2017 Infiniti Qx80 Safety Report
2017 INFINITI QX80 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Infiniti Qx80. 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 | Low (0) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (15) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Air Bags | Compare air bags issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Infiniti Qx80 with 6 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 before buying across this generation. |
Infiniti Qx80 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 Qx80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Infiniti Qx80 | 8 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Infiniti Qx80 | 14 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Infiniti Qx80 | 19 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Infiniti Qx80 | 17 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Infiniti Qx80 | 6 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Infiniti Qx80 | 6 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Infiniti Qx80 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Infiniti Qx80, 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.
Air Bags
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Infiniti onlyElectrical System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Infiniti onlyService Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Infiniti onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine issues Infiniti onlyElectrical System,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Infiniti onlySuspension,Air Bags
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension,Air Bags issues Infiniti onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80
Reliability Score
The 2017 Infiniti Qx80 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bag Deployment Air bags have deployed unexpectedly, potentially due to a known issue with the passenger air bag system disarming when a small adult or child sits in the passenger seat. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Unintended Braking The vehicle has experienced phantom braking, causing sudden stops at low speeds, which can be dangerous in traffic. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Rpm Flutter The engine RPMs have been reported to flutter between 1000 and 2500 RPMs, which can affect vehicle control and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Loss Of Power The vehicle has experienced loss of power, particularly in stop-and-go traffic, which can reduce control and safety. |
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 2017 Infiniti Qx80:
Issues with the air bag system, including unexpected deployment and disarming, are common.
Problems with the electrical system, such as unintended braking and RPM fluctuations, are frequent.
Loss of power and RPM flutter are reported issues that can affect vehicle control and safety.
The sunroof has been reported to explode, posing a safety risk.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Infiniti Qx80 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Infinity QX80. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. The seller had an LLC. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 90,743. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was 175,074 on January 6, 2026. The third-party warranty company that the contact hired discovered the discrepancy an...
Automatic emergency braking system phantom braking; Several different times now, on the road; at low speed causing sudden stopping in traffic; after pulling over the emergency stopping system turned off but the transmission locked up in one gear; drive on in a fixed gear and after several miles transmission unlocked and vehicle returned to normal; Have not gone to dealer No compone...
Made a right hand turn and vehicle shut off in traffic barley got into turn lane and vehicle died in the middle of the road, just got lucky a state trooper was behind us to hold traffic off.. would not restart no power, dead battery, put a jumper on the vehicle and it started enough to get out of immediate danger. After replacing a burned up alternator and battery twice it was found the battery c...
The air bag light started flashing. The only thing that I did was have the vehicle oil change and air filters changed. Per the warranty Air Bags are excluded. If the airbags have not deployed or been serviced, there would be no reason to blink unless defective. It costs $2500 for a possible fix and if that doesn’t solve the problem it will cost for the next step and so on. Why is this not a manufa...
I am writing to report serious safety concerns regarding my 2017 Infiniti QX80. The vehicle has exhibited two primary issues: 1. Unintended Braking: The vehicle has a tendency to suddenly and unexpectedly brake, particularly when driving over specific road surfaces, such as brick-paved intersections. This behavior is extremely dangerous as it can lead to accidents, especially in high-traffic area...
2/28/2023 was driving on freeway during a Rainey night truck suddenly spurned out of control were i could not control the wheel truck hydroplaned in to the center divider of the freeway and crashed in to the wall when the front driver side air bag never deployed but the passenger side air bag did did deployed all side passenger air bags were deployed .. but no driver side air bag deployment at all...
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX 80. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, the front passenger’s side air bag deployed without warning or impact. The driver was able to park the vehicle and after exiting the vehicle, the remaining air bags deployed. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The man...
This is a very common and well-known issue with 2017 Infiniti QX 80 Vin number [XXX] The car RPMs flutter between 1000 RPMs to 2500 RPMs due to the TCM and EC M/ECU TCU failure to the transmission causing terrible gas mileage vehicle stalls in traffic which can cause accidents and has happened over 10 times to me I have called and reported this as well with you all Infiniti will not earn up to the...
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated while driving approximately 10-50 MPH in stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to several unknown dealers to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the TCU (Telematics Communication Unit) and ECM were faulty. The vehicle was repaired; howeve...
The passenger air bag system is apparently designed to disarm when a "small adult or child" sits in the passenger seat. This means each time my wife sits in the passenger seat (she is approx. 120lbs,) the passenger air bag light illuminates and the air bag is disarmed. This then renders one of the key safety features inoperable, and she and I feel very unsafe in the car. However, my research tells...
My battery died and needed a jump start. Shortly after jump starting my vehicle, the airbag light began flashing. The Infiniti dealership in Milwaukee is quoting $3900 to fix this which seems crazy. I don't know if the airbag will even deploy if I get into accident.
I WAS DRIVING DOWN A THREE LANE ST WITH NO OTHERS CARS NEAR ME. NO CARS IN FRONT OR BEHIND OF ME. WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED.
I TRIED TO OPEN THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE AND I COULD NOT SINCE I DID NOT PRESS LONG ENOUGH. THEN I TRIED TO DO THE SAME FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE BUT AGAIN I COULD NOT SINCE AGAIN I DID NOT HOLD THE BUTTON LONG ENOUGH(I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FOR MY WIFE AND I WAS DRIVING IT FOR THE SECOND TIME DUE TO SNOW). I THOUGHT MAYBE I SHOULD TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AND TRY AGAIN SINCE MY LOGIC WAS IF THE TRUCK IS R...
CONSISTENT POPPING NOISE FROM THE REAR AND FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHICH HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. THIS ISSUE HAS EFFECT THE OVERALL SAFETY OF ME FAMILY. WHEN DRIVING AT RATE OF SPEED OF ABOUT 40-45MPH THE TRUCK STARTS TO SHAKE MAKING IT VERY HARD TO KEEP CONTROL. MOST RECENTLY WHEN MAKING A TURN I BEGIN TO HEAR A CLICKING NOISE. MY VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS ABOUT 27K MILES AND I HAVE HAD NOTHING ...
THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH THE WINDSHIELD FACING TOWARD THE STREET. PASSING TRAFFIC EVIDENTLY KICKED UP A ROCK CHIP AND CAUSED THE WINDSHIELD TO CRACK ALL THE WAY DOWN THE MIDDLE. IN MY EXPERIENCE, IT IS NOT TYPICAL FOR A WINDSHIELD TO CRACK FROM THE TOP OF THE GLASS ALL THE WAY TO THE BOTTOM OF THE GLASS DUE TO A ROCK STRIKE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY RELATIVE...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Infiniti Qx80
Has the 2017 INFINITI QX80 been recalled?
No, the 2017 INFINITI QX80 has no recalls on record with NHTSA as of our latest data update.
How many complaints does the 2017 INFINITI QX80 have?
The 2017 INFINITI QX80 has 15 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
The 2017 INFINITI QX80 does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 INFINITI QX80 involve air bags (4 complaints), electrical system (1 complaints), service brakes,forward collision avoidance (1 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system,unknown or other,engine, electrical system,service brakes,forward collision avoidance, suspension,air bags.
How many crash reports does the 2017 INFINITI QX80 have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2017 INFINITI QX80 out of 15 total complaints (6.7% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 INFINITI QX80 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2017 INFINITI QX80 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 INFINITI QX80.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 INFINITI QX80. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 INFINITI QX80?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 INFINITI QX80 is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 15 complaints, 0 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 INFINITI QX80 are: 1. AIR BAGS (4 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE (1 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints). AIR BAGS is the single most-reported problem area with 4 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 INFINITI QX80?
Be cautious of unexpected air bag deployments and electrical system issues, as these can affect vehicle control and safety. The 2017 INFINITI QX80 has 15 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
The 2017 INFINITI QX80 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 15 owner complaints, 0 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air Bag Deployment and Unintended Braking.
What are the known issues with the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
Known issues with the 2017 INFINITI QX80 include: Air Bag Deployment, Unintended Braking, RPM Flutter, Loss of Power. These are based on patterns found across 15 NHTSA complaints.
Are there any known issues with the air bag system in the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
Yes, air bags have been reported to deploy unexpectedly, potentially due to a known issue with the passenger air bag system disarming.
What are the common electrical system issues in the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
The vehicle has experienced unintended braking and RPM fluctuations, which can affect control and safety.
Have there been any reports of the sunroof exploding in the 2017 INFINITI QX80?
Yes, there have been reports of the sunroof exploding, which poses a safety risk.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of unexpected air bag deployments and electrical system issues, as these can affect vehicle control and safety.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Infiniti Qx80
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80. The data includes 15 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 0 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
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