Avoid: No year grades F. Weakest: 2015
Best: 2022 (few owner reports)
10 model years of NHTSA owner complaints and recalls · How we grade
Across 13 model years, the Infiniti QX80 has 131 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 26 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. 2014 drew the most complaints (21), 2022 the fewest of the years on the road 3+ years (1).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Infiniti QX80 vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $63,487–$76,839.
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: 2014 (21 complaints). Lowest: 2022 (1).
Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on model year and purchase context.
Very expensive failure occurring frequently just outside of warranty, with repair costs cited from $1,700 to $2,600. Mentioned as a widespread issue across model years.
Real-world consumption reported as low as 11-12 MPG in mixed driving. Considered a defining characteristic of the V8 model.
Systems described as ancient, laggy, prone to freezing, and featuring a confusing dual-screen setup (pre-2020). Newer 2025 models also reported with infotainment glitches like screens turning off.
Use of hard plastics, low-rent materials, and overall interior design criticized for feeling outdated and not befitting a luxury vehicle price tag.
Timing chain problems noted as a known issue to check for. Variable Valve Timing (VVT) solenoids and related engine codes (P0011, P0021, etc.) cause rough starts and RPM limitations.
Owner insights cover all generations of the QX80. Individual model years are broken down above.
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