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2010 Infiniti QX56: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2010 Infiniti QX56, most recently filed May 2010. Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags.

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Caution Fewer than 50 complaints filed. With this few reports, patterns may not be meaningful.
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Recalls (2)

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2010 Infiniti QX56. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2010 Infiniti QX56. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 10V208000 Filed May 14, 2010

LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY

Suspension · front · control arm · lower arm
Official NHTSA text
Summary
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, QX56, FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2009 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2010. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence
IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Repair progress not yet reported41,649 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 10V208000
Listed for 2010 Infiniti QX56. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 10V072000 Filed Mar 2, 2010

BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN

Service brakes, hydraulic · pedals and linkages
Official NHTSA text
Summary
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.
Consequence
THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Repair progress not yet reported179,383 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 10V072000

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Owner complaints (25)

25 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.

2involved a crash
0involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Infiniti QX56, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 25.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2010 compares with other QX56 years

Best and worst QX56 years →
2004200520062007200820092010201120122013
This year (2010)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 14 mpg combined

14
mpg combined
12
city
18
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$5,850
CO₂ tailpipe
635 g/mi
EPA class
Sport Utility Vehicle -

What it costs you to run

$4,665per year
$389per month
1,071gallons a year

Miles ÷ 14 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2010 Infiniti QX56 configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
5.6 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14$5,850635
5.6 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive12 / 17 / 14$5,850635

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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Where to next

2010 Infiniti QX56 FAQ

How many recalls does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 10V208000 (suspension), 10V072000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2010 Infiniti QX56 problems?

Owners filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (6), Steering (6), Electrical system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 get?

EPA rates the 5.6 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 12 city, 18 highway and 14 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

How does the 2010 QX56 compare with other years?

Among the 2004–2013 Infiniti QX56 model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (7) and the 2004 the most (106). The 2010 drew 25. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

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.
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