Automotive manufacturers must issue recalls when reports of defects or other safety issues arise. On March 14, 2003 Nissan North America, manufacturer of the Infiniti Q45, issued Infiniti recall number R3006, a recall of the 2001 Q45 due to wheel problems. Owner notification of this recall began on April 28, 2003.
Summary
Any 2001 Infiniti Q45 equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels may have a casting defect causing cracks to develop over time. The 2001 Infiniti Q45 was manufactured as a luxury and touring edition, and the luxury edition did not come with 17-inch alloy wheels. This recall affected only the touring edition.
Consequences
If enough wheel cracks form, the wheel could fail and separate from the vehicle's mounting hub, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners should take their vehicles to an authorized Infiniti dealer for replacement wheels. Authorized dealers can be found by calling Inifiniti at 1-800-662-6200. Consumers can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT.
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