2018 INFINITI QX60 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 INFINITI QX60 has 5 complaints and 1 recall filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues with random acceleration and braking. Other complaints include power steering locking up when turning from a stop and a timing chain failure at approximately 65,000 miles.
Common Issues- Unintended acceleration and braking. Multiple owners report the vehicle accelerating and braking randomly without driver control.
- Power steering lockup. Steering locks up when making turns from a complete stop onto busy roads, creating unsafe driving conditions.
- Timing chain failure. The timing chain failed at around 65,000 miles, triggering the check engine light. Dealer diagnosis confirmed the need for replacement, but the repair was not completed.
There is 1 recall affecting this vehicle related to the braking system. The recall involves the anti-lock brake system and traction control components, addressing potential brake fluid leaks that could cause electrical shorts and fire risk.
Recalls- ABS actuator pump. NHTSA recall number 19V807000 affects 391,479 vehicles including the 2018 QX60. Brake fluid may leak onto an internal circuit board in the ABS actuator, causing an electrical short that increases fire risk. Nissan will replace the ABS actuator free of charge once remedy parts are available. Owners are advised to park outside and not drive if the ABS warning light stays on for more than 10 seconds after startup.
Owners facing repeated repairs, safety-related defects, or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law and should consider consulting an attorney for further guidance.
2018 INFINITI QX60 Summary
2018
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
391479
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 INFINITI QX60
391479 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
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. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Complaints
2018 INFINITI QX60
ID: 2115704ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
2018 INFINITI QX60
ID: 2097679STEERING
The power steering seems to lock up on me when making a turn from a complete stop to turning on to a busy highway or street. It is very unsafe. I have seen this same issue on multiple complaint boards online. Below are some links. I am having the exact same issue. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2018 INFINITI QX60
ID: 2058897VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control.
2018 INFINITI QX60
ID: 2058896FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control.
2018 INFINITI QX60
ID: 2058895SERVICE BRAKES
The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control.