2021 Infiniti QX80
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 7 |
| 2027 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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The vehicle loses power due to failure of fuel pump, this causes the vehicle to stall out whilst driving. exactly as described in [XXX] this is a known issue with 2021 Infiniti QX80 and Infiniti tells me there is no open recal for our vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel Rail/ System Pressure too low How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-04
Engine
2 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
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This is a 2021 Vehicle, and beginning in April of 2022, I have been telling my dealer that there is something wrong, but they haven't been able to fix it. When I am driving, there are times when the car will fail to accelerate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-07
Visibility
1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the sunroof inadvertently exploded without impact. The contact stated that the sunroof was not being utilized and was covered and closed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-17
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-09-14Back over prevention21V599000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Infinity Q50, Q60, and QX80 vehicles. A software error may deactivate the audio/video control unit screen, preventing the rear-view image from displaying.
Remedy: Dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A9.
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2022-02-04Fuel system, gasoline21V373000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 INFINITI QX80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The impeller can swell and bind within the fuel pump module, causing it to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A2.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Infiniti QX80 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V599000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 21V373000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Infiniti QX80?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Infiniti QX80 have?
- 2 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.