2005 Infiniti QX56
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 106 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2006 | 79 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 76 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 32 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
28% of complaints: service brakes — 22 distinct reports on file.
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I started to break saw a major traffic jam .
NHTSA ODI report, 20241114
AFTER DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, SLOW SPEED WITH MANY STOPS, THE BRAKE PEDAL LOSES POWER AND BEGINS TO PULSATE. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE DASHBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180914
WHILE DRIVING ,I PRESSED ON THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL DROPPED DOWN AND STARTED MAKING A WEIRD NOISE KIND OF LIKE LOOSE METAL PARTS AND THE TRUCK WOULDN'T STOP. THE ABS LIGHT TURNED ON. IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES LOCKED UP .
NHTSA ODI report, 20171221
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 12 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 11 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: exterior lighting — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
NISSAN IS RECALLING 180,664 MY 2005-2006 TITAN, ARMADA AND INFINITY QX56 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED AFTER MARCH 17, 2005, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A VISTEON AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR. THE FAN MOTO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A 'THERMAL PROTECTOR KIT' AND TEST THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-6
Campaign 08V284000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY
Campaign 10V074000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 10E019000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 ARMADA, TITAN, INFINITI QX56 AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 FRONTIER, PATHFINDER AND XTERRA VEHICLES. THE INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE (IPDM) ASSEM
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ECM RELAY INSIDE THE IPDM ASSEMBLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 10V517000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Infiniti QX56 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V284000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V074000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10E019000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V517000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2005 Infiniti QX56 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Infiniti QX56 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Infiniti QX56?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Infiniti QX56 have?
4 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.