Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Infiniti M45. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗FUEL GAUGE
- Summary
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2004 INFINITI M45 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 7, 2002, THROUGH JUNE 3, 2004. DUE TO A CIRCUIT BOARD FAILURE, THE FUEL GAUGE MAY READ A FUEL LEVEL HIGHER THAN ACTUALLY EXISTS. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE MAY RUN OUT OF GAS WITHOUT NOTICE.
- Consequence
- THE VEHICLE MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE CIRCUIT BOARD FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
NISSAN/CRANK/CAM POSITION SENSOR WELD
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD CAUSE THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON, CREATE A NO START CONDITION, CAUSE REDUCED ENGINE POWER, OR CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS NEW CAMPAIGN. THE REPLACEMENT SENSORS USED IN THAT CAMPAIGN ARE ALSO AFFECTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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Owner complaints (129)
129 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 129 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 72 | 55.8% |
| Engine | 23 | 17.8% |
| Electrical system | 22 | 17.1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 18 | 14% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 4.7% |
| Seats | 5 | 3.9% |
| Power train | 4 | 3.1% |
| Air bags | 3 | 2.3% |
| Structure | 3 | 2.3% |
| Equipment | 2 | 1.6% |
How 2003 compares with other M45 years
Best and worst M45 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 129 | 2 |
| 2004 | 43 | 2 |
| 2006 | 72 | 5 |
| 2007 | 27 | 4 |
| 2008 | 6 | 5 |
| 2009 | 2 | 5 |
| 2010 | 1 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 494 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2003 M45 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2003 Infiniti M45 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2003 Infiniti M45 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 12V088000 (fuel system), 03V455000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2003 Infiniti M45 problems?
Owners filed 129 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (72), Engine (23), Electrical system (22) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2003 Infiniti M45 get?
EPA rates the 4.5 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 16 city, 22 highway and 18 combined mpg.
How does the 2003 M45 compare with other years?
Among the 2003–2010 Infiniti M45 model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2003 the most (129). The 2003 drew 129. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.