KnownCarProblems2017 Infiniti QX60 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Infiniti QX60, most often about the engine (29% of complaints, typically around 34,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about QX60 model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
⚠ Safety advisory2 recalls for this car came with a park-outside warning. See below and check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Most common 2017 Infiniti QX60 problems
Engine
20 complaints · 29%Half of these problems showed up before 34,000 miles.
Car was running well and did not have any issues then went to start and car would not start, headlights started flickering, warning lights came on and car wouldn't start. Was able to get it to start and drive home but power steering went out, could not accelerate on a hwy, lights continued to flicker. Was not…
The engine shut down while driving. There where no warning lights. We where told that the car had a faulty ABS sensor and that caused the car to go into "failsafe" mode. This is the second time this had happened in 10 months.
Electrical
14 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 34,000 miles. Parts named most often: alternator/generator/regulator, 12v/24v/48v battery.
Car was running well and did not have any issues then went to start and car would not start, headlights started flickering, warning lights came on and car wouldn't start. Was able to get it to start and drive home but power steering went out, could not accelerate on a hwy, lights continued to flicker. Was not…
My car Infiniti QX60 2017 the horn started to honk with no reason it wouldn't stop honking 1st time, 2nd time it happened it was coming smog from the horns and now the horn won't work changed the horn fuse and it will burn it every time so it has a shortcut somewhere so now we have a car with no horn until is fixed!
Transmission
13 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 56,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that the airbag sensor on the passengerâs side of the vehicle failed to determine and classify the weight of the passenger seated in the seat. The contact was concerned that the airbag would not operate as needed in the event of a crash. The contact had taken…
On 2/18/2020 I was driving my vehicle in a snowy weather and my brakes failed to stop my vehicle and ended up sliding down the carb and hit a parked vehicle. I have a recall for ABS. My transfer case under the hood was leaking and making a weird loud noice. Went to the dealership right before the accident happened but…
Other or unspecified
12 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 27,000 miles.
Car failed to accelerate on a major highway (thruway)!! Virtually no warning at all - only ped indicator light flashed on/off. Very lucky to be alive ( myself and 2 kids) . Was able to pull to side of road , into rest /truck stop.area- battery light (red) illuminated . Called service dept at local dealership -…
My car Infiniti QX60 2017 the horn started to honk with no reason it wouldn't stop honking 1st time, 2nd time it happened it was coming smog from the horns and now the horn won't work changed the horn fuse and it will burn it every time so it has a shortcut somewhere so now we have a car with no horn until is fixed!
Brakes
10 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 44,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated and remained illuminated for approximately an hour and twenty minutes. The contact pulled the vehicle over and attempted to contact roadside assistance which was unsuccessful. The vehicle…
My car hydroplaned and everything shut off. The brakes and steering wheel locked and the engine shut off. There was nothing I could do to prevent the accident. I was driving under the speed limit and was not engaged in any reckless maneuvering. I felt the car slide in an unnatural direction and when I attempted to…
Speed control
7 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 25,500 miles.
2 times now in the last few weeks while using adaptive cruise control the car decided to take off. I watched the cruise speed go from 70 to 80 without any input and the car rocketed to 100 miles and hour. Braking would slow it down but as soon as I took my foot off the brake it would speed up. I tried turning the…
When starting up after a complete stop, the vehicle will surge. It also happens when you put the car into reverse. The dealership stated they had experienced the same problem and had to replace the transmission. Drove our vehicle in the parking lot but could not recreate the problem so would not do anything further. I…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: body.
While driving on a clear stretch of interstate (not near an underpass or trucks or other cars) the sunroof exploded. It made a sound like a gun, glass came into the car because I did not have the shade closed. There was no indication anything hit the sunroof. A police report was filed and Infiniti covered the repair…
Steering
3 complaints · 4%My car hydroplaned and everything shut off. The brakes and steering wheel locked and the engine shut off. There was nothing I could do to prevent the accident. I was driving under the speed limit and was not engaged in any reckless maneuvering. I felt the car slide in an unnatural direction and when I attempted to…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Infiniti QX60 recalls
Brakes: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: if the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Full defect summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 nissan murano, 2016-2018 nissan maxima, and 2017-2019 nissan pathfinder and infiniti qx60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18v-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Brakes: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 29, 2018. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: when brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Full defect summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 nissan murano, 2016-2017 nissan maxima, 2017-2018 nissan pathfinder, and 2017 infiniti qx60 vehicles. The anti-lock brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
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 2017 Infiniti QX60
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Infiniti QX60?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (20 complaints, typically around 34,000 miles); electrical (14 complaints, typically around 34,000 miles); transmission (13 complaints, typically around 56,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Infiniti QX60 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 8, 2019 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Infiniti QX60?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about QX60 model year since 2000, with 68 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.