2019 INFINITI QX60 Problems
Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component
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What this page shows
Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2019 INFINITI QX60, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Reports by component
Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category
- Driver assistance1122.9%
- Powertrain (other)1020.8%
- Engine918.8%
- Electrical714.6%
- Body & structure24.2%
- Airbags24.2%
- Suspension12.1%
- Visibility12.1%
- Brakes12.1%
- Fuel system12.1%
- Other / unspecified12.1%
- Seat belts12.1%
- Steering12.1%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Each component in detail
What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words
Driver assistance
Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.
From owner reports, verbatim
My backup camera is hard to see when I’m backing up at night.
COMPONENT/SYSTEM FAILURE: Timing chain and timing chain tensioner/guide assembly failure. The timing chain has stretched prematurely, causing the vehicle to fail to start, loss of acceleration response, check engine light illumination, and audible rattling noise from the engine compartment. The failed components are available for inspection upon request at the dealership. SAFETY RISK: The vehicle would not accelerate when the gas pedal was pressed, creating a dangerous situation where the vehicle could not respond to driver input. This poses a serious safety risk in traffic, highway merging, or emergency evasive situations. Additionally, the failure to start leaves occupants stranded without warning. DEALER CONFIRMATION: The problem has been diagnosed and confirmed by an authorized Infiniti dealer. The dealer determined the cause is timing chain stretching and has quoted $6,500 for repair, which includes timing chain, tensioners, and guides replacement. PRIOR WARNINGS: Approximately one week prior to complete failure, the vehicle began exhibiting a rattling noise from the engine. The check engine light illuminated. Shortly after, the vehicle would not start and would not accelerate when the gas pedal was pressed. KNOWN DEFECT: This is a documented defect. Infiniti Technical Service Bulletin ITB19-027a addresses timing chain-related diagnostic trouble codes on 2017-2024 QX60 vehicles with the VQ35DD engine. The timing chain tensioner and guide failure on VQ-series engines is a well-documented premature wear issue affecting vehicles well before expected service life. At 80,000 miles, this failure is premature and indicative of a design or manufacturing defect, not normal wear. REQUEST: I am requesting NHTSA investigate this safety defect and consider requiring a recall for affected Infiniti QX60 vehicles. Nissan/Infiniti corporate has declined goodwill assistance despite the existence of TSBs acknowledging the issue.
Powertrain (other)
Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.
From owner reports, verbatim
Cvt transmission failing, started @ 113000 miles, trying to work with Infiniti consumer affairs, they have required me to bring the car into their shop for diag. When i purchased the vehicle 2/26/2022, include with the car was an extended warranty for 6 years unlimited miles. They dated the contract back to the manufacturer date in 1/31/2019 and expired on 1/31/2025. I’ve opened a case with Infiniti USA case# 56866430. I feel they have never fixed their CVT transmission issue and it causing consumer undue cost and stress.
Vehicle shudders on acceleration. 2013-2018 vehicles were recalled. 2019 is doing the same thing.
Engine
Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.
From owner reports, verbatim
COMPONENT/SYSTEM FAILURE: Timing chain and timing chain tensioner/guide assembly failure. The timing chain has stretched prematurely, causing the vehicle to fail to start, loss of acceleration response, check engine light illumination, and audible rattling noise from the engine compartment. The failed components are available for inspection upon request at the dealership. SAFETY RISK: The vehicle would not accelerate when the gas pedal was pressed, creating a dangerous situation where the vehicle could not respond to driver input. This poses a serious safety risk in traffic, highway merging, or emergency evasive situations. Additionally, the failure to start leaves occupants stranded without warning. DEALER CONFIRMATION: The problem has been diagnosed and confirmed by an authorized Infiniti dealer. The dealer determined the cause is timing chain stretching and has quoted $6,500 for repair, which includes timing chain, tensioners, and guides replacement. PRIOR WARNINGS: Approximately one week prior to complete failure, the vehicle began exhibiting a rattling noise from the engine. The check engine light illuminated. Shortly after, the vehicle would not start and would not accelerate when the gas pedal was pressed. KNOWN DEFECT: This is a documented defect. Infiniti Technical Service Bulletin ITB19-027a addresses timing chain-related diagnostic trouble codes on 2017-2024 QX60 vehicles with the VQ35DD engine. The timing chain tensioner and guide failure on VQ-series engines is a well-documented premature wear issue affecting vehicles well before expected service life. At 80,000 miles, this failure is premature and indicative of a design or manufacturing defect, not normal wear. REQUEST: I am requesting NHTSA investigate this safety defect and consider requiring a recall for affected Infiniti QX60 vehicles. Nissan/Infiniti corporate has declined goodwill assistance despite the existence of TSBs acknowledging the issue.
My car started making a whining noise and leaking oil simultaneously. After taking it to be looked at, there is a broken seal due in improper assembly on the right side drive shaft. If it remains broken, not fixed, I risk a transmission failure. Multiple "Technical Serve Bulletins" have been released by Infiniti since 2017 (my car is a 2019 and was purchased certified pre-owned), but they will not issue a recall because this isn't considered a safety issue. Losing transmission function on the highway would create a huge safety concern.
Electrical
Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.
From owner reports, verbatim
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2019 Infinity QX60. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, on February 25, 2022, the mileage was 59,607. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was 116,134. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact retrieved a Carfax history check, and it showed that on Oct. 4, 2021, the mileage was 52,177. Then, 48 hours later, on Oct. 6, 2021, on the recorded certified checklist, the mileage was 53,854. The information on the Carfax report was before the contact purchased the vehicle. The contact stated that on Oct. 6, 2021, the mileage information was blank on the Carfax report. The dealer was contacted; however, no assistance was provided.
The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle was drifted to the shoulder of the road where the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was started; however, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with alternator failure. The contact was informed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Body & structure
Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.
From owner reports, verbatim
When a person leans on the door and at least 200lbs of pressure is applied to the driver's door, in drive, the door will open and all the locks in the car will release.
THE CAR'S COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED WHEN PARKING THE CAR AND PRESSING THE BRAKE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED, WENT OVER THE YELLOW MEDIAN AND HIT A POLE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT IN THE SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE WHOLE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR TO BE COMPLETELY DAMAGED, THE SIDE AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT COMING OUT, ETC.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Airbags
Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.
From owner reports, verbatim
1. I have had my oil changed 3 times this year and there continue to have sludge in the oil and strange noise from engine and I am very uncomfortable and afraid to drive my car. It rides funny and sometime slows on its own. 2. My airbag light has remained on and I was told they need to be replaced Please consider CheckIn for damage engine for recall repair for 2019 QX 60 Thanks
THE CAR'S COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED WHEN PARKING THE CAR AND PRESSING THE BRAKE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED, WENT OVER THE YELLOW MEDIAN AND HIT A POLE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT IN THE SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE WHOLE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR TO BE COMPLETELY DAMAGED, THE SIDE AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT COMING OUT, ETC.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Suspension
Reports naming suspension components — springs, struts, shocks, control arms and related hardware.
From owner reports, verbatim
Took the vehicle in to the dealership for an oil change and state inspection. They informed us of the front lower control arms bushings are cracked, torn and need to be replaced. The vehicle is 5 years old with 41,000 miles. I asked the dealership why they would be this way and the service writer stated that it is just the quality of the bushings. Why are the bushings that worn on a vehicle that drives 8,000 miles per year, garage kept and all highway miles?
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Visibility
Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INFINITI QX60. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH WITH THE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM ACTIVATED, THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM DEACTIVATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BEAVERTON INFINITI (LOCATED AT 9500 SW CANYON RD, PORTLAND, OR 97225, (503) 626-8822) SEVERAL TIMES, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE DEALER ALSO STATED THAT THE SUN/PANORAMIC ROOF MOTOR AND HEADLINER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE SUN ROOF MOTOR WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE HEADLINER WAS NOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,500.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Brakes
Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH and exiting the carwash, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contact depressed the brake pedal all the way to the floorboard but it failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle drove on a curb and into bushes. The contact engaged the emergency brakes and the vehicle stopped. The contact pumped the brake pedal and it rose back. The contact sustained a headache, bleeding nose, pain on the shoulder and on right knee. The contact sought medical assistance. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a collision repair. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that her VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,850.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Fuel system
Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.
From owner reports, verbatim
Car just stalls or cuts out and loses power. Dealership says it’s not pulling any codes.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Other / unspecified
Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.
From owner reports, verbatim
THE CAR'S COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED WHEN PARKING THE CAR AND PRESSING THE BRAKE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED, WENT OVER THE YELLOW MEDIAN AND HIT A POLE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT IN THE SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE WHOLE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR TO BE COMPLETELY DAMAGED, THE SIDE AIRBAG ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT COMING OUT, ETC.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Seat belts
Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
From owner reports, verbatim
FEBRUARY 3, 2021, I WAS DRIVING HOME TO DALLAS FROM A BUSINESS TRIP IN SAN ANTONIO. MY MOTHER AND DAUGHTER WERE WITH ME. MY DAUGHTER GOT TANGLED IN THE MIDDLE SEATBELT OF THE SECOND ROW. INSTEAD OF THE SEATBELT LOOSENING UP, IT GOT TIGHTER. I HAD NO WAY TO REMOVE IT. I CALLED 911 IN ORDER FOR THEM TO CUT HER OUT. MY DAUGHTER BEGAN TO THROW UP FROM THE COMPRESSION OF THE SEATBELT AROUND HER STOMACH. THE AMBULANCE TEAM CHECKED HER OUT AND SHE IS DOING FINE. THE POLICE DID AN INCIDENT REPORT AND WAS CONCERNED THAT THE SEATBELT DID NOT LOOSEN UP AFTER PULLED OVER TO THE MEDIAN AND PARKED THE CAR. IT GOT TIGHTER AND I COULD NOT PULL IT OFF OF HER.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Steering
Reports naming the steering system — racks, columns, power-steering assist and steering linkage.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving approximately 20-25 MPH, the steering wheel locked on six occasions while driving straight or while turning. There was a green EPS warning light that turned on and off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a claim. The manufacturer scheduled an appointment for an inspection of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 38,400.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
Elsewhere on this vehicle
Data sources
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — owner-reported complaints and the components recorded on them
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