There are no safety recalls for the 2012 Infiniti M37, but owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA.
2012 Infiniti M37 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 11 | |
| Air Bags | 8 | |
| Engine | 6 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 2 | |
| Seats | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Steering › Column — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 62,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2012 Infiniti M37 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 140,000 miles · reported Aug 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti M37. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact also stated that while driving on an incline, the vehicle lost power upon depressing the accelerator pedal and rolled backward, forcing the contact to depress the accelerator pedal to the floorboard to maintain momentum and resume driving. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM) relay. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the…
Air Bags · reported Jan 16, 2026
The front passenger airbag warning light came on with a dash warning flashing light. I isolated the fault to the passenger seat weight sensor, which prevents the airbag from deploying when a passenger of less than 90 pounds is sensed in the front seat. The time from the onset of the warning light to discovery of the actual fault was less than a week and this was facilitated by a mechanic with a sophisticated enough OBD reader to flesh out Infiniti codes. I called my local Infiniti dealer in Tacoma, WA and they were able to supply a part number but it has been discontinued for the 2011-2013…
Air Bags · at 68,000 miles · reported Jun 11, 2024
The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti M37. The contact stated that the front passenger's side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was quoted a diagnostic fee and declined to pay the fee. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 96,294 miles · reported Jan 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti M37. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for an oil change, she was informed that the radiator pressure O-ring was leaking coolant. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,294.
Air Bags · reported Aug 15, 2022
Passenger Air Bag Sensor Failed. Concerned Passenger Airbag will not deploy when passengers are in the car. This is a Very Known and Problematic issue with Infiniti and Infiniti will not address this critical safety issue. Infiniti says repairs would be the owner responsibility and cost in excess of $8,000. This is a critical safety issue and needs to be addressed by Infiniti before someone gets hurt.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Infiniti M37 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2012 Infiniti M37 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Infiniti M37?
Owners report steering problems most often (11 reports), followed by air bags (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 62,000 miles.
Are Infiniti recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Infiniti dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.