2011 Infiniti M37 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2011 Infiniti M37 sits mid-pack among M37 years: 48 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 44, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
Transmission leads the complaint categories with 15 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
48
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
8
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
4
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2011 compare to other M37 years?
What are the most common 2011 Infiniti M37 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 15 | 31% | new |
| Speed Control | 5 | 10% | new |
| Steering | 5 | 10% | new |
| Electrical System | 5 | 10% | new |
| Engine | 4 | 8% | new |
| Other | 3 | 6% | new |
| Airbags | 2 | 4% | new |
| Brakes | 2 | 4% | new |
| Suspension | 2 | 4% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 4% | new |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | new |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 2% | new |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | 2% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I WAS TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM OFF AN ON RAMP ONTO A HIGHWAY AND THE CAR COMPLETELY HESITATED. THE TRANSMISSION TOOK A GOOD TWO SECONDS TO ACCELERATE AND GET INTO A SAFE POSITION TO PASS, WHEN I WAS STRUCK FROM BEHIND BY A CAR IN THE SLOW LANE. I HAVE MADE A COMPLAINT BEFORE ABOUT THIS SAME ISSUE…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOOK THAT HELD THE FLOOR MAT IN PLACE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WAS NOT STABLE. THE FLOOR MAT BECAME LOOSE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE ERRONEOUSLY, RESULTING IN A CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE…”
“WE OWN A 2011 INFINITY M37X THAT WE FEEL IS UNSAFE BECAUSE OF A STEERING DEFECT. THE VEHICLE CONTINUALLY VEERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE UNLESS THE ROAD TRAVELLED IS PERFECTLY FLAT WITHOUT ANY IMPERFECTIONS. WE HAVE TO MAKE CONTINUAL COURSE CORRECTIONS AND IT IS VERY EASY TO OVERCOMPENSATE THE STEERING,…”
“BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING. I HAD TO JUMP IT COUPLE TIMES AND TODAY I JUMPED IT, EVERYTHING CAME BACK, BUT THE CAR WON'T START. IT FLASHES 'WARNING KEY SYSTEM'. THE CAR IS AT THE INFINITI DEALER NOW. THEY WILL CALL ME TOMORROW WITH THE INFO ABOUT WHAT'S GOING ON WITH THE CAR. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL…”
“2011 INFINITI M37. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG MALFUNCTION AND ENGINE NOT STARTING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT, IN WHICH THE REPAIR BILL WAS IN EXCESS OF $20,000. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE BRAKES WERE A CONSTANT PROBLEM.”
2011 Infiniti M37 — common questions
Is the 2011 Infiniti M37 reliable?
It is close to typical for the M37: 48 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2011 M37 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (15 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints), steering (5 complaints).
Does the 2011 Infiniti M37 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2011 Infiniti M37.
How safe is the 2011 Infiniti M37?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2011 Infiniti M37 earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.