2016 Infiniti QX80
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.
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THIS VEHICLE HAS A CRASH AVOIDANCE SYSTEM THAT HAS TO BE TURNED ON, I THINK IT SHOULD TURN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED LIKE FCA,GM,FORD AND THE BENDIX SYSTEM WE HAVE IN HD TRUCKS. THE DEALER IS NO HELP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160821
2 of 14 total reports mention: engine.
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RETURNING HOME FROM A TRIP TO BIRMINGHAM, AL ON SUNDAY APR 29TH, 2018 AND NOTICED THE AIR WAS NO LONGER COOLING IN THE CAR. MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH INFINITI TO TAKE THE CAR IN TO BE CHECKED OUT ON MONDAY APR 30.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180430
WHILE IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY ON THE WAY TO OUR SUMMER VACATION, OUR BRAND NEW INFINITI QX80 STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND THE AIR CONDITIONER WENT OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170109
2 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.
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Airbag light keeps coming on and we take it in to be serviced and they say hey it shows low voltage so we tighten down your battery and that fixed it. Then we drive 100 miles and it's back on.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250228
THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OCCUPANT SENSOR DOES NOT RECOGNIZE OCCUPANTS CONSISTENTLY. IT WORKS FOR SOME OCCUPANTS SOMETIMES, AND AT OTHER TIMES IT DOESN'T RECOGNIZE THE SAME OCCUPANTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170207
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
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The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 50 MPH on the interstate, there was an abnormal booming sound coming from the sunroof, and the driver discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250425
1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Infiniti QX80 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2016 Infiniti QX80 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 2016 Infiniti QX80?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Infiniti QX80 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.