AFTER 3 DAYS PARKING IN GARAGE, THE BATTERY WAS DRAINED. WE HOOKED UP A BATTERY CHARGER. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS FLASHED A FEW TIMES AND THEN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. THE CAR WENT TOTALLY DEAD. NONE OF THE BUTTONS WAS WORKING, NOT EVEN THE TRUNK LID. SIMILAR SITUATION HAPPENED BEFORE, BUT THE CAR WAS ABLE TO START BY JUMPING. WE WILL CONTACT THE DEALER TODAY. THERE MUST BE SO…
2011 infiniti M37 electrical problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
BATTERY FAILURES CAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UNABLE TO HANDLE OVERNIGHT DISCHARGE.WITH ONBOARD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WITHIN 2 DAYS THE BATTERY IS DEAD AND REQUIRES A JUMP START. *TR
BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING. I HAD TO JUMP IT COUPLE TIMES AND TODAY I JUMPED IT, EVERYTHING CAME BACK, BUT THE CAR WON'T START. IT FLASHES 'WARNING KEY SYSTEM'. THE CAR IS AT THE INFINITI DEALER NOW. THEY WILL CALL ME TOMORROW WITH THE INFO ABOUT WHAT'S GOING ON WITH THE CAR. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL CAR!!!! INFINITI PLEASE FIX THESE PROBLEMS. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2011 infiniti M37?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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