AI Damage2008 Infiniti M45: common problems
Owners of the 2008 Infiniti M45 filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags and engine. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 6
What fails most often
- 1 Air bags 50% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 33% of all complaints
- 3 Steering 17% of all complaints
- Air bags: 3 complaints (50% of all).
- Engine: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Steering: 1 complaints (17% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4.5 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 5-speed
Drive: RWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 6 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The owner changed the spark plugs. The contact called circle infiniti (300 nj-36, west long branch, [ZIP], [phone]) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
Takata air bag recall we received a safety recall 16v-349 around august 1, 2016. Contacted local infiniti dealer and they have not received the replacement. Could expect it in 4 to 6 weeks. Expected time came and went and we were told it would be another month to 6 weeks.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 infiniti m45. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v349000 (air bags). The part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
Sitting at a light the first time and the engine stalled out in idle mode. The 2nd timein the same day I was driving in the neigborhood and going maybe 15miles per hour and the car turned off with no warning or reason.
While driving east (uphill) on I-90 from seattle toward snoqualmie pass, my car suddenly and unexpectedly veered into the adjacent lane, literally tearing/turning the steering wheel out of my hands. I pulled off the freeway to let my heart rate slow down.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 13,278 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 36% most complained about).
On average one model year of the M45 has 40 complaints (7 years in the data). This year has 6, below average.
What to check before buying
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Infiniti M45?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: air bags, engine, steering. Total complaints: 6. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: won't start (17%), stalls while driving (17%), warning lights, check engine (17%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2008 Infiniti M45?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2008 Infiniti M45 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2008 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.