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ProblemsByVin File / 2012-INFINITI-M37
2012 · infiniti

infiniti M37 problems

0 safety recalls. 30 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
11 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
7 reports · avg $1,100
moderate
powertrain
5 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2012 M37 · airbags
THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON IN MY 2012 INFINITI M-37 UPON STARTING IT THE MORNING OF 10/09/2020. I BROUGHT IT INTO MY LOCAL TAMPA INFINITI DEALERSHIP ON 10/21/2020 WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR AND HAVE HAD OVER 90% OF THE SERVICING COMPLETED. MY SERVICE ADVISOR…
11/27/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11376775.0
2012 M37 · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HESITATED AND EXHIBITED A LOUD BANG WHEN SHIFTING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE VEHICLE WAS TEST DRIVEN. THE DEALER RE-PROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE AND THE…
11/09/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10483796.0
2012 M37 · electrical
2 DAYS AGO I WAS LEAVING THE MARKET & MY CAR WON'T START EVERY LIGHT FROM ENGINE , BRAKES, ELECTRICAL COME ON. I WAITED 15 MINUTES @ IT STARTED. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 7 TIMES. I HAVE MAY SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS. I'VE MENTIONED IT TO MY DEALER, I THOUGHT IT COULD BE…
11/02/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11144828.0
2012 M37 · powertrain
EXPERIENCED VERY SLOW ACCELERATOR RESPONSE SINCE VEHICLE WAS BRAND NEW. NOW IN ADDITION TO THAT THE CAR IS HAVING HORRIBLE PROBLEMS WHILE BRAKING, TRANSMISSION BANGS OUT OF GEAR, THE CAR ALSO DROPS MULTIPLE GEARS AT ONCE WHICH CAUSES A VERY HIGH REV OF ENGINE. IT FEELS SO…
11/01/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10482938.0

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Common questions

Is the 2012 Infiniti M37 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 Infiniti M37 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2012 Infiniti M37?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 11 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Infiniti M37 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2012 Infiniti M37?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 30 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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