Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2001 Infiniti Fx45
The 2001 Infiniti FX45 appears to have limited recall and complaint history, suggesting it holds up relatively well. However, it is crucial to verify the electrical system due to owner complaints in that area. Otherwise, the vehicle does not show frequent issues.
Known issues to inspect
Electrical system faults
How to check: Test all lights, radio, windows, and locks
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Ensure all dashboard lights turn off properly
Red flag: Electrical warning lights remain on
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for any unusual sounds from engine
Red flag: Loud knocking or ticking noises
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test all electrical components like wipers
Red flag: Non-functional wipers or electronics
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Car should accelerate smoothly without lag
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power
- 05
Braking
What to check: Feel for smooth, even braking action
Red flag: Vibration or pulling during braking
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the electrical system been repaired?
- Any recent issues with the dashboard lights?
- Are there any open recalls on this car?
- Has the battery been replaced recently?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recent service records
- Vehicle recall history
- Battery replacement receipt
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2001 Infiniti Fx45.