Infiniti M56 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Infiniti M56, across 3 model years (2011–2013). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Infiniti M56 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No M56 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 M56: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2012 M56: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2013 M56: 2 complaints, 3 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 M56 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Infiniti M56 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 M56 | 2 | 3 | 5★ | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 M56 | 3 | 3 | 4★ | Engine | |
| 2011 M56 | 13 | 2 | 4★ | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Infiniti M56 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (13), 2012 (3), 2013 (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 M56?
Power Train, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Infiniti M56 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.