Infiniti QX56 complaints by model year
538 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 57 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 78 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2010 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 | 80 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 | 106 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2004–2013. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 65 | 34 | 58 | 9 | 23 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 24 | 19 |
| Electrical system | 16 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 7 | 2 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 4 |
| Air bags | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 4 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Infiniti QX56 recalls (10)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one QX56 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V455000 | Jul 15, 2026 | Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 110 | 2011, 2012, 2013 | — |
| 20V188000 | Mar 30, 2020 | Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2011, 2012 | 53.5% |
| 14V683000 | Nov 28, 2014 | Fuel Pressure Sensor May Leak | 2012, 2013 | 81% |
| 14V668000 | Oct 24, 2014 | Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator may Rupture | 2013 | 87% |
| 10V517000 | Oct 28, 2010 | ENGINE CONTROL MODULE | 2004, 2005, 2006 | — |
| 10V349000 | Jul 22, 2010 | SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG/FMVSS 201 | 2008 | — |
| 10V208000 | May 14, 2010 | LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY | 2010 | — |
| 10V074000 | Mar 3, 2010 | INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE | 2005–2009 | — |
| 10V072000 | Mar 2, 2010 | BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN | 2008, 2009, 2010 | — |
| 08V284000 | Jun 27, 2008 | AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN/VISTEON | 2005, 2006 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Infiniti QX56 FAQ
How many recalls has the Infiniti QX56 had?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns that cover at least one Infiniti QX56 model year from 2004 to 2013. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Infiniti QX56 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 10 model years with settled counts, the 2004 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (106) and the 2009 the fewest (7). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Infiniti QX56 problems?
Across the 2004–2013 model years, owners most often name the service brakes, engine, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Infiniti QX56 get?
EPA rates the 2013 Infiniti QX56 at 16 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.