2011 Infiniti M37 Problems
The 2011 Infiniti M37 has 36 NHTSA complaints, with transmission issues dominating, but no recalls and low data confidence. Based on 36 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.
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This 2011 Infiniti M37 has 36 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2011 Infiniti M37 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2011 Infiniti M37 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2011 Infiniti M37 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2011 Infiniti M37 4 DR AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
11.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
11.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
INFINITI M37 2011 has 36 NHTSA complaints, with 17 transmission/drivetrain issues and 6 steering defects. No recalls were issued. Buyers should inspect transmission and steering before purchase. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- M37
- Model year
- 2011
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 36
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 26
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2011 Infiniti M37 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Steering Defects
Unintended Acceleration
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Steering Defects, Unintended Acceleration. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2011 Infiniti M37?
The 2011 Infiniti M37 may be worth considering if priced low, but buyers should prioritize a thorough transmission inspection due to the high complaint count. The lack of recalls is positive, but the low data confidence means patterns may not be fully representative.
Transmission issues are the most reported problem, affecting 17 out of 36 complaints, which could lead to costly repairs. Steering defects and unintended acceleration also appear, warranting pre-purchase checks.
May Suit
This year may suit a buyer comfortable with higher maintenance risk and willing to invest in a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the price reflects the potential for transmission work.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a worry-free ownership experience or those unable to afford potential transmission repairs should avoid this model year.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2011 Infiniti M37
Inspection Focus
- Transmission fluid condition and shift quality
- Steering system for looseness or noise
- Accelerator pedal and throttle response
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission for slipping, hesitation, or unusual noises
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for transmission and steering repairs
- Have a mechanic inspect steering and acceleration systems before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2011 Infiniti M37 shows 36 total complaints, with 17 related to the transmission/drivetrain and 6 to steering. No recalls were issued for this model year. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Only one model year (2011) was analyzed, so no direct comparison to other years is available from this data.
Recall context: With zero recalls, the vehicle has no known safety-related defects requiring manufacturer intervention, but this does not guarantee absence of issues.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for 17 of 36 total complaints, the highest category.
- Steering defects were reported in 6 complaints, indicating potential handling concerns.
- Unintended acceleration was noted in 5 complaints, a safety-critical issue.
- Transmission / Drivetrain failures or malfunctions
- Steering defects affecting control
- Unintended acceleration incidents
Full breakdown
All 2011 Infiniti M37 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Infiniti M37. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Infiniti M37. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The Air Bag Warning Light on the dash blinks continuously and the Front Passenger Air Bag Status Light remains on whether or not the seat is occupied. I took the car to the Infiniti dealer. The Service Advisor said the Occupant Classification System Control Unit or OCS sensor n…
VEHICLE HAS HESITATION DURING ACCELERATION, IT LAGS AND TRANSMISSION IS UNRESPONSIVE MOST OF THE TIMES. THERE ARE OTHER TIMES THAT THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WILL DOWNSHIFT AND REV UP WHILE COASTING DOWN HILL WHILE FOOT IS OFF ACCELERATOR. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 59K MILES ON IT AND SHOU…
THE CAR HESTITATES, JERKS, REVS AT LOW SPEED, ROUGH IDLING, AND SLOW ACCELERATION. I REPLACED THE MAF SENSOR B 4 MONTHS AGO AFTER MY CAR ENGINE LIGTH CAME ON WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY AND I COULDNT ACCELERATE PASS 30 MILES PER HOUR.I HAD TO PRAY AND DRIVE TO THE NEAREST PLACE FOR THE…
I'D LIKE TO REPORT A PROBLEM THAT HAS OCCURRED WITH MY 2011 INFINITI M37 WHICH SEEMS TO BE PRETTY FATAL. THE PLASTIC COVER THAT COVERS THE STEERING WHEEL'S ROD CRACKS OPEN WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TILTED TO A LOWER POSITION. ONCE THE COVER IS CRACKED, STEERING WHEEL RUBS ON TO …
I HAVE SEVERAL ISSUES. THE STEERING WHEEL PEELS. I HAVE A CRACKED DRIVER'S SIDE LEATHER INTERIOR DOOR. THE CAR STARTED JERKING REALLY BAD ON A CITY STREET, I COULDN'T GO OVER 35 MPH. MY 4WAS MOTOR HAS GONE BAD! INFINITI DEALERSHIP, CANNOT EXPLAIN WHAT WOULD HAVE CAUSED THE MOTOR,…
INFINITI USES POOR QUALITY LEATHER AND VINYL IN THE INTERIOR OF THEIR CARS. THE LEATHER AND VINYL ON MY DOOR PANEL, CENTER CONSOLE, AND SEAT HAVE CRACKED. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THE INTERIOR OF MY CAR. CONSIDERING THAT INFINITI IS A LUXURY AUTO MANUFACTURER, THE INTERIOR…
THE LEATHER AND VINYL THAT IS INSTALLED ON THE INTERIOR COMPONENTS OF THE CAR ARE VERY POOR QUALITY. MY SEATS, DOOR PANEL, AND CENTER CONSOLE ARE CRACKING. THE INTERIOR OF MY CAR LOOKS TERRIBLE. CONSIDERING THAT INFINITI IS A LEISURE LINE AUTOMOBILE, IT IS APPALLING THAT THEY …
4WAS AND STABILITY CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING THE CAR. THE REAR OF THE CAR IS VERY UNSTABLE, SWAYS, JERKS AND STEERING WHEEL IS OFF-CENTER.THE STEERING WHEEL IS NEVER CENTERED AND DRIFTS IN ONE DIRECTION WITH A NEW ALIGNMNET. INFINITI HAS RECOMMENDED REPLACING…
HESITATING/JERKING. UNABLE TO ACCELERATE PAST 44-45 MPH, 2400 RPM. HAD TO MOVE FROM THE FAR LEFT LANE ACROSS 4 LANES SHOULDER WAS DRIVING ON A CITY MAIN RD AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AXLE SLIPPED OUT FO SOCKET AND AND CAUSED MY CAR TO BE INOPERABLE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING. BOTH THE DEALER (SEWELL INFINITI OF DALLAS, 7110 LEMMON AVE, DALLAS, TX 75209, (972) 490-4545) AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK MECHANIS…
I HAVE BEEN NOTICING THAT MY CAR IS TAKING A VERY LONG TIME TO SPEED UP WHEN I'M STEPPING ON THE GAS. THE CAR JERKS AS WELL IT IS VERY UNSAFE. I WAS TRYING TO PASS THROUGH A GREEN LIGHT WHEN I NOTICE THE CAR IS MAKING A REALLY LOUD SOUND LIKE IM DRIVING FAST BUT THE CAR WAS NOT G…
THE LEATHER ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR PANEL IS CRACKED. IT BEGAN CRACKING TWO YEARS AGO AND IS GETTING WORST. LEATHER SHOULD NOT CRACK AT 5 YEARS. INFINITI MATERIALS SHOULD BE TOP OF THE LINE. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED ABOUT THE CRACKED LEATHER ON MY DOOR PANEL. THIS SHOULD DEFINITEL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED AWAY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000. UPDATED 10/06/16*LJ *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNRESPONSIVE AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND JERKED WHILE DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING MORE THAN 200 TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE T…
WHEN YOU START THE CAR STALLS. AND HESITATES. THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT DOWNSHIFT PROPERLY AND IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. I WENT TO GET IN TRAFFIC AND THE CAR HESITATED AND ALMOST GOT ME HIT. IT APPEARS THAT ALL OVER THE BLOGS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THEY TRY TO CORRECT WIT…
CPSC:I1510382A. 2001 INFINITI M37. CONSUMER STATED A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR WINDOW CONTROLS ON THE DRIVERS MASTER ASSEMBLY. *LN THE CONSUMER STATED TWO PIECES OF THE FASCIA PEELED AWAY FROM THE BUTTONS, WHICH CREATED SHARP EDGES THAT CUT THROUGH THE HIS SKIN, WHICH RESULTED IN LA…
CAR SEEMS TO JUMP AROUND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS,WANDERS OR DARTS AROUND , HARD TO KEEP IN OWN LANE ESPECIALLY ON RUTTED OR UNEVEN ROADS. HAVE FOUND LOTS OF OTHER OWNERS ON INTERNET COMPLAINING OF SAME ISSUE *TR
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 S…
THE TRANSMISSION IN THE M37'S ARE REALLY BAD. THE 7 SPEED TRANSMISSION HAS A VERY DIFFICULT TIME FIGURING WHAT GEAR TO GO INTO. WHEN YOU ARE ACCELERATING ONTO AN OFF RAMP OR EVEN AFTER A RED LIGHT THERE IS A MAJOR DELAY BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT GEAR TO GO I…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Infiniti M37.
Safety recalls
2011 Infiniti M37 recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Infiniti M37. With zero recalls, the vehicle has no known safety-related defects requiring manufacturer intervention, but this does not guarantee absence of issues. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2011 Infiniti M37 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2011 Infiniti M37 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 36 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2011 Infiniti M37 may be worth considering if priced low, but buyers should prioritize a thorough transmission inspection due to the high complaint count. The lack of recalls is positive, but the low data confidence means patterns may not be fully representative. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Infiniti M37?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (17 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (6 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (5 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Infiniti M37?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Infiniti M37?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2011 Infiniti M37, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 36 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Infiniti M37 have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2011 Infiniti M37 in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2011 Infiniti M37?▾
The 2011 Infiniti M37 may be worth considering if priced low, but buyers should prioritize a thorough transmission inspection due to the high complaint count. The lack of recalls is positive, but the low data confidence means patterns may not be fully representative. Transmission issues are the most reported problem, affecting 17 out of 36 complaints, which could lead to costly repairs. Steering defects and unintended acceleration also appear, warranting pre-purchase checks. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Infiniti M37 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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