1991 Infiniti Q45: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 34 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is equipment (18% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Nov 1998
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“When switching gears from park to drive vehicle hesitates, consumer also, when traveling there is a lound noise coming from the front end, transmission slipping. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer stated fuel filter line needed replacing. Please provide any further details. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 1999
“Recall repair of the rear speaker/amplifiers completed, front speakers are experiencing same defect however are not included in the recall repair.”Owner report · Equipment · Feb 1999
“Terminal to fuel modulator shorted causing failure of modulator. This occurred twice and resulting in failure of a second modulator and fuel pump.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 1999
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“Defective torque converter is causing a vibration effect when gas is pressed and speedodmeter reads 40-55 mph. Dealer contacted, and are aware of the problem with other models, but not on this model. However, problem still exists. Provide further information. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 1999
“Radiator cap leaks, causing fluid to leak out onto the engine while the vehicle is being driven. Dealer has been contacted. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 1998
“Vehicle has a history of requiring brake pads every 3000 to 12000 miles. Owner feels there's something wrong with the brake system.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jan 1998
“Vehicle has defective brake pads. While driving and pressing the brake pedal, it goes down metal to metal. There was no warning/indicator light. Speed limit is at normal or below, when going down hill the vehicle is in second gear, dealer contacted dealer, and states that the pads are sufficient for the vehicle. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · May 1997
“Consumer unplugged the speaker from the front driver's side door after he had experienced fumed/odors from that area. Consumer received a recall notice for the rear speaker fires--I recall 9v-284. *ak”Owner report · Equipment · Mar 1997
“Right passenger window falls down inside of door. Transmission fluid leaks onto exhaust system resulting in lots of smoke.”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 1996
“The NHTSA did a recall on the back speakers for this same car and there is a problem with the front speaker as well. *ak”Owner report · Equipment · Jun 1996
When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 3 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BOSE REAR SPEAKERS THAT HAVE AN INTEGRAL AMPLIFIER. A CONDUCTIVE BRIDGE CAN FORM BETWEEN TWO LINES OF THE CIRCUIT BOARD PATTERN WHEN THERE IS ACCUMULATED ELECTROLYTE LEAKED FROMA CAPACITOR AND HIGH HUMIDITY CONDITIONS. THIS CAN CLOSE A TRANSISTOR ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD WHICH CAUSES OVERHEATING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CIRCUIT BOARD WITH A NEW BOARD THAT HAS BEEN COATED.
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE.
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Is the 1991 Infiniti Q45 reliable?
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Infiniti Q45. The most complained-about area is equipment (18% of complaints).
Does the 1991 Infiniti Q45 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.