KnownCarProblems2010 Infiniti QX56 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Infiniti QX56, most often about the steering (23% of complaints). It is 8th of 10 QX56 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2010 Infiniti QX56 problems
Steering
6 complaints · 23%The contact owns a 2010 infinity QX56. The contact stated that when driving over a pot hole at any speed, the steering would become increasingly difficult to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure where the dealer performed a diagnosis and located the failure at the rear passenger…
I own 2010 QX56. On november 16th I was coming out of parking garage at chicago o'hare airport. After I pass the pay booth, with in 15 feet at the speed of 4 to 5 miles per hour, I lost control of the steering wheel because of some malfunction of the steering wheel assembly. Steering wheel moved 180 degree in one…
Air bags
6 complaints · 23%The air bag indicator illuminated on the dashboard control panel. Upon inspection at an infinity dealership I was told the cable for the air bag needed to be replaced. The cost would be about $600. The vehicle only has approximately 54,000 miles and I do not think there should be a malfunction of the air bag. I was…
The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle and the air bags deployed. As a result, the contact sustained cuts by glass fragments from the air bag. A police report was filed and the contact required medical…
Electrical
4 complaints · 15%The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that all of the instrument panel lights illuminated oas the vehicle stalled. The contact called road side assistance but they were unable to get the vehicle started. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and inspected. The dealer was able to restart the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the icc sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. While driving 55 MPH, the contact noticed a knocking noise coming from the passenger side dashboard. The contact stated that the noise occurred randomly while driving and while parked. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
The rear overhead console fell while driving. Apparently it was due to the heat on the roof that melted the 6 clips inside that holds it to the ceiling, I'm confident this has to be a manufacturer defect and needs be corrected before someone dies. If my two small children were in the vehicle it could have easily…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Infiniti QX56 recalls
Suspension: lower arm
Risk: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, qx56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from november 19, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. Due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.
Brakes: pedals and linkages
Risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. The pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 Infiniti QX56
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Infiniti QX56?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (6 complaints); air bags (6 complaints); electrical (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from May 14, 2010 (suspension). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Infiniti QX56?
- It is 8th of 10 QX56 model years by number of complaints, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.