The contact owns a 1999 Infiniti Q45. While the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the driver's seat belt strap was shredding. The vehicle was taken to the dealer at the manufacturer's request. The contact was informed that the seat belt strap needed to be replaced and that the part was ordered. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact later received an email from the manufacturer stating that the parts were no longer manufactured. The contact was informed that there was no fix for the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 295,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The worst 2001 Infiniti Q45 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
Problems by type
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- Electrical2
- Acceleration1
- Seat belts1
Recalls 1
Wheels
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels, the wheels may have a casting defect from which cracks could propagate as the vehicle is being driven.
- Risk
- If a sufficient number of cracks develop, the wheel could fail and separate from the mounting hub, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these wheels. Owner notification began april 28, 2003. 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 infiniti at 1‑800‑662‑6200.
Recall number 03V098000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Infiniti Q45 49
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Intelligent key not detected / engine will not start
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Window glass warranty information
- Windshield cracking
- 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...
2001 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 | 21 | 18 |
What 2001 Infiniti Q45 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* - the contact stated that during 2006 they replaced the alternator in her 2001 infiniti q45. The contact is concerned because she was informed of a recall in canada for a similar failure. The current odometer reading is 79000. *nm updated 03/02/07.
Vehicle experiences a total electrical shutdown. First occasion was after a 6 hour drive and shut down in the parking lot. Vehicle was transported 100 miles to nearest infinity dealership, alternator checked out, recharged the battery and returned the vehicle. Second experience occurred 1 month later while driving the vehicle again experienced total shutdown, all lights on dash came on, engine shutdown. Vehicle towed to infinity dealership, replaced alternator and battery, as of this date continuing to search for cause.
Child safety seat failure, harness adjuster fails to properly tighten. *bf *sc
When the consumer placed the vehicle in the reverse gear the vehicle accelerated suddenly and caused an accident. *ak *cb
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Questions about the 2001 Infiniti Q45
Is the 2001 Infiniti Q45 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2001 Infiniti Q45, fewer than a typical Q45 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Infiniti Q45?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Infiniti Q45 have?
1 recall, covering wheels.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Infiniti Q45 get?
Official estimates for the 2001 Infiniti Q45 range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.1L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 21 highway.
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