Is the 2012 Infiniti M37 reliable?

The 2012 Infiniti M37 has 44 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: STEERING problems.

What are common problems with the 2012 Infiniti M37?

Top problems: STEERING (11 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (8 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (7 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2012 Infiniti M37?

No recalls have been issued for the 2012 Infiniti M37.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Infiniti M37?

The 2012 Infiniti M37 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 2012 Infiniti M37?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2012 Infiniti M37 is approximately $1,932/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.

2012 Infiniti M37

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2012 Infiniti M37 has 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 44. The most common issue is steering problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2012 infiniti m37. while turning the steering wheel to the left and right, the steering wheel became lose. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel column needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made a.

1 crash report

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

11 complaints

25%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE A
• OPENED CAR WITH TOUCH KEY AND TELESCOPIC STEERING WHEEL MADE LOUD POPPING SOUND. STEERING WHEEL DID NOT GO TO SET POSITION AND WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER AFTERWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT MOVING THANKFULLY AS IT WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER AFTER THE POPPING SOUND. THE STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE KEPT IN
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TILTED DOWNWARD, IT WAS UNABLE TO BE TURNED LEFT OR RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,541.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE A”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2012 Infiniti M37

Based on 37 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 53K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

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200K+

TRANSMISSION

Reported earliermedian 18K mi · 5 reports

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60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Later than typicalmedian 66K mi · 10 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Later than typicalmedian 53K mi · 7 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2012 Infiniti M37

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 2012 Infiniti M37

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

$1,932

Full coverage / month

$161

Liability only / year

$696

vs US avg

+15%

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 rating0.98x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1932

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 2012 M37, 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

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 44 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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STEERING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR TURNS OFF AIRBAG WHEN AN ADULT IS SEATED THERE. THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME I HAVE A PASSENGER IN THAT SEAT. I CAN OCCASIONALLY GET IT TO TURN AIRBAG ON BY SHUTTING CAR OFF AND RESTARTING, SOMETIMES IT TAKES 3 CYCLES OF OFF/ON. MOST TIMES IT STILL WON'T RESET AN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: 9/25/2012-I AM HAVING SOME SEVERE ISSUES WITH THE BRAKES ON THE M37. YESTERDAY I JUST AVOIDED AN ACCIDENT WITH THE BACK END OF A UPS TRUCK AS THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THAT SOMETHING LIKE THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH THE BRAKES. EACH TIME IT HAS BEEN WHILE TRAVELING ABOVE 50 MPH AND T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: EXPERIENCED VERY SLOW ACCELERATOR RESPONSE SINCE VEHICLE WAS BRAND NEW. NOW IN ADDITION TO THAT THE CAR IS HAVING HORRIBLE PROBLEMS WHILE BRAKING, TRANSMISSION BANGS OUT OF GEAR, THE CAR ALSO DROPS MULTIPLE GEARS AT ONCE WHICH CAUSES A VERY HIGH REV OF ENGINE. IT FEELS SO ROUGH IT MAKES IT FEEL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)