2013 Infiniti M37 Problems
The 2013 Infiniti M37 has 16 NHTSA complaints and zero recalls, but low data confidence means buyers should proceed with caution. Based on 16 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Steering Defects the most reported area.
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This 2013 Infiniti M37 has 16 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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2013 Infiniti M37 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2013 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.
2013 Infiniti M37 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2013 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 2013 has 16 NHTSA complaints and zero recalls. Top issues include steering defects (5), electrical faults (4), and airbag malfunctions (4). One crash-related complaint was reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- M37
- Model year
- 2013
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 16
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Steering Defects
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 26
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 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 2013 Infiniti M37 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Airbag Malfunctions
Complaint patterns center on Steering Defects, Electrical Faults, Airbag Malfunctions. 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 2013 Infiniti M37?
With zero recalls but a low complaint count, the 2013 M37 may be worth considering if thoroughly inspected. However, the steering and electrical complaints warrant caution.
Steering defects and electrical faults can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. Airbag malfunctions pose a direct safety risk.
May Suit
Buyers who prioritize a luxury sedan and are willing to perform a detailed pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Those seeking a worry-free ownership experience or who cannot verify repair history for steering and electrical systems.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2013 Infiniti M37
Inspection Focus
- Inspect steering rack and power steering system for leaks or play.
- Check all electrical systems, including infotainment and lighting.
- Verify airbag system operation and recall status.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect steering components for wear or damage.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and airbag systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect 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 2013 Infiniti M37 shows 16 total complaints with steering defects (5), electrical faults (4), and airbag malfunctions (4) as top issues. One crash-related complaint was reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Only one model year (2013) was analyzed, so no cross-year comparison is available.
Recall context: Zero recalls suggest no widespread safety defects were identified, but individual issues may still exist.
- Steering defects account for 5 of 16 total complaints.
- Electrical faults and airbag malfunctions each have 4 complaints.
- One crash-related complaint was reported.
- Steering Defects (5 complaints)
- Electrical Faults (4 complaints)
- Airbag Malfunctions (4 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2013 Infiniti M37 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Infiniti M37. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 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 2013 Infiniti M37. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Infiniti M37. The vehicle was a local independent dealer sale. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the contact was informed by the mechanic that there was a mileage discrepancy. At the time of purchase, the mileage wa…
In December, 2022, the airbag warning light activated. AT a cost to us of over $1500, the Infiniti dealer replaced the failed sensor. What we did not know is that this did not fix the problem and the air bag on the passenger side would never have deployed in the event of an acc…
The airbag control module failed on this car which has under 25000 miles on it. The airbag would not have deployed if the car was in an accident and insurance claims would have been void so we had no choice but to immediately replace the module at a cost of over $2,000. The deale…
2013 INFINITYM37S PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR MALFUNCTION, APPARENTLY SHUTTING OFF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN AND THE NHTSA SHOULD MAKE NISSAN/ INFINITY MAKE CORRECTION TO THIS SENSOR, BEFORE MANY OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLE FAMILY ARE KILLED OR SEVERELY INJURED.
WHEN I ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE DOESN'T SPEED UP AND SOMETIMES IT HESITATES. THIS IS DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY WHEN ENTERING THE FREEWAY IT TAKES A WHILE AFTER I ACCELERATE FOR THE CAR TO GET UP TO SPEED. SEEMS LIKE A TRANSMISSION ISSUE. INFINITI NEEDS A RECALL. I KNOW SEVERAL PEOPLE WI…
THE CAR WON'T ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSING THE GAS AND ALSO WILL JERK AND JUMP WHEN SHIFTING. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY BECAUSE THE CAR WON'T ACCELERATE, BUT SOMETIMES WILL TAKE OFF ON IT'S OWN EVEN WHEN I PRESS THE BRAKE. THIS IS DEFINITELY A TRANSMISSION …
VEHICLE 4WAS LIGHT IS ON. WHILE DRIVING AFTER MAKING A TURN THE STEERING WHEEL UN-ALIGNS ITSELF SO WHEN YOU LOOK AT IT IT'S AS IF THE CAR IS UNALIGNED. IT THEN ALIGNS ITSELF AT SOME POINT UPON ANOTHER TURN. I DID RESEARCH AFTER READING THERE HAS BEEN MANY INFINITY RECALLS FOR STE…
ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, I WAS IN CAMARILLO FOR A HAIRCUT APPOINTMENT. IT WAS 11:25 AND MY APPOINTMENT WAS AT 11:40. I WAS ALREADY IN THE PARKING SPACE, MOVING AT A SLOW SPEED AND WAS APPROXIMATELY 6 FT. FROM THE RAISED CONCRETE CURB AT THE END OF THE PARKING SPACE. SUDDENLY TH…
ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO MY 4WAS AND TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING UNDER 35 MPH IN MY SUBDIVISION IN A STRAIGHT LINE AND NOTHING SEEMS TO FIX IT, NOW ON WET ROADS CAR FEELS LOOSE IN THE REAR. I HAVE HEARD LOTS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS SYSTEM AND FEEL IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN AND SH…
I OWN A 2013 INFINITI AWD M37XS THAT I FEEL IS UNSAFE BECAUSE OF A STEERING ISSUE OR SOMETHING. THE VEHICLE CONTINUALLY VEERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE UNLESS THE ROAD TRAVELLED IS PERFECTLY FLAT WITHOUT ANY IMPERFECTIONS AND IT IS NOT OFTEN A ROAD IS FLAT WITHOUT IMPERFECTIONS.. I HAVE …
THE STEERING WHEEL HOUSING CAME OFF TRACK/SEPARATED AND I CANNOT USE THE STEERING WHEEL WITHOUT IT BEING IN A RAISED MANNER SO THE HOUSING WONT RUB AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CAR IS OUT OF MANUF WARRANTY BY YEARS NOT MILEAGE. (4 YR 60K). I SEE OTHER COMPLAINTS ONLINE AND …
ALL 4 WINDOWS ROLL DOWN, RANDOMLY AND INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN PARKED AND TURNED OFF. MY KEY FOB IS NOT ONE THAT ALLOWS THE HOLDING DOWN OF THE LOCK OR UNLOCK BUTTON TO ROLL WINDOWS DOWN. IT IS EVIDENTLY A MALFUNCTION AS THERE IS NOTHING DOWN BY THE DRIVER TO CAUSE IT.
WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON THE VAN WYCK EXPRESSWAY AND THE QUEENSBOROUGH BRIDGE IN NYC, I NOTICED THAT THE CAR STEERING STARTED PULLING AND I MOMENTARILY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE FOR 2-3 SECONDS. IT WAS IF THE CAR STARTED FOLLOWING THE CHANGE IN PAVEMENT OR THE GROOVES IN THE ROA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG HAD NOT BEEN DESIGNED OR I…
SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING MY M37, I FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO STEER ON THE ROAD. I STARTED DOING SOME INVESTIGATION ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND A CONCEPT CALLED "TRAMLINING" THAT OTHER M INFINITI OWNERS WERE EXPERIENCING AND WHICH DESCRIBED WHAT I WAS EXPERIENCING. I DON'T FEEL THERE IS…
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS HESITATING SEVERELY WHEN PUSHING ON THE ACCELERATOR. PROBLEM CONTINUED UNTIL THE CAR HAD NO POWER AND THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN WITHOUT ANY DASHBOARD GAUGE WARNINGS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, DURING RUSH HOUR. I PLACE…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Infiniti M37.
Safety recalls
2013 Infiniti M37 recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 Infiniti M37. Zero recalls suggest no widespread safety defects were identified, but individual issues may still exist. 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
2013 Infiniti M37 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2013 Infiniti M37 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 16 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. With zero recalls but a low complaint count, the 2013 M37 may be worth considering if thoroughly inspected. However, the steering and electrical complaints warrant caution. 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 2013 Infiniti M37?▾
#1: Steering Defects (5 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Infiniti M37?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Infiniti M37?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2013 Infiniti M37, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 16 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Infiniti M37 have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2013 Infiniti M37 in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2013 Infiniti M37?▾
With zero recalls but a low complaint count, the 2013 M37 may be worth considering if thoroughly inspected. However, the steering and electrical complaints warrant caution. Steering defects and electrical faults can lead to costly repairs and safety concerns. Airbag malfunctions pose a direct safety risk. Pay extra attention to Steering Defects 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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