1994 Infiniti Q45 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 47 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.1 times the median Q45 year — the 1994 model ranks #2 of 20 Q45 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (10), airbags (9), and fuel system (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
47
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
11
Crash-involved
4
Fires reported
7
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1994 compare to other Q45 years?
What are the most common 1994 Infiniti Q45 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 21% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 9 | 19% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 7 | 15% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 5 | 11% | — flat |
| Transmission | 3 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 3 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 3 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 4% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 2% | — flat |
| Brakes | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | new |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, HEARD POPPING SOUNDS FROM REAR, SMELLED SMOKE AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN. VEHICLE FILLED WITH SMOKE BY TIME STOPPED VEHICLE. ELECTRICAL FIRE BURNED AREA BETWEEN TRUNK AND BACK SEAT, AROUND GAS TANK ON PASSENGER SIDE.*AK”
“A VEHICLE MADE AN ILLEGAL U-TURN IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AND I STRUCK HIM IN THE LEFT REAR, CAUSING HIM TO DO A COMPLETE 180 DEGREE TURN, THE FORCE WAS IN MY CENTER FRONT. THE AIRBAGS ON NEATHER SIDE OF MY VEHICLE DEPLOYED ,ADDING TO THE INJURIES OF BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER. AT THIS TIME THE…”
“I HAVE DISCUSSED THIS WITH ANOTHER Q45 OWNER WHO HAS HAD THIS SIMILAR PRBLEM. ALL HIS FUEL INJECTION ASSEMBLY'S HAVE BEEN REPLACED. SOME MORE THAN ONCE. THE COST TO REPLACE IS AROUND $480-500 INCLUDING LABOR. *AK”
“ENGINE SHUDDERS AND THERE IS NO PRIOR WARNING. WHEN THE VEHICLE SHAKES THERE IS NO POWER FOR TEN SECONDS, AND THEN PICKS UP AGAIN. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK”
“AFTER MAKING SLOW TURN, ACCELERATED GOING STRAIGHT, SUDDENLY FRONT RIGHT WHEEL LOCKED, RENDERING STEERING INOPERATIVE, DUE TO OIL AND WET ROAD, AND FISH TAILING”
1994 Infiniti Q45 — common questions
Is the 1994 Infiniti Q45 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 47 complaints put the 1994 model at #2 of 20 Q45 years. It is one of the Q45 years to avoid.
What are the most common 1994 Q45 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), airbags (9 complaints), fuel system (7 complaints).
Does the 1994 Infiniti Q45 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Which Infiniti Q45 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Q45 years to avoid are 1991, 1994, 1992, 1990. The cleanest record among Q45 years belongs to 2006.
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.