2010 Infiniti QX56
Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 106 |
| 2005 | 80 |
| 2006 | 79 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 78 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 32 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
6 of 26 total reports mention: steering.
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I own 2010 QX56. On November 16TH I was coming out of parking garage at chicago o'hare airport.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-11-29
Complaint: I am writing to notify NHTSA of the extremely lack of stability control with my vehicle. The lack of stability control occurs when driving over small uneven surfaces and causes the steering to be very difficult to control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-03
Air bags
6 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle and the air bags deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-17
The passenger airbag restraint system has failed. Specifically, the passenger seat airbag sensor has failed, meaning there is no current airbag functionality for the passenger in my 2010 Infiniti QX56.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-28
My airbag light and seatbelt lights areon and there was no accident prior to this coming on. Dealer stated I would have to pay to get it repaired because there is no recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-05
Electrical system
4 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I recently purchased this vehicle, and within weeks it began experiencing intermittent and complete failure to start. The most serious incident happened in Phoenix at a Walmart parking lot.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-18
Also filed under Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle and the check engine warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-12
Structure
3 of 26 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Wheels
2 of 26 total reports mention: wheels.
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Hello, I am the owner of the vehicle is a 2010 Infiniti QX56. Please look into any recalls provide placement or vehicle as well. I no longer have it as a vehicle was stolen.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-22
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-03-22Service brakes, hydraulic10V072000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and Infiniti QX56, and model year 2008-2009 Nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on March 22, 2010. Owners may…
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2010-05-20Suspension10V208000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, QX56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009 through March 3, 2010. The lower control link assembly…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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2010-07-12Suspension10E019000 Nissan is recalling certain front and rear lower links, p/nos. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, and 54500ZR00A, sold…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Infiniti QX56 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V072000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 10V208000 · Suspension
- Recall 10E019000 · Suspension
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- Is the 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 2010 Infiniti QX56?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.