2012 INFINITI M56 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 4 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2012 INFINITI M56 has 4 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 M56 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 M56 (this page) | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 M56 | 2 | 0 |
Limited NHTSA data — only 4 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily.
Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
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…
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…
I was disappointed with my 2012 Infiniti m37x purchased on 1/3/2012 at Infiniti. My safety was put at risk with this vehicle. I took delivery of my new m37x on the night of 1/4/2012. Upon delivery, I drove at highway speeds(65 MPH). The car was vibrating constantly, and I felt…
Common questions
Is the 2012 Infiniti M56 reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 4 owner complaints have been filed for the 2012 Infiniti M56, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2012 Infiniti M56?
Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2012 INFINITI M56 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2012 Infiniti M56?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2012 Infiniti M56 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2012 Infiniti M56 a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 4 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2012 Infiniti M56?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Infiniti M56 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 M56?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 4 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.