Is the 2018 Infiniti QX60 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 2018 Infiniti QX60?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Infiniti QX60 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2018 Infiniti QX60

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2018 Infiniti QX60
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:58.595Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 38
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2018: 38 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2014	199
2015	92
2016	29
2017	68
2018	38
2019	39
2020	24
2022	23
2023	28
2024	19
2025	20
2026	10
2027	3

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

34% · 13 reports

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Subject of Complaint: Severe odometer fraud, mileage tampering, and title misrepresentation by the selling dealership: Phenix Motors, LLC ([XXX]), operated by [XXX].

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23

Also filed under Engine and vehicle speed control

Car is slipping and have had CV joints checked, fluids replaced. Was told it was the differential coupling. Looked it up and many, many others are having the same issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-29

Check Engine light came on. Diagnosis revealed timing chain needs to be replaced. Mileage is past the warranty but years is not past the warranty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-26

Engine

26% · 10 reports

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Check engine light came on, poor idling and start up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-30

Service brakes

21% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owned a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed in rain weather conditions, negotiating a curve, the contact lost control and the vehicle crashed into an embankment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-14

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Electrical system

16% · 6 reports

Vehicle speed control

11% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2019-12-16Service brakes, hydraulic19V807000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020.

Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Infiniti QX60 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 19V807000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 2018 Infiniti QX60 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 2018 Infiniti QX60?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Infiniti QX60 have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.