2016 Infiniti QX60 reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2016 Infiniti QX60 holds 29 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most QX60 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Occupant classification.
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The complaints owners file most often name Air bags (12 of 29), then Electrical system (3) and Powertrain (3). Those filings include 3 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 6 that report an injury.
The 2015 QX60 has 92 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2017 has 68 complaints, 6 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 Infiniti QX60. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (1)
Complaints by component (29 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"I am reporting a serious safety concern with my 2016 Infiniti QX60 involving a defective cooling fan system. The vehicle currently experiences a ticking/tapping noise from the cooling fan, and the fan does not operate…"
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"Component: Air Bags / Occupant Classification System (OCS) Problem Description: The Occupant Classification System (OCS) in my 2016 Infiniti QX60 is malfunctioning. The passenger airbag indicator light flickers on and…"
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"The electric controlled coupling failed and as a result, the AWD failed. There is vibration when turning and driving 25 mph. The grinding noise remained after I got new brakes and I was told it’s from the coupling…"
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"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while making a left turn at a low rate of speed, another vehicle attempted to drive around the contact's vehicle. As the vehicle attempted to drive around,…"
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"2016 Infiniti QX60 93,000 miles The battery light was on. I have noticed that my CVT transmission goes into limp mode. This has happened several times with no help from infiniti. I can only go 10MPH and it revs only…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2016 Infiniti QX60 SUV AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2016 Infiniti QX60 SUV FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| QX60 all-wheel drive | 3.5L, 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-wheel drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3650 |
| QX60 front-wheel drive | 3.5L, 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG | $3450 |
| QX60 hybrid all-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | All-wheel drive | 25 | 28 | 26 MPG | $2500 |
| QX60 hybrid front-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-wheel drive | 26 | 28 | 26 MPG | $2500 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 21V-402 covers certain 2020 Nissan Murano and INFINITI QX60 vehicles, along with other Nissan and Infiniti models: the front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have been improperly manufactured. Dealers inspect and replace components as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Infiniti QX60 reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2016 Infiniti QX60 holds 29 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most QX60 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Occupant classification.
What are common problems with a 2016 Infiniti QX60?
The complaints owners file most often name Air bags (12 of 29), then Electrical system (3) and Powertrain (3). Those filings include 3 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 6 that report an injury.
Is the 2016 Infiniti QX60 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2015 QX60 has 92 complaints, 4 per year, and the 2017 has 68 complaints, 6 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017.
Has the 2016 Infiniti QX60 been recalled?
The 2016 Infiniti QX60 has 1 recall on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 Infiniti QX60?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 2016 Infiniti QX60 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2016 Infiniti QX60 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2016 Infiniti QX60 is 24.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does an Infiniti QX60 take?
0W-20 full synthetic for the L50 3.5L VQ V6 (2014-2021) and L51 (2022-on) common US fills. Confirm the filler-cap grade.
What tire sizes does the QX60 use?
L50 commonly lists 235/65R18. L51 lists 255/60R18 and 255/50R20 depending on trim.
What does recall 21V-402 cover involving the QX60?
Certain 2020 Infiniti QX60 vehicles (with Murano and other Nissan/Infiniti models): the front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have been improperly manufactured; dealers inspect and replace components as needed.