Infiniti QX80 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti QX80 model year (2014–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti QX80 Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 20 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 29
1 recall · 17 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem score: 22
1 recall · 19 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 22
Best Infiniti QX80 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 2
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Infiniti QX80 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | 4 | Good |
| 2025 | 3 | 6 | 15 | Caution |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | 2 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 6 | 12 | Caution |
| 2020 | 1 | 6 | 9 | Good |
| 2019 | 1 | 19 | 22 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 1 | 8 | 13 | Caution |
| 2017 | 0 | 15 | 17 | Caution |
| 2016 | 0 | 14 | 14 | Caution |
| 2015 | 1 | 17 | 22 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 3 | 20 | 29 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Infiniti QX80 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2024Recent QX80 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2024 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2016Mid-decade QX80 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2016 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year QX80 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2014 Infiniti QX80 if possible. It has 3 recalls, 20 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is ENGINE. The overall problem score is 29 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year QX80 to buy?+
The 2024 Infiniti QX80 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which QX80 has the fewest problems?+
The 2024, 2022, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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