KnownCarProblems2013 Infiniti QX56 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Infiniti QX56, most often about the engine (59% of complaints, typically around 115,000 miles). It is 7th of 10 QX56 model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2013 Infiniti QX56 problems
Engine
19 complaints · 59%Half of these problems showed up before 115,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud ticking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed, and the failure was related to…
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle misfired and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. The vehicle was towed to willis Infiniti (2101 nw 100th st, des moines, ia 50325, [phone]) and was diagnosed that the transmission was faulty.…
Brakes
4 complaints · 13%On two separate occasions within two days, the brake pedal went completely to the floor. In the first instance, I was already at a complete stop with my foot on the brake pedal when it suddenly collapsed all the way to the floor. In the second instance, as soon as I came to a complete stop, the brake pedal collapsed…
Driving down highway 421 in wilkesboro, nc on a 45 MPH section of the highway, merged over into the turning lane to turn left across two lanes of traffic. Waited for a break in traffic, upon a break in traffic tried to accelerate to cross traffic, as vehicle started to accelerate it stalled in middle of road. Wife and…
Suspension
4 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: rear.
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. While driving 30 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise and the vehicle shook. The following day, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle was sagging. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the suspension air bag on the rear driver's side of the…
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that intermittently while parked, and while driving at various speeds, the rear of the vehicle was sagging. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the air shocks and compressor needed to be…
Transmission
3 complaints · 9%The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact heard a squeaking noise when she depressed the accelerator pedal. Also, the vehicle shook when stopping and hesitated when attempting to accelerate to highway speeds. An independent mechanic checked the vehicle, after multiple incident happen the noise got louder and…
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment while accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the…
Electrical
3 complaints · 9%There was car that pulled up behind me while I was idle in the driveway and as I pulled out no warning beep..and now the vehicle. Was not cranking for several hours and nothing is wrong with battery and remote is fully charged & have been stranded seval times because if of it...this has to be a recall
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2013 Infiniti QX56 recalls
Equipment: labels
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed september 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated fall 2026. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are r26b1 and p6a13/4. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on july 16, 2026.
Full defect summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 nissan armada, 2011-2013 infiniti qx56, and 2014-2027 qx80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Fuel system: fuel system, gasoline
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on january 25, 2015. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 nissan juke, 2012-2013 infiniti m56, qx56, and 2014-2015 infiniti q70 (v8 engine vehicles only), and qx80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's air bag, the incorrect part may block the flow of propellant to the air bag and the air bag's inflator may rupture. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike and potentially seriously injure the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on december 1, 2014. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 infiniti qx56 vehicles manufactured september 1, 2012, to april 26, 2013, and 2014 infiniti qx80 vehicles manufactured june 18, 2013, to february 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been manufactured with an incorrect part.
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 2013 Infiniti QX56
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Infiniti QX56?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (19 complaints, typically around 115,000 miles); brakes (4 complaints); suspension (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2013 Infiniti QX56 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 15, 2026 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2013 a bad year for the Infiniti QX56?
- It is 7th of 10 QX56 model years by number of complaints, with 32 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.