Infiniti QX60 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti QX60 model year (2013–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti QX60 Years to Avoid
5 recalls · 180 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 197
3 recalls · 66 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 77
0 recalls · 27 complaints
15 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 57
Best Infiniti QX60 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 4 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 4
1 recall · 5 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 8
2 recalls · 15 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 21
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Infiniti QX60 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 4 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 8 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 19 | 1 | — | 24 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 19 | 3 | — | 31 | Good |
| 2022 | 2 | 15 | — | — | 21 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 18 | 11 | — | 40 | Good |
| 2019 | 1 | 30 | — | — | 33 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 27 | 15 | — | 57 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 47 | 3 | — | 56 | Good |
| 2016 | 1 | 21 | 4 | — | 32 | Good |
| 2015 | 3 | 66 | 1 | — | 77 | Caution |
| 2014 | 5 | 180 | 1 | — | 197 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
All 14 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Infiniti QX60 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2021Recent QX60 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2021 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2013Mid-decade QX60 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2013 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year QX60 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2014 Infiniti QX60 if possible. It has 5 recalls, 180 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 197 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year QX60 to buy?+
The 2026 Infiniti QX60 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 4. It has only 0 recalls and 4 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which QX60 has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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