1992 Infiniti Q45: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1992 Infiniti Q45: 1 recall, 28 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #98V284000 · 1998 · 28,970 vehicles
What's wrong: A conductive bridge can form between two lines of the circuit board pattern when there is accumulated electrolyte leaked froma capacitor and high humidity conditions. This can close a transistor on the circuit board which causes overheating.
Why it matters: This condition could result in smoke or flame and possibly the speaker catching fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the circuit board with a new board that has been coated.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 6 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Engine & cooling (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are fire / smoke (3), electrical failure (2).
- Equipment (4): the most common themes are fire / smoke (4).
The 1992 Infiniti Q45 has 28 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 17 Q45 model years for complaints (2.1× the average Q45 year). Complaints peaked in 1999 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 10,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1991 (34 complaints, 2 recalls), 1993 (2 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1992 Infiniti Q45 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1992 Infiniti Q45. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1992 Infiniti Q45 problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (8), engine & cooling (6), electrical (4).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Infiniti Q45 get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.5 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1992 Infiniti Q45 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.