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1992 Infiniti Q45 Q45t

The 1992 Infiniti Q45 Q45t is a 278-hp 4.5-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 278 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 292 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Q45 measures 199.8 inches long on a 113.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,039 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine Type4.5L DOHC V8 (VH45DE)
Displacement4.5 L
Horsepower278 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque292 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cyl (32 total), variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke93.0 x 82.7 mm
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeElectronic multiport fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive
Differential TypeViscous limited-slip differential (R200V)
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (RE4R03A)
1st Gear2.784
2nd Gear1.544
3rd Gear1
4th Gear0.694
Final Drive3.538
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded (91 octane)
Tank Capacity22.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, upper/lower control arms (wishbone), coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link, coil springs, Super HICAS 4-wheel steering
Front Stabilizer Bar1 mm smaller diameter than Base
Rear Stabilizer BarAdded (Base has none)
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersSingle-piston floating caliper (CL28VF)
Front Brake Disc11.02 in (280 mm), ventilated
Rear Brake Disc11.50 in (292 mm), solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 7 in
Wheels Rear16 x 7 in
Tires Front215/60R16
Tires Rear215/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length199.8 in
Width71.9 in
Height56.3 in
Wheelbase113.4 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Cargo Volume14.8 ft³
Curb Weight4,039 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.2 in
Headroom Rear36.3 in
Legroom Front43.9 in
Legroom Rear32 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti Q45. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 5, 1998 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BOSE REAR SPEAKERS THAT HAVE AN INTEGRAL AMPLIFIER. A CONDUCTIVE BRIDGE CAN FORM BETWEEN TWO LINES OF THE CIRCUIT BOARD PATTERN WHEN THERE IS ACCUMULATED ELECTROLYTE LEAKED FROMA CAPACITOR AND HIGH HUMIDITY CONDITIONS. THIS CAN CLOSE A TRANSISTOR ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD WHICH CAUSES OVERHEATING.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR FLAME AND POSSIBLY THE SPEAKER CATCHING FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CIRCUIT BOARD WITH A NEW BOARD THAT HAS BEEN COATED.

NHTSA campaign 98V284000

28 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti Q45

Owner Complaints

28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti Q45 (3 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train8
Engine And Engine Cooling6
Electrical System4
Equipment4
Air Bags2
Fuel System2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 9, 2007 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train, Electrical System Crash
“TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD PURCHASED 1992 INFINITY Q45 ON 02/2006 ,AND ON 12/21/06 THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STEERING WAS DIFFICULT…”
Jun 24, 2005 · Electrical System Fire
“FACTORY INSTALLED BOSE RADIO SOUND SYSTEM, RIGHT REAR SPEAKER AMPLIFIER STARTED TO SMOKE & BURN. THE INCIDENT STARTED BY A STATIC SOUND,BLACK SMOKE,FIRE,WITHIN 3 MINUTES. RADIO STATIC FOR 3 MINUTES AS…”
Jun 6, 2005 · Equipment Fire
“DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON HIS VEHICLE -- NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID #98V284000. THE RECALL WAS SUPPOSE TO BEEN CORRECTED ON FEB. 17, 1999, ACCORDING TO THE SHOP FOREMAN. ON JUNE 5…”
Jun 7, 2003 · Steering, Fuel System, Gasoline
“THE CAR WHILE DRIVING JUST STARTED LEAKING GAS, WITH FAMILY IN THE CAR. THE STEERING COLUMN IS DEFECTIVE. *JB”
Dec 3, 2001 · Equipment Fire
“CONSUMER REPLACED REAR SPEAKERS OF SOUND SYSTEM WITH AFTER MARKET PRODUCTS IN JUNE OF 1998 DUE TO A FIRE. RECEIVED NOTIFICATION THAT VEHICLE WAS AFFECTED BY RECALL 98V284000 CONCERNING REAR SPEAKER…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 INFINITI Q45. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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