2018 Infiniti QX60

Routine

Owners filed 38 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the power train. It has been recalled 1 time.

What fails
ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Power Train8
000
Engine8
000
Service Brakes6
000
Electrical System3
000
Unknown or Other2
000
Steering2
000
Air Bags2
103
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly1
000
Suspension1
000
Structure › Body1
000

1 safety recall

Part 573 reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip19V807000Park outside
Filed Nov 8, 2019391,479 vehiclesNissan North America, Inc.

Defect. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

What owners reported

Newest filings
Engine
Filed Jul 23, 2026MS

Subject of Complaint: Severe odometer fraud, mileage tampering, and title misrepresentation by the selling dealership: Phenix Motors, LLC ([XXX]), operated by [XXX]. The Discrepancy: The vehicle was sold to me with a falsely represented odometer reading. Subsequent electronic diagnostics and vehicle history reports reveal that the actual mileage is severely discrepant from the mileage disclosed on the official bill of sale and title paperwork provided by Phenix Motors, LLC. The dealership has since explicitly refused to participate in state-level consumer mediation with the Mississippi Attorney General's Office.Current Status & Evidence Location: The vehicle is currently completely inoperable with a dead dashboard/ECM display. On XXX, the financing lender, Magnolia Federal Credit Union, executed a repossession of the vehicle. Under the FTC Holder Rule, the lender is fully aware of the fraud claims. The physical car and its electronic control modules (the core evidence of the fraud) are currently being held by the lender's agent: United Auto Recovery (Account reference partial VIN: [XXX]).State Action & Reference History:Mississippi Attorney General's Office: Consumer Protection Division File closed due to Dealer Principal's ([XXX]) formal refusal to mediate.State Licensing Authority Contact: [XXX], Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission / Mississippi Department of Revenue (Title and Dealer Enforcement Division: [XXX]).Request: I am requesting a formal federal investigation into

Engine
Filed Jun 15, 2026126,422 milesMS

The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine with the Check Engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 126,422.

Power Train
Filed Apr 25, 2026GA

The vehicle shudders and jerks when you accelerate after that it good to go this is so aggravating but I love my Infiniti so much can Infiniti fix this problem and upgrade my transmission

Engine
Filed Apr 8, 2026101,000 milesMA

The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with major internal engine failure. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the warranty had expired the same day that the vehicle was towed to the dealer for the diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially cover the repair. The failure mileage was 101,000.

Engine
Filed Mar 20, 2026CA

Since my car had about 45000 miles on the odometer, it has been producing a thick white smoke, not only upon starting the car from a cold start, but also after longer distance trips over 30 miles. After having taken it to the dealership multiple times, their response has been that they cannot recreate the problem and most likely it is from engine sludge due to not maintaining the regular oil change schedule. After having shown the dealership the timely maintanence schedule I had performed on the car over the years, they continued to claim that there is no problem with the car. After the standard warranty had run out one year later and upon taking it to the dealership they claim that I need to replace the head gasket and it would cost me $3500. In addition to the avoidance game they played over that year, in my opinion they were simply pushing back the maintenance until the warranty ran out. This is a common problem with this specific car and the low mileage and I know of at least one more family experiencing this problem. There needs to be a thorough investigation on not only the problem with the engine of this car, but the potential of unscrupulous business practices of the dealerships.

Air Bags
Filed Feb 10, 2026NY

1. Airbags and seatbelt lights: The vehicle airbags light and seatbelt lights keeps flashing and after taking it to the dealer, they keep suggesting buying a new passenger seat assembly coasting thousands of dollars. Many similar complaints online with no resolutions or temporary solutions by the dealers. 2. CVT transmission problem: Vehicle jerking, and hesitating when driving. Vehicle also struggling to find the right amount of power. Dealer installed new transmission for free under extended manufacturer warranty. Problem is still there and has gotten worse. Struggling to accelerate or even lose power. Vehicle not in a drivable state with significant safety issue. Dealer insists there is nothing wrong after 3 subsequent visits after the first transmission installation. Vehicle pretty much totaled due to main component failure.

Electrical System
Filed Sep 24, 2025MD

While driving, the vehicle often brakes and accelerates without my control. I've reported this issue before. My brakes are fine, according to the vehicle status.

Engine
Filed Aug 1, 202565,000 milesNY

The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

Steering
Filed Jun 6, 2025AL

The power steering seems to lock up on me when making a turn from a complete stop to turning on to a busy highway or street. It is very unsafe. I have seen this same issue on multiple complaint boards online. Below are some links. I am having the exact same issue. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Service Brakes
Filed Jan 24, 2025MD

The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control.

Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 31, 2024GA

The rear differential is messed up on this truck, and there is grinding noise - when i turn left or right, and there,s a whinning noise while driving, and also black fluid drips from in between the oil pan, and transmission and hissing sound when turned on..

Engine
Filed Dec 30, 2024SC

Check engine light came on, poor idling and start up. Infiniti replaced pvc hose that was cracked, electical seat warmer issue was fixed, dvd electrical issue was denied under the claim warranty, and some sensors were replaced due to codes of lean fuel, and the technician noticed a ticking noise. The dealership told us to pick the car up, drive it and put more miles on it and bring it back in to file another claim for the ticking sound. Returned to file new claim and was told the engine needed to be replaced or timing chain should be replaced due to sludge in the engine even with proper maintenance [records submitted to dealership for warranty claim which was denied]. Passanger seat warmer had also gone out since our last visit, so they're fixing that electrical issue as well. [We were denied for driver side electical window repairs, as they said components were "only loose"]. We purchased the Elite Protection Plan that should have covered all issues but they are denying the claim. Main concern is the engine as there are multiple forums and social media groups that are complaining of the engine sludge issue on new or certified Infiniti or Nissan vehicles with the same engines. Most owners are providing service/maintenance records and still being denied engine repair or replacement under warranty. These engines need to be recalled and consumers need to be compensated for their time and repairs.

Power Train
Filed Oct 29, 2024TX

Car is slipping and have had CV joints checked, fluids replaced. Was told it was the differential coupling. Looked it up and many, many others are having the same issue. This is a safety concern because the transmission is slipping on these cars when they get to 50,000+ miles.

Power Train
Filed Aug 26, 2024KY

Check Engine light came on. Diagnosis revealed timing chain needs to be replaced. Mileage is past the warranty but years is not past the warranty. Repair comes just a couple of months after gear shift locked up and full gear shift assembly had to be replaced.

Power Train
Filed Aug 9, 2023OH

Malfunction of Power Train from 2018 Infiniti QX60. On July 19th, I visited Infiniti of Beachwood due to engine error light (error code P0776, CVT tranmission malfunction) of 2018 Infiniti QX60 (VIN: 5N1DL0MN0JC533475, mileage 79600). Infiniti dealer service at beachwood asked me wait untill they receive transmission warranty approval from their regional Headquarter. During last 3 weeks, I called more than 20 times but warranty service was still not approved, and on 7th August Infiniti Service manager asked me to bring the car back regardless of driver's safety with mal-functioning transmission when I complained by phone. According to Court Quality Action on March 29th 2022, CVT Warranty of 2015-2018 Infiniti QX60, effective from June 1st 2022, was extended to 96th months/94,000 miles from 72 months/70,000 miles, therefore Infiniti should approve and provide warranty service immediately without approval pending on this. However, Infiniti does not respect Court decision of transmission warranty, nor does not provide warranty service properly timely either including irresponsible attitude of service employees as well. I want Infiniti USA to follow up the court decision of transmission warranty coverage of transmission to be applied immediately to replace it.

Engine
Filed Jul 18, 2023154,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle failed to start. After calling Roadside Assistance, all attempts to jumpstart the vehicle failed. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,000.

Air BagsCrash3 injured
Filed Jun 14, 2023TX

I was doing around 60 mph when a guy to my right did an illegal u turn right in front of my car. The front of my car hit the driver side of his car. There was extensive damage to the front end of my car but my air bags did not go off.

Electrical System
Filed Nov 2, 2022WA

The windshield wipers quick working while in a rainstorm, more than once. They will stall out and then start again with up to a minute in between. The vehicle can be inspected before repairs. The safety of everyone in and outside the vehicle is compromised significantly, with visibility while driving on all roads and freeways. The vehicle is going into the dealer and there is a current recall affecting this vehicle. just not my VIN. No other inspections at this time. No warning signals of any kind. I am completely scared to drive it as it rains here often. The closest dealer is an hour away and I will have to drive it there. It has happened multiple times.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 14, 2022VA

To whom this may concern.My vehicle middle console is completely out.My Radio no longer powers on.The A/C runs continuously however I’m unable to control any functions including my defrosts.therefore as the weather is getting colder I’m not able to activate the defrost so my front window fogs up clearing my view I’m able to utilize my wipers wisely.Last for not least my ABS Air bag light comes on and then continues to flash throughout my commutes.I’m not understanding why am I being told that I’ll be the one responsible for the bill..This situation was and clearly is nothing to do with my actions.

Suspension
Filed Sep 28, 202292,000 milesGA

The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and making a left turn, the contact stated that the rear of the vehicle was vibrating and shuddering. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact stated that rear electric coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 92,000.

20 of 38 complaints, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2014
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20272000Routine
20266000Routine
202517100Routine
202419300Routine
202327310Routine
202222200Routine
202024100Routine
201937200Routine
2018 — this page38100Routine
201768200Routine
201629110Routine
201592310Routine
2014199720Routine

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Reading this record

No unusual pattern of severe incidents in the complaint record.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Nov 8, 2019. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.