1994 Infiniti Q45 review from North America
"A poorly-constructed vehicle with poor reliability."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The transmission has been replaced 2 times, once at 48,000 miles, and once at 65,000 miles. Replacements were factory rebuilt units. ($3,500 each)
The front suspension alignment arms have silicone bushings which rupture every 30,000 miles. ($300 each)
Fuel injectors ($280 each) had to be replaced at 70,000 miles.
Wiring harness is made up of solid strand wires. There have been numerous breaks in the harness which have had to be repaired. In one case, the brake lights quit working. In another case, the mass air flow meter electrical ground broke.
Interior finishings have deteriorated badly. Leather covering on the steering wheel has peeled off in places. Carpets have yellowed and rear package shelf fabric is badly faded. (The car is always garaged.)
Replacing the plastic shift lock cover (about 1/4 x 1/2 inch in size) on the transmission panel requires the purchase of the entire cover at $500.
General comments?
This car is comfortable to drive and handles well.
The cabin is small and there are no cup holders.
The car is poorly constructed and requires enormous amounts of very expensive maintenance to keep it operating.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.5L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 32000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74000 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Bonneville |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2003 |