1998 INFINITI Q45 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
16
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1998 INFINITI Q45
The 1998 INFINITI Q45 has received a total of 16 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Nissan North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bagsfrontal (3 complaints), Air Bags (2 complaints), and Air Bagssidewindow (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1998 INFINITI Q45
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 1998 INFINITI Q45, potentially affecting up to 200,000 vehicles.
Recall 02V171000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 161,000 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 99V129000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 17,000 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 98V325000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
| 22,000 vehicles affected
Defect: 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."
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 1998 INFINITI Q45
16 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1998 INFINITI Q45. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bagsfrontal | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Air Bagssidewindow | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Beltsfrontretractor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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 NHTSA 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. *NM
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. *JB
Safety Rating for the 1998 INFINITI Q45
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1998 INFINITI Q45 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1998 INFINITI Q45
Nissan North America, Inc. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1998 INFINITI Q45. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ITB00010 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION OR BRAKE PEDAL PULSATION WHEN BRAKING. *TT
ITB99005A — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING WATER / CONDENSATION APPEARING IN THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY. *TT
ITB99031 — SEATS
INFORMATION ON SERVICING INOPERATIVE FRONT SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT MECHANISM. *TT
ITB99027 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
ITB98062 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON INTERIOR SQUEAK AND RATTLE REPAIR. *YC
98037 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING AN INTERMITTENT NO START INCIDENT. *YC
98030 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONCERNS WITH CUP HOLDER LID DOES NOT OPEN. *YC
97010A — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
SERVICE INFORMATION IF THE FUEL FILLER LID DOES NOT OPEN. *TT
97007A — VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
INCIDENTS WITH WINDOW GLASS STICKS TO RUN RUBBER. *YC
NHTSA Investigations for the 1998 INFINITI Q45
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INFINITI Q45
- 1993 INFINITI Q45 — 3 complaints
- 1994 INFINITI Q45 — 47 complaints
- 1995 INFINITI Q45 — 8 complaints
- 1996 INFINITI Q45 — 8 complaints
- 1997 INFINITI Q45 — 13 complaints
- 1998 INFINITI Q45 (current)
- 1999 INFINITI Q45 — 10 complaints
- 2000 INFINITI Q45 — 13 complaints
- 2001 INFINITI Q45 — 4 complaints
- 2002 INFINITI Q45 — 29 complaints
- 2003 INFINITI Q45 — 20 complaints
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