2018 Infiniti Qx60 Safety Report
2018 INFINITI QX60 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2018 Infiniti Qx60. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (34) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2022 | Compare against the 2022 Infiniti Qx60 with 20 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 Infiniti Qx60 before buying across this generation. |
Infiniti Qx60 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Infiniti Qx60 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Infiniti Qx60 | 35 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Infiniti Qx60 | 65 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Infiniti Qx60 | 22 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Infiniti Qx60 | 28 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Infiniti Qx60 | 90 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx60 | 20 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2018 Infiniti Qx60 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2018 Infiniti Qx60, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Infiniti onlyEngine
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Infiniti onlyService Brakes
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Infiniti onlyPower Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Infiniti onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Air Bags
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Air Bags issues Infiniti onlyElectrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other issues Infiniti onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
Reliability Score
The 2018 Infiniti Qx60 receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train Issues Engine and electrical system failures are frequent, with issues like check engine lights and power steering lock-ups. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Malfunction Brakes have shown inconsistent performance, leading to safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Random Acceleration And Deceleration The vehicle has experienced random acceleration and deceleration, which can be dangerous and unpredictable. |
High | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Power Steering Lock-Up Power steering can lock up during turns, making it difficult to control the vehicle. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2018 Infiniti Qx60:
Issues with the power train, including engine and electrical system failures, are common.
Service brakes have shown signs of malfunction, leading to inconsistent braking performance.
The vehicle has experienced random acceleration and deceleration, which can be dangerous.
Power steering can lock up during turns, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Recall Details for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60 by NHTSA:
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.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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 v...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2018 Infiniti Qx60 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
Since my car had about 45000 miles on the odometer, it has been producing a thick white smoke, not only upon starting the car from a cold start, but also after longer distance trips over 30 miles. After having taken it to the dealership multiple times, their response has been that they cannot recreate the problem and most likely it is from engine sludge due to not maintaining the regular oil chan...
1. Airbags and seatbelt lights: The vehicle airbags light and seatbelt lights keeps flashing and after taking it to the dealer, they keep suggesting buying a new passenger seat assembly coasting thousands of dollars. Many similar complaints online with no resolutions or temporary solutions by the dealers. 2. CVT transmission problem: Vehicle jerking, and hesitating when driving. Vehicle also strug...
While driving, the vehicle often brakes and accelerates without my control. I've reported this issue before. My brakes are fine, according to the vehicle status.
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no ...
The power steering seems to lock up on me when making a turn from a complete stop to turning on to a busy highway or street. It is very unsafe. I have seen this same issue on multiple complaint boards online. Below are some links. I am having the exact same issue. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control.
The rear differential is messed up on this truck, and there is grinding noise - when i turn left or right, and there,s a whinning noise while driving, and also black fluid drips from in between the oil pan, and transmission and hissing sound when turned on..
Check engine light came on, poor idling and start up. Infiniti replaced pvc hose that was cracked, electical seat warmer issue was fixed, dvd electrical issue was denied under the claim warranty, and some sensors were replaced due to codes of lean fuel, and the technician noticed a ticking noise. The dealership told us to pick the car up, drive it and put more miles on it and bring it back in to f...
Car is slipping and have had CV joints checked, fluids replaced. Was told it was the differential coupling. Looked it up and many, many others are having the same issue. This is a safety concern because the transmission is slipping on these cars when they get to 50,000+ miles.
Check Engine light came on. Diagnosis revealed timing chain needs to be replaced. Mileage is past the warranty but years is not past the warranty. Repair comes just a couple of months after gear shift locked up and full gear shift assembly had to be replaced.
Malfunction of Power Train from 2018 Infiniti QX60. On July 19th, I visited Infiniti of Beachwood due to engine error light (error code P0776, CVT tranmission malfunction) of 2018 Infiniti QX60 (VIN: 5N1DL0MN0JC533475, mileage 79600). Infiniti dealer service at beachwood asked me wait untill they receive transmission warranty approval from their regional Headquarter. During last 3 weeks, I ca...
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle failed to start. After calling Roadside Assistance, all attempts to jumpstart the vehicle failed. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independen...
I was doing around 60 mph when a guy to my right did an illegal u turn right in front of my car. The front of my car hit the driver side of his car. There was extensive damage to the front end of my car but my air bags did not go off.
The windshield wipers quick working while in a rainstorm, more than once. They will stall out and then start again with up to a minute in between. The vehicle can be inspected before repairs. The safety of everyone in and outside the vehicle is compromised significantly, with visibility while driving on all roads and freeways. The vehicle is going into the dealer and there is a current recall aff...
To whom this may concern.My vehicle middle console is completely out.My Radio no longer powers on.The A/C runs continuously however I’m unable to control any functions including my defrosts.therefore as the weather is getting colder I’m not able to activate the defrost so my front window fogs up clearing my view I’m able to utilize my wipers wisely.Last for not least my ABS Air bag light comes on...
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and making a left turn, the contact stated that the rear of the vehicle was vibrating and shuddering. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact stated that rear electric coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufac...
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH or at slower speeds, the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) failed to function as designed, causing the passenger’s side rear tire to spin. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while attempting to accelerate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that...
I purchased my 2018 QX60 in 2021 at Competition Infiniti as a certified pre-own vehicle. I soon began to hear a rattling noise and the steering wheel would vibrate a little. I brought the vehicle back to the dealer several times with this complain and they keep telling me that their is nothing that the can do for me because that’s the way the vehicle is built. The noise as I was told is common ...
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, he heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park at a nearby parking lot and noticed that the sunroof panel had shattered. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact then towe...
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle with the front driver’s side or front passenger’s side seat belts unlocked, the seat belt not secured message would display on the instrument panel without the audible chime. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The fai...
Showing 20 of 34 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2018 Infiniti Qx60
Has the 2018 INFINITI QX60 been recalled?
Yes, the 2018 INFINITI QX60 has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2018 INFINITI QX60 have?
The 2018 INFINITI QX60 has 34 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 9 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
The 2018 INFINITI QX60 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2018 INFINITI QX60 involve power train (7 complaints), engine (4 complaints), service brakes (4 complaints). Other affected components include power train,unknown or other,engine, power train,electrical system,air bags, electrical system,vehicle speed control,unknown or other.
How many crash reports does the 2018 INFINITI QX60 have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2018 INFINITI QX60 out of 34 total complaints (5.9% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2018 INFINITI QX60 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2018 INFINITI QX60 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 INFINITI QX60.
How many injuries are reported for the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
9 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2018 INFINITI QX60. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2018 INFINITI QX60?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 INFINITI QX60 is generally recommended. It has 34 complaints, 1 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
The components with the most failures on the 2018 INFINITI QX60 are: 1. POWER TRAIN (7 complaints), 2. ENGINE (4 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES (4 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE (2 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS (1 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 7 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2018 INFINITI QX60?
Be cautious of power train and service brake issues, as they can lead to dangerous situations. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2018 INFINITI QX60 has 34 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
The 2018 INFINITI QX60 receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 34 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Power Train Issues and Service Brakes Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
Known issues with the 2018 INFINITI QX60 include: Power Train Issues, Service Brakes Malfunction, Random Acceleration and Deceleration, Power Steering Lock-Up. These are based on patterns found across 34 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
Common issues include power train problems, service brake malfunctions, and random acceleration and deceleration.
Are there any recalls for the 2018 INFINITI QX60?
Yes, there is a recall for service brakes on certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano and 2016-2018 Nissan QX60 models.
What should I do if I experience random acceleration and deceleration?
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional to identify and address the cause of these issues.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of power train and service brake issues, as they can lead to dangerous situations. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2018 Infiniti Qx60
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2018 Infiniti Qx60. The data includes 34 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 9 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2018 Infiniti Qx60 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16