Across 2 model years, the Infiniti QX55 has 13 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and seats. 2022 drew the most complaints (9), 2023 the fewest (4).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Infiniti QX55 vehicles (US, public record).
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Highest: 2022 (9 complaints). Lowest: 2023 (4).
Mixed to negative sentiment overall. The vehicle is acknowledged for its attractive, sporty coupe-SUV styling, which several owners find to be a standout feature.
Major recall for manufacturing defects in engine bearings (main, A-, C-, L-link) leading to engine damage, catastrophic failure, loss of motive power, and potential engine fire. An incident involving a 2022 QX55 resulting in an engine fire is specifically cited in recall documents.
Transmission described as "notoriously disliked," with a high likelihood of failure around 50,000-100,000 miles, cited as a ~$6,000 USD repair. Driving character is criticized as "weird," with delayed, "soupy" acceleration and poor communication between the engine and transmission.
Interior tech described as "extremely dated," "from 2008," and "woefully behind." Specific glitches reported include: entertainment system reboots, Bluetooth turning off by itself, and a slow, non-intuitive interface. The dual-screen setup is particularly panned.
Owners report "weird electrical problems" including malfunctioning door lock actuators, parking sensors misfiring, and driver's seat memory not returning to the set position.
Noted as "quite loud on highways," with one owner reporting hearing air noise from the top of the windshield.
Owner insights cover all generations of the QX55. Individual model years are broken down above.
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