https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Infiniti Qx56. en-us Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:31:14 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#recall-26V455000-infiniti-infiniti-qx56-2013 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#recall-26V455000-infiniti-infiniti-qx56-2012 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#recall-26V455000-infiniti-infiniti-qx56-2011 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2103267 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT There are times when driving under 50 mph brake light comes on and the brakes have goes out which cause me to do an emergency pullover turn off the truck for a few minutes and the brakes reset. This is very concerning for me. This has happened on a few occasions. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2094047 Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly stalled. Additionally, the contact became aware that the vehicle was experiencing inaccurate fuel gauge reading. The contact stated that the fuel gauge indicated that there was fuel in the vehicle while the fuel tank was empty. There was no warning light illuminated. No further inf https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2040083 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT I started to break saw a major traffic jam . And my steering started shaking and my breaks did not Stop like they're supposed to.almost was i huge crash w I th my [XXX] and [XXX] old INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2040084 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT I started to break saw a major traffic jam . And my steering started shaking and my breaks did not Stop like they're supposed to.almost was i huge crash w I th my [XXX] and [XXX] old INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2013614 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT A subframe is a key structural component of every car. As such, it stands to reason that it should last as long as the car itself. Doing much research on this model suspension and subframes become rusted as I didn’t know this when purchasing making it very unsafe . I experienced being involved in almost 2 accidents. Very dangerous. Subframe split in half and suspension. Something needs to be done https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2012619 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT There was previous recall on this vehicle, 10V-074 (Infiniti #R1011) for a fuel sender problem, causing the fuel gauge to be inaccurate. Infiniti says it was fixed in 2010. Unfortunately, I am having the exact same problem now, and have run out of gas twice because of it. Infiniti said they can't help because it was already fixed. Safety issue because running out of fuel while driving is dan https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2012620 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT There was previous recall on this vehicle, 10V-074 (Infiniti #R1011) for a fuel sender problem, causing the fuel gauge to be inaccurate. Infiniti says it was fixed in 2010. Unfortunately, I am having the exact same problem now, and have run out of gas twice because of it. Infiniti said they can't help because it was already fixed. Safety issue because running out of fuel while driving is dan https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-2004972 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT My wife was driving home from work, said brake is failing, makes loud grindy, rattling noise when brake is applied. Once the car is turn off and back on, everything is back to normal. When I got home, i took the wheels off to check everything was ok, pads were almost new, which I replaced last year. Drove around for 10 miles no problem. This is a serious safety issue which Nissan/Infiniti should t https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1953475 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT The passenger airbag restraint system has failed. Specifically, the passenger seat airbag sensor has failed, meaning there is no current airbag functionality for the passenger in my 2010 Infiniti QX56. There was a voluntary safety recall for (R1606) for Infiniti QX56's with years 2014-2016 for the same fault. Obviously, this is a tremendous life and safety risk and should be resolved by the man https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1917513 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud ticking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed, and the failure was related to Infiniti Campaign Number: P6305. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was no https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1912330 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT Air bag not working, horn not working properly. And other functions. Was told clock spring needs to be replaced. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1912331 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT Air bag not working, horn not working properly. And other functions. Was told clock spring needs to be replaced. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1904642 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT Unknown. Timing chain issue. When car is started it makes a noise for about 10 min then goes away https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1902052 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment while accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the timing chain. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to In https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1899221 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT Catalytic Converter, A/F Sensor failed on the interstate when I was driving with kids in the car. Took vehicle to the nearest dealer only to be told that this is a known problem with these vehicles and it was going to cost me $3,100 to repair. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1899222 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT Catalytic Converter, A/F Sensor failed on the interstate when I was driving with kids in the car. Took vehicle to the nearest dealer only to be told that this is a known problem with these vehicles and it was going to cost me $3,100 to repair. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1890588 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT Control arm failure https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1889295 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the fuel gauge indicated that there was no fuel remaining, and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V0 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1886009 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT While driving at highway speed, rear of vehicle suddenly became uncontrolled and caused vehicle to swerve dangerously. If a vehicle would have been in the adjacent lane an accident would have occurred. Upon initial inspection, the left rear lower control arm failed catastrophically due to rust rendering the vehicle undrivable. Driver and passenger were put at risk as a result of this incident. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1883418 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Started car in the morning and it started misfiring very badly. Flashing check engine light. Immediately pulled over and shut engine off. Had it towed to my shop I use they hooked it up to computer and it was diagnosed as a loose timing chain. Basically timing chain replacement This is rediculous only has 129k miles. They claim timing chain and components are good til 300k with regular ma https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1878123 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT The rear controls arms and cradle mount were riddled with severe fissures, causing car to sway dramatically. The level of component failure posed a severe safety risk to me. My mechanic was shocked by the amount of failure to these major rear suspension components. I have included photos and receipts for repairs. https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1876532 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that intermittently while parked, and while driving at various speeds, the rear of the vehicle was sagging. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the air shocks and compressor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1873559 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT I was involved in an auto rollover accident on January2, 2023 when a driver "t-boned" me in my 2008 Infiniti Qx56 striking the middle of the passenger side of my Qx56 after running a stop sign and failing to yield to my right of way causing my Qx56 to roll over 3 times. My driver's steering wheel airbag did NOT deploy. To my knowledge all the other airbags did deploy. I suffered neck, right sho https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1852271 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2005 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the residence where it was discovered that no fuel was present although the fuel gauge indicated that there was a quarter tank of fuel in the tank. After adding fuel, the vehicle was restarted, and the vehicle operated as desig https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1851846 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT I have an engine light on as a result of 2 bad catalytic converters that need to be replaced. The vehicle has been inspected the infinite dealer maintenance dept. This poses a safety risk of this vehicle shutting down in the midst of driving https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1840686 Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Brake Failure. The brake fails occasionally while driving on the streets or on the Highways without Waring. The brake pedal goes down to the floor, and grinding/hitting metal to metal sound is heard and vehicle brake control is lost. Experiences were traumatic; you swing left or right to avoid hitting another vehicle from behind or running a red light. The vehicle has been inspected by an independ https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56 https://plaincars.com/make/infiniti-qx56#complaint-1840363 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Our Infiniti QX56 started misfiring and shaking when driving. We took it in to the Infiniti dealership and was informed it is a bad timing chain. Upon research, we realized there was a recall for this issue on 2013 Infiniti QX56 models just like ours. However, our VIN did not show on the recall list. Our car has been meticulously maintained. Our research revealed that timing chains in well m