 1 complaint, 2 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Infiniti M problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel System, Gasoline420
Power Train320
Electrical System210
Steering220
Air Bags110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Equipment110
Latches/locks/linkages110
Seats110
Suspension110
Visibility110
Wheels110

All Infiniti M model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2012 M12—Suspension
2011 M51—Power Train
2009 M10—Power Train
2008 M10—Steering
2007 M30—Equipment
2004 M20—Fuel System, Gasoline
2003 M20—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Infiniti M years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (5), 2007 (3), 2004 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Infiniti M?

Fuel System, Gasoline, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Infiniti M have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.