Recall 13V430 covers 98,307 2006-2010 INFINITI M35 and M45 vehicles for accelerator-pedal sensor faults. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI recall 13V430 covers 98,307 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles because the accelerator pedal sensor signal can deteriorate and send the wrong output. In fail-safe mode, throttle valve deposits can stall the engine at a stop or idle and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal sensor in the 2006-2010 INFINITI M35 and M45 tells the engine computer how far the driver is pressing the pedal. It turns pedal movement into an electrical signal. The engine computer uses that signal to decide how much power to request.
On affected M35 and M45 vehicles, that sensor signal deteriorates over time. When the engine computer receives the wrong signal, it treats the reading as unreliable and puts the engine into fail-safe, also called limp home mode. In that mode, the engine limits power instead of responding normally to the accelerator pedal.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices can be a sudden loss of normal accelerator response when the vehicle enters reduced-power mode.
Who's affected?
The M35 and M45 are both listed for accelerator-pedal work across this model-year span.
| 2006 INFINITI M35 | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2007 INFINITI M35 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 INFINITI M35 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 INFINITI M35 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 INFINITI M35 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 INFINITI M45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 INFINITI M45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 INFINITI M45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 INFINITI M45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 INFINITI M45 | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 98,307 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Throttle valve deposits in fail-safe mode can make the engine stall when the vehicle is stopping or idling, which increases crash risk. If the engine stalls, pull over when safe and contact an INFINITI dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised INFINITI dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2010 INFINITI M35 or M45 is included in this recall.
- Watch for an INFINITI owner notice before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to ask whether the free accelerator-pedal assembly replacement and engine-control-module reprogramming is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V430 when you call the dealer.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the engine enters limp-home mode or stalls at idle, stop in a safe place and call the dealer.
What happens at the repair
The repair plan calls for an INFINITI technician to replace the accelerator pedal assembly and reprogram the engine control module. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, confirm timing with an INFINITI dealer before planning the visit. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 13V430. No reimbursement program is listed for this campaign, so this section does not add a reimbursement step.
Timeline
| September 26, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 28, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V430?
Recall 13V430 covers 98,307 2006-2010 INFINITI M35 and M45 vehicles with an accelerator pedal sensor signal defect. The wrong signal can put the engine into fail-safe mode, and deposits in the throttle valve can make the engine stall at idle or while stopping.
What should I do if my 2006-2010 INFINITI M35 or M45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V430. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the accelerator pedal assembly replacement and engine control module reprogramming. Reference recall number 13V430 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V430, a franchised INFINITI dealer will replace the accelerator pedal assembly and reprogram the engine control module free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is engine stalling when the vehicle is coming to a stop or sitting at idle. The recall filing ties that stall risk to fail-safe mode and throttle valve deposits, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my INFINITI M35 or M45 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific M35 or M45 is included, then call a franchised INFINITI dealer with recall number 13V430.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V430000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V430 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V430000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →