MYRModel Year Report

1998 Infiniti QX4

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1998 Infiniti QX4
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:14:43.834Z

Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Infiniti QX4 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1997: 45 complaints 1997 1998: 29 complaints 1998 1999: 43 complaints 1999 2000: 28 complaints 2001: 73 complaints 2001 2002: 37 complaints 2003: 20 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2006
1998: 29 complaints
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YearComplaints
199745
199829
199943
200028
200173
200237
200320
20041
20061

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 29 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

6 of 29 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH
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AS I PASSED THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE WENT THROUGH A RED LIGHT. I TRIED TO VEER TO AVOID HIM, BUT THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. AS A RESULT OF THIS EQUIPMENT FAILURE, THE CAR STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110612

I BROUGHT MY TRUCK IN FOR A RECALL WITH STRUT TOWER AND CHASSY,THEY PATCHED TBE CHASSY UP,WHEN I WENT TO PICK IT UP I DIDN'T GET 5 MINUTES UP THE ROAD AND IT WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT HARD AND SHAKING AST 40TO 50MPH,IT'S A DRIVING HAZARD,I BROUGHT IT...

NHTSA ODI report, 20180907

I RECENTLY BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND IT WAS DRIVING FINE AT LOW SPEEDS, BUT UNTIL I ACCELERATED OVER 40MPH THE REAR BACK WAS SWERVING LEFT TO RIGHT AFTER I RELEASE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS. ALMOST HAD 4 CRASHES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120825

SUSPENSION

4 of 29 total reports mention: suspension.

SUSPENSION

4 of 29 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH
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WHEN YOU LET OFF THE GAS PEDDLE THE REAREND STARTS A VIOLENTLY SHAKEING BACK AND FORTH AND WILL CAUSE YOU TO DRIVE OVER SOMETHING OR SOMEONE DUE TO DEFECTIVE BUSHINGS!!!HOW CAN THEY SELL US CRAP THAT CAN COST THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE AND NOT...

NHTSA ODI report, 20190809

AS I PASSED THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE WENT THROUGH A RED LIGHT. I TRIED TO VEER TO AVOID HIM, BUT THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. AS A RESULT OF THIS EQUIPMENT FAILURE, THE CAR STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110612

I RECENTLY BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND IT WAS DRIVING FINE AT LOW SPEEDS, BUT UNTIL I ACCELERATED OVER 40MPH THE REAR BACK WAS SWERVING LEFT TO RIGHT AFTER I RELEASE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS. ALMOST HAD 4 CRASHES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120825

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 29 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 29 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION RESULTING IN COLLISION WITH MULTIPLE VEHICLES, NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG DURING COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981210

WHILE LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE AND FOUND IT, TURNED INTO IT AND THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED, HITTING ANOTHER AUTOMOBILE THAT WAS PARKED, DRIVING IT UP ON A GRASS HILL. VECHICLE DID NOT STOP. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19981106

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071126 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Campaign 07V435000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20110128 — PE (closed 20110630)

Frame/Body Structure Corrosion

R 20110825 — steering, suspension

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA,

Remedy: NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. O

Campaign 11V244000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Infiniti QX4 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07V435000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 11V244000 (steering, suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Infiniti QX4 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Infiniti QX4?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Infiniti QX4 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.