Infiniti QX56 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 538 owner complaints and 10 safety recalls on file for the Infiniti QX56, across 10 model years (2004–2013). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (106). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Infiniti QX56 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical QX56 year: 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 QX56: 106 complaints, 1 recall
- 2005 QX56: 80 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2006 QX56: 79 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 QX56: 7 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2007 QX56: 21 complaints, 1 recall
- 2010 QX56: 25 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Infiniti QX56 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | 136 | 9 | 3 |
| Engine | 96 | 7 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 63 | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 | 6 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 49 | 9 | 0 |
| Suspension | 43 | 10 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 36 | 9 | 4 |
| Power Train | 31 | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 21 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 21 | 8 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 15 | 6 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Infiniti QX56 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 QX56 | 32 | 3 | — | Engine | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2012 QX56 | 57 | 3 | — | Engine | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2011 QX56 | 78 | 2 | — | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2010 QX56 | 25 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2009 QX56 | 7 | 2 | — | Suspension | |
| 2008 QX56 | 53 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2007 QX56 | 21 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2006 QX56 | 79 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | More complaints than other years |
| 2005 QX56 | 80 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 QX56 | 106 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Infiniti QX56 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (106) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical QX56 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Infiniti QX56?
Service Brakes, with 136 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Infiniti QX56 have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.