2004 Infiniti FX Infiniti FX 2004

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2004 Infiniti FX repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (10%)

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2004 Infiniti FX electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (56%)

< $100 (35%)

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Chart based on 34 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Infiniti FX

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90000 mi Rear right window would not come up using the driver window switch, but will come up with rear door switch. Ordered Driver switch combination module from Ebay for $20.00 Dealer wanted $350.00 (ridiculous) Rear door locking mechanism is not pulling the door shut completely. I must press the door hard or slam it shut. Not doing so will show that the Rear door is open on the console display. 

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2004 Infiniti FX 4dr SUV

315-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

86000 mi

US $400
Replaced airbag module 
86460 mi

$300
No sound from speakers, only occasional loud static noises. Radio, cassette and CD player work but no sound. 
68000 mi

US $375
Replaced the actuators/motors in the side mirrors because they had siezed up 
77000 mi

US $350
Rear Breaks and looked at passenger door lock that does not work all the time 
86000 mi

US $450
Had passenger door lock repaired 
120000 mi

US $475
Drivers side door lock not working. Replaced actuator. Drivers door lock  
108000 mi

US $40
Driver side seat heater switch 

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2004 Infiniti FX 4dr SUV

280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

111600 mi

C $200
Starter and solenoid died. Had to replace with a used starter unit from an auto recycler 
23387 mi Rear Back-up camera failed internally. R&R Left side mirror does not adjust up or down. R&R Total warranty cost for parts and labor: $$711.87 Customer cost: time and inconvenience 
23457 mi NAV screen reads "disc error." Reader failed. Replaced control unit. Warranty repair. Factory cost: $55.80. Customer cost: time and inconvenience. 
44000 mi Infiniti of Sacramento repaired the window motor under warranty at no cost to me. 
35000 mi Replaced CD player 
53200 mi

US $100
Battery died. 
125000 mi

US $260
Replaced passenger side door lock actuator. It worked intermittently and affected the rear hatch lock as well. I understand this is a common problem. 
82000 mi

US $1860
air conditioning recharged rear trunk release button - $600 for trim piece because can't buy just the button 
49000 mi

US $137
Replace cabin air filter and disinfect air box to eliminate musty smell/odor when starting up A/C. 
50000 mi Unpleasant odor from A/C vents. In-cabin air filter replaced as routine maintenance and to correct the problem. Problem recurred w/in 1 week. Dealer replaced air filter at their cost the 2nd time and disinfected air box. Seems to have fixed the problem. Second time replacing cabin air filter and disinfecting air box. Musty smell still present when first starting up A/C. Requested dealer check to make sure A/C condensate line was not blocked. 
62000 mi

US $360
Passenger side HID headlight needed to be replaced. Complicated access for DIY; requiring specialized tools and > than 1 hour shop time. Felt safer taking to dealer. Maybe not $360 safer, but paid the price, anyway.  
65500 mi

US $220
Driver-side rear door lock actuator needs to be replaced. Intermittent problem with door not unlocking with key fob remote. Part not in stock at dealer. Part ordered. Will also be installed at next service interval. 
71000 mi

US $309
L/R door lock actuator replaced. 
87700 mi Fuel door lock and door lock actuators malfuntioning. Front passenger lock actuator had failed and is linked to and was ultimately affecting the fuel door locking mechanism. A rear passenger door actuator also needed replacing. Front passenger door proximity sensor did not function with the new actuator. Vehicle had to be taken back to the dealer a second time and another actuator installed. So, problem was eventually resolved, but not without a second repair trip/replacement p 
92300 mi

US $200
Rear window wiper ceased working 
96000 mi

US $140
Remote keyless entry fob lost programming synch. Programming reset. New valet key (with transponder chip) ordered and cut to fit for second remote. 
99000 mi

US $150
CD changer not working properly. Entire unit required replacement with Clarion factory rebuild. Extended warranty covered the $900 for the player. I had to pay $150 diagnostic fee and deductible. 
84000 mi The passenger window would go back down when it was put up. Window motor needs to be replaced. rear drivers door lock switch not working. The remote would not unlock the door, it needed to be done manually. part was ordered 
105000 mi

US $79
Heater AC blower upper bearing went out and was making noise 
55000 mi fuel gauge repaired under warranty 
138000 mi

US $1250
Bose amplifier quit working/failed. 
97000 mi Electric seat adjuster (driver's side, fore and aft adjustment) failed. 
67000 mi

US $4050
Rear hatch computer failed, could not open rear door. Repair was $229 labor and $153 parts and $23 shop supplies. 
87870 mi

US $470
Replaced main power window switch in driver's door. Main power window switch assembly replaced. 

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2004 Infiniti FX Electrical Problems

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