Infiniti M56 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Infiniti M56 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2012 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (3 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 2 complaints) and 2012 at 0 (from 3 complaints). On the 2012 Infiniti M56, 1 of 3 complaints name Electrical system, Engine, Fuel and propulsion system.
Data as of .
Infiniti M56 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Infiniti M56. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 → Fewest | 0 | 2 | 3 | Powertrain, Fuel and propulsion system | 19 |
| 2012 → Most | 0 | 3 | 3 | Electrical system, Engine, Fuel and propulsion system | 19 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 5W-30 (5.6L VK56VD) · 6.3 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 245/50R18, 245/40R20
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V-755 covers certain 2011-2013 Infiniti M56 (and related M35 Hybrid / early Q70) two-wheel-drive vehicles for a driveline/driveshaft concern as stated in the NHTSA campaign summary. Recall 24V-470 later expands related two-wheel-drive driveshaft coverage on M56 and successor Q70/Q50 hybrid lines. Recall 14V-683 covers certain 2012-2013 Infiniti M56 among other Nissan/Infiniti models for a fuel-system issue described in that campaign. Check each campaign's model/year list; unit totals are shared across included nameplates.
Frequently asked questions
Which Infiniti M56 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 2 complaints) and 2012 at 0 (from 3 complaints).
Which Infiniti M56 year has the most owner complaints?
2012 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (3 complaints). On the 2012 Infiniti M56, 1 of 3 complaints name Electrical system, Engine, Fuel and propulsion system.
How do Infiniti M56 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Infiniti M56 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What engine oil does a US Infiniti M56 use?
5W-30 (5.6L VK56VD) With filter, about 6.3 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Infiniti M56?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/50R18, 245/40R20 and rear 245/50R18, 245/40R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Infiniti M56?
Recall 20V-755 covers certain 2011-2013 Infiniti M56 (and related M35 Hybrid / early Q70) two-wheel-drive vehicles for a driveline/driveshaft concern as stated in the NHTSA campaign summary. Recall 24V-470 later expands related two-wheel-drive driveshaft coverage on M56 and successor Q70/Q50 hybrid lines. Recall 14V-683 covers certain 2012-2013 Infiniti M56 among other Nissan/Infiniti models for a fuel-system issue described in that campaign. Check each campaign's model/year list; unit totals are shared across included nameplates.