CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Infiniti M56 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2012 Infiniti M56 recalls
Driveshaft Can Break, Causing Power Loss or Roll-Away
The driveshaft in certain two-wheel drive vehicles can fatigue and break.
Driveshaft May Break, Causing Loss of Power or Rollaway
Certain Infiniti M56, M35 Hybrid, and Q70 vehicles from 2011 to 2014 may have a driveshaft that can break.
Most common 2012 Infiniti M56 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
My 2012 Infiniti M56 is having the same issues as the recall number 11V592000 My car is currently at an Infiniti dealership. It was noted that it was low on oil and the fusible link was destroyed to prevent the engine from seizing up. My life was put endanger as my car shut off at the red light intersection. I received no warning lamps or messages of symptoms prior to the failure. Failure 1st appeared July 17th, 2022 Summary NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN FRONTIER, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN XTERRA, MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN NV VEHICLES. SOME OF THE BOLTS THAT CONNECT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M56. WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOWERED TO BE ADJUSTED AT A CERTAIN DEGREE, IT SEIZED OR BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 64,000.
I WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP AT A INTERSECTION IN MY 2012 INFINITI M56X. UPON ACCELERATION THE CAR STARTED TO HESITATE AND JERK FORWARD (THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON) AS I WAS PUSHING ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE CAR BARELY CREPT THROUGH THE INTERSECTION AND I MADE IT TO A PARKING LOT. I PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND PUSHED ON THE ACCELERATOR THE ENGINE WAS LOOSING POWER AND SKIPPING REAL BAD. I HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE DEALER SAID THAT THE CAM SENSORS WERE BAD. THE SENSORS WERE ALL REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. AFTER 4 MONTHS IN THE SHOP TRYING TO FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM AND REPLACING NUMEROUS OF PARTS THE PROBLEM SEEMED TO HAVE GOTTEN BETTER HOWEVER
2012 Infiniti M56 questions
Does the 2012 Infiniti M56 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Infiniti M56: Driveshaft Can Break, Causing Power Loss or Roll-Away; Driveshaft May Break, Causing Loss of Power or Rollaway; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Infiniti M56?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Unknown Or Other (1), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Infiniti M56 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.