Infiniti QX56 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Infiniti QX56 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Good | 1 | 21 | 3 | 1 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2012 | Caution | — | 34 | 1 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2011 | Avoid | — | 53 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 2 | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2009Best | Good | 2 | 5 | — | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | 2 | 39 | 2 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 1 | 17 | — | — | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2006 | Avoid | 2 | 58 | — | — | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2005 | Avoid | 2 | 62 | — | — | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2004Worst | Avoid | 2 | 67 | 3 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
10 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Infiniti QX56 Problems
Based on 372 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Infiniti QX56 Reliability
What year QX56 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2004 Infiniti QX56 had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 67 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2004 report for specific defects.
Is the Infiniti QX56 reliable?
The Infiniti QX56 has accumulated 372 owner-filed complaints and 14 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2009 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used QX56.
What are the most common QX56 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Service Brakes (79 reports), Engine (46 reports), Electrical System (42 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (29 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my QX56 has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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