Is the 2011 Infiniti M reliable?

The 2011 Infiniti M has 5 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2011 Infiniti M?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (2 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (1 complaints, avg repair $500); VISIBILITY (1 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2011 Infiniti M?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Contact any Infiniti dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Infiniti M?

The 2011 Infiniti M gets 21 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2286. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2011 Infiniti M?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2011 Infiniti M is approximately $1,821/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2011 Infiniti M

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2011 Infiniti M has 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 5. The most common issue is transmission problems (40% of all complaints), specifically: i have concerning issues with the transmission of this vehicle since purchase 8/27/2010. the transmission has major hesitation when accelerating, slowing down and with everday use(jerky feeling in city traffic) no matter what drive mode is used i.e sport, normal, eco, snow modes. whether you pul. There is 1 recall issued for this model year.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 4 of 4)

TRANSMISSION

2 complaints

40%

• I HAVE CONCERNING ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE 8/27/2010. THE TRANSMISSION HAS MAJOR HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING, SLOWING DOWN AND WITH EVERDAY USE(JERKY FEELING IN CITY TRAFFIC) NO MATTER WHAT DRIVE MODE IS USED I.E SPORT, NORMAL, ECO, SNOW MODES. WHETHER YOU PUL
• I HAVE NOTICED PROBLEMS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WITH MY M37 NOT ACCELERATING WHEN I HIT THE GAS. WHILE GETTING OVER INTO ANOTHER LANE TO PASS A VEHICLE MY CAR STALLED FOR A FEW SECONDS WHILE TRYING TO ACCELERATE AND I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER CAR. TWO MONTHS AGO I WENT TO ACCELERATE ON THE F

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I HAVE CONCERNING ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE 8/27/2010. THE TRANSMISSION HAS MAJOR HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING, SLOWING DOWN AND WITH EVERDAY USE(JERKY FEELING IN CITY TRAFFIC) NO MATTER WHAT DRIVE MODE IS USED I.E SPORT, NORMAL, ECO, SNOW MODES. WHETHER YOU PUL”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (1)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE24/02/2012

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JUKE, INFINITI QX AND INFINITI M VEHICLES. THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSORS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR MAY LOOSEN DUE TO HEAT AND VIBRATION CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK.

Risk: FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE PRESSURE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Fix: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSORS, AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2011 Infiniti M

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,286

Per month

$191

Per mile

19.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Infiniti M

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,821

Full coverage / month

$152

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+9%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1821

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Infiniti New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

These are the terms for a new Infiniti. If you're buying a used 2011 M, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Infiniti dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 5 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: I HAVE CONCERNING ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE 8/27/2010. THE TRANSMISSION HAS MAJOR HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING, SLOWING DOWN AND WITH EVERDAY USE(JERKY FEELING IN CITY TRAFFIC) NO MATTER WHAT DRIVE MODE IS USED I.E SPORT, NORMAL, ECO, SNOW MODES. WHETHER YOU PUL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: DIFFICULTY IN STEERING A NEW 2011 INFINITY M37S. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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VISIBILITY: SUNVISOR DOES NOT FOLD BACK FAR ENOUGH BLOCKING TALL DRIVER'S VIEW OF ROAD. LEFT EDGE OF SUNVISOR HITS EDGE OF TRIM PREVENTING PROPER ADJUSTMENT. NOTE THAT 2012 VISORS HAVE BEEN SLIGHTLY REDESIGNED AND WORK PROPERLY. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: 2011 INFINITI M37X. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATING. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WITH THE LIGHT BEING ON, THERE IS NO PROTECTION FOR THE PASSENGER. THE LIGHT STAYED ON DURING VARIOUS TRIPS, FOR FIVE MINUTES, THREE MINUTES AND 13 MINUTES. WHEN THE CONSUMER SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Infiniti dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Infiniti M — Year Comparison

How does 2011 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2011

5Below Average

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 5
Recalls: 1
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 5

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