2018 Infiniti QX80 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other QX80 years
- Not enough data 6th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Infiniti QX80. That ranks 6th out of 14 QX80 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 44%), typically at around 25,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 9owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Infiniti QX80 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 44% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 22% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Communication | 1 | 11% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 11% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Infiniti QX80 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Subject: Request for Safety Defect Investigation and Recall â 2018 INFINITI QX80 Infotainment/Navigation Screen To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to formally request an investigation into a serious and recurring problem with the infotainment/navigation screen in my 2018 INFINITI QX80 and to…
The dashboard bulbs went out from 0-40 mph and 6-8 rpms. It seems to be a common issue on Reddit and I have found complaints on the internet.
Similar to other complaints, the instrument cluster lighting is beginning to go dim or completely out starting at the high end of the RPM gauge and the low end of the speedometer gauge. This is an issue during night time driving.
The primary instrument gauge for the QX80 starts to lose illumination from around the speedometer and tachometer. The vehicle has 55,000 miles and is a 2018 model. This is the SECOND time this has happened, with the instrument gauge being replaced first at approximately 32,000 miles for the same…
The plastic trim on the steering wheel that is colored to match the other plastic trim in the car has cracked at the 2:00 clock position. The cracked plastic sometimes lifts when turning the wheel which I feel may cause an accident. I have not had it inspected by the dealer of manufacturer as I'm…
Other Infiniti QX80 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 QX80 | 4 | 1 |
| 2026 QX80 | 7 | 2 |
| 2025 QX80 | 8 | 4 |
| 2024 QX80 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 QX80 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 QX80 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 QX80 | 7 | 3 |
| 2020 QX80 | 6 | 2 |
| 2019 QX80 | 20 | 2 |
| 2018 | 9 | 2 |
| 2017 QX80 | 17 | 1 |
| 2016 QX80 | 15 | 1 |
| 2015 QX80 | 18 | 2 |
| 2014 QX80 | 21 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Infiniti QX80?
Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Infiniti QX80?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Infiniti QX80 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other QX80 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.