1998 Infiniti Q45 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1998 Infiniti Q45.

19971999
Complaints
16
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1998 Infiniti Q45 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Air Bags:Frontal

Crash-related:3
#22 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:1
#31 complaints

Air Bags:Side/Window

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1998 Infiniti Q45.

Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1998 Infiniti Q45 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1998 Infiniti Q45 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1998 Infiniti Q45 has 16 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Air Bags:Frontal with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1998 Infiniti Q45?
Top reported problems: Air Bags:Frontal (3 complaints); Airbags (2 complaints); Air Bags:Side/Window (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1998 Infiniti Q45?
NHTSA complaints for the 1998 Infiniti Q45 include 4 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1998 Infiniti Q45 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1998 Infiniti Q45 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1998 Infiniti Q45?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Infiniti Q45 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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