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US recalls (1)
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: NON-DEPLOYMENT OF SIDE AIR BAGS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
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.
Canadian recalls (1)
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Airbag
2012-02-22 · campaign 2012-069 · 139 vehicles
Certain vehicles may develop increased electrical resistance in the intermediate connector for the seat-mounted side airbags. As a result, the airbags may not function as intended, causing the instrument panel warning lamp to illuminate. Failure of the side airbags to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will change the mounting location of both side airbag intermediate connectors and add epoxy to prevent movement inside the connectors.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Infiniti Q45 (1 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 16 model years of this model, it ranks #7 for the most complaints (median 12).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 6 | |
| Electrical system | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | |
| Service brakes, electric | 1 | |
| Service brakes | 1 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | |
| Seat belts | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2003 Infiniti Q45.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2003 Infiniti Q45 4-DR. w/SAB | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2003 Infiniti Q45 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Q45 4.5 L Automatic (S5) | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
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