Tl* the contact owns a 1998 infiniti q45. The contact stated that the air bag light illuminated. The dealer stated that the air bag was faulty. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
The worst 1998 Infiniti Q45 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags6
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags6
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
Recalls 3
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.
- Risk
- If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the alternator. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261 or infiniti at 1‑800‑662‑6200.
Recall number 02V171000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. One of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.
- Risk
- If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the alternator.
Recall number 99V129000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Vehicle desription: passenger vehicles. The ignition key can be removed when the engine is turned off without placing the transmission shift lever in the "park" position. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
- Risk
- If this occurred and the driver failed to move the shift lever to 'park' or engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away if parked on a slope.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the shift lock control unit.
Recall number 98V325000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Infiniti Q45 69
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Wheel bearing collision damage
- Infiniti; front sonar parking sensor service information
- Exterior cleaning information service information
- Plastic interior trim protective covering removal service information
- Transmission & engine automated data collection and diagnostic reporting service information
- Infiniti USA Electronic Field Communication Subject: Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report Lists Updated...
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- DBS Enhancement: Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report INFINITI announced the availability of a new DBS...
1998 Infiniti Q45 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1L 8‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 22 | 18 |
What 1998 Infiniti Q45 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 infiniti q45. The contact indicated that the service engine sensor illuminated and there was a loss of power. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on several occasions. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who was not able to replicate or diagnose the failure. The contact was not included in recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 infiniti q45. The contact stated that the steering column was fractured. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic shop who advised that the steering column was fractured and the repairs would cost $2400. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted who advised that her VIN was not included in any recalls and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 130,000.
While driving at approximately 35 MPH the owner hit a vehicle on the front right side. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy. The driver and passenger sustained injuries, but did not seek immediate medical attention. *ak *sc *jb the impact was so great that it pushed back the frame rail one inch. The consumer is questioning whether or not the vehicle even has air bags and wants nissan to inspect the vehicle.
While driving at 35 MPH the vehicle collided into another vehicle. The dual airbags did not deploy. The driver sustained spinal injuries and the passenger sustained chest and back injuries. The vehicle was considered total loss. Please provide additional information.
Front seat passenger - 5'9" sitting all the way back with seat belt on. Lifted left arm up just before front end crash impact and suffered a bad fracture requiring surgery and pin placement to left distal radius (forearm bone near wrist on thumb side). 1998 infinity q45.
Seat belt retracter on driver seat is very week and must be assited to retact
While driving on highway vehicle shutoff without any warning. As a result, to alternator malfunctioned. Dealer contacted.
The car was parked after driving the car for approx 1.5 miles and after about 15 20 minutes restauarant attendant inquired who owns that car? And informed that there is smoke coming out of the car. 911 was called for fire dept help. Fire fighters extinquished the fire.
Driver's side airbag light appeared on dashboard constantly. Dealership is aware of problem.
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Questions about the 1998 Infiniti Q45
Is the 1998 Infiniti Q45 reliable?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 1998 Infiniti Q45, 2.0 times a typical Q45 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Infiniti Q45?
Airbags, with 6 complaints. Next is electrical (3).
How many recalls does the 1998 Infiniti Q45 have?
3 recalls, covering electrical system and power train.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Infiniti Q45 get?
Official estimates for the 1998 Infiniti Q45 range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.1L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 22 highway.
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