CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Infiniti FX45 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
2005 Infiniti FX45 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles uses a propellant that can degrade over time after long exposure to high humidity, high heat, and repeated temperature swings.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture in a crash
Certain Infiniti FX35, FX45, M35, and M45 vehicles, and some Nissan Versa models from the 2005 through 2010 model years, have a passenger-side front air bag inflator that can rupture when the air bags deploy in a crash.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which may cause it to rupture.
Passenger Air Bag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Most common 2005 Infiniti FX45 problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 INFINITI FX45. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS MELTING. THE DEALER (RED NOLAND INFINITI, 425 MOTOR WORLD PKWY, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80905, (719)-444-8881) WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO GET A DASHBOARD COVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,400.
I WAS DRIVING HOME AND WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. I FELT A JERK FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. MY CAR THEN BEGAN TO DRIVE VERY SLUGGISHLY AND STRUGGLED TO PICK UP SPEED. I MADE IT HOME A FEW BLOCKS AWAY AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE SHOP WHERE I WAS TOLD I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THE CODES I RECEIVED WERE P1754, P1757, AND P1759. I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE 5 SPEED ONLY. I WOULD LIKE TO ADD THAT I HAVE NEVER HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON OR HAD ANY PROBLEMS WIH MY VEHICLE UNTIL NOW. I THINK IT SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO THE AWD AS WELL.
AIR BAG RECALL RECEIVED ON RE ABOUT JULY 2016. AS OF TODAY , SEPTEMBER 22, 2016, THE REPAIRS HAVE NOT BEEN MADE.
"TAKATA RECALL" MY CARS DASHBOARD WAS REPLACED ONCE BEFORE DUE TO BUBBLES AND MELTING LIKE GUM BEFORE MY EYES AND I DO USE A SUNSCREEN NOW IT'S LIKE A NIGHTMARE STARTING ALL OVER AGAIN. CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT ARE YOUR COMPANY GOING TO DO ABOUT THIS.
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER'S FRONTAL AIR BAG, THE INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE WITH METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. N THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER’S FRONTAL AIR BAG, THE INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE WITH METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. THIS STANDARD IS TO REDUCE TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS AND DEATHS AND INJURIES RESULTING FROM TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS, BY PROVIDING ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION OF THE ROADWAY, AND BY ENHANCING THE CONSPICUITY OF MOTOR VEHICLES ON THE PUBLIC ROADS SO THAT THEIR PRESENCE IS PERCEIVED AND
2005 Infiniti FX45 questions
Does the 2005 Infiniti FX45 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2005 Infiniti FX45: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture in a crash; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger Air Bag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Infiniti FX45?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4), Latches/Locks/Linkages (2), Structure (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Infiniti FX45 has been fixed?
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