This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2010 Infiniti M45.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2010 Infiniti M45 has 3 recalls, all centered on the front passenger airbag inflator, which can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
These three recalls all address the same defect in the passenger-side frontal airbag inflator. When the airbag deploys, the inflator can explode rather than inflate the bag in a controlled way, scattering sharp metal shards toward the driver and passengers. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, which is why multiple recall campaigns cover the same component. Owners in high-humidity regions, including coastal and southern states, may fall under a more targeted filing due to the role moisture plays in accelerating inflator degradation, but all affected vehicles share the same core risk and the same fix.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflators may explode due to propellant breakdown after exposure to humidity, heat, and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bags with new desiccated inflators at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger air bag inflators may rupture during a crash because the propellant inside degrades after long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes, caused by propellant degradation.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
