Model year guide

2002 Infiniti Q45

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Infiniti Q45 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2002 Infiniti Q45 — representative photo
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2002 Infiniti Q45 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints22
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$3,408

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Infiniti Q45 recalls 1

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #03V455000 · 17/11/2003

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS NEW CAMPAIGN. THE REPLACEMENT SENSORS USED IN THAT CAMPAIGN ARE ALSO AFFECTED…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2002 Infiniti Q45 common problems

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2002 Infiniti Q45 MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2002 Infiniti Q45 worth?

Low
$1,400
Typical price
$3,408
High
$4,700

From 13 comparable 2002 Infiniti Q45 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Infiniti Q45 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,050
Total$25,800
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,408) with the same model 3 model-years older ($1,020), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Infiniti Q45 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
4.5L 8-cyl

2002 Infiniti Q45 vehicles on record

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Other Infiniti Q45 model years

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2002 Infiniti Q45 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Infiniti Q45 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Infiniti Q45. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Infiniti Q45?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, air bags, wheels.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Infiniti Q45 get?

The 2002 Infiniti Q45 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2002 Infiniti Q45 worth?

Comparable 2002 Infiniti Q45 listings run roughly $1,400–$4,700, typically around $3,408 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.