Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti QX60 vs Honda Accord
How the Infiniti QX60 and Honda Accord compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Infiniti QX60 vs Honda Accord: The QX60 averages 26 complaints per year with 15 recalls, while the Accord averages 452 complaints per year with 38 recalls. The QX60 has 0 deaths and 28 injuries reported; the Accord has 3 deaths and 146 injuries. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti QX60 or Honda Accord more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti QX60
The Infiniti QX60 is a three-row luxury SUV that averages about 26 complaints per year over the past decade, with 15 recalls and 28 reported injuries but no deaths. Owners most often report engine and electrical problems, including no-start conditions that require a jump and sudden electronic malfunctions while driving. There are also reports of a panoramic sunroof shattering without warning and doors locking with the key fob inside. These issues can leave you stranded or distracted, so a thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential.
Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a midsize sedan with a much higher complaint volume—about 452 per year—but that reflects its far greater popularity. Over 10 years it has 38 recalls, 162 crash-related reports, 146 injuries, and 3 deaths. Owners frequently complain about engine rattles, rough hybrid transitions, and forward collision avoidance systems that may brake unexpectedly. Electrical failures, such as power steering and braking locking up, are also reported. The sheer number of complaints means many owners experience problems, but not every car will.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti QX60 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 263 Better | 4,524 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 15 Better | 38 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 13 Better | 162 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 26.3 Better | 452.4 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 28 Better | 146 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Infiniti QX60
- 01ENGINE59
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM55
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER53
- 04POWER TRAIN50
- 05SERVICE BRAKES31
Owners report electronic malfunctions with unknown warning lights and engine issues after routine service, sometimes leading to reduced power. This matters because unexpected engine problems can leave you stranded or cause costly repairs.
A common complaint is the car not starting after being parked and locked, requiring a jump; once jumped, multiple warning lights appear and some features stop working. This can be a daily hassle and may indicate a deeper battery or charging system fault.
Reports include the panoramic sunroof glass shattering suddenly and doors locking spontaneously with the key fob inside. These are safety and convenience concerns that could lead to injury or being locked out.
Owners describe intermittent jolting while stopping and infotainment screens turning off and restarting, plus blind spot detection issues. These glitches can be distracting and may point to transmission or software problems.
“Our 2022 Infiniti QX60 was brought in at Infiniti Service Center for regular oil change. The car had 29,564 miles. After the service, I was deciding whether to take the highway or the local route. I thought of stopping by the church, so I decided to take the…”
“The contact owns a 2024 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced electronic malfunctions with unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined t…”
Honda Accord
- 01ENGINE1,006
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM895
- 03FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE837
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER746
- 05FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM602
Owners report rattling noises while accelerating, rough transitions between EV and gas modes, and jerking when the charge button is pressed. These symptoms can indicate hybrid system issues that may be expensive to fix.
There are reports of electronic power steering and braking systems failing simultaneously at highway speeds, causing a near-collision. Such a failure is extremely dangerous and should be addressed immediately if experienced.
Complaints describe the system braking unexpectedly under normal driving conditions, sometimes with adaptive cruise control engaged. This can startle the driver and increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Owners report a persistent rotten-egg or sulfur odor, which may indicate fuel or emissions problems. This can be a health concern and may require costly repairs to the fuel or exhaust system.
“Vehicle drove normally in the morning commute. In the afternoon commute it started normally and as i approached highway speeds the alarms started showing up. the Brake, hill descent system, abs, critical failure. the vehicle started losing speed and could not…”
“Vehicle makes rattling noises while accelerating similar to a diesel engine also rough transitions between EV mode and Gas mode also when you press the charge button the engine makes a very noticeable jerk once it’s on ,Honda does not want to fix my issue and…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Infiniti QX60 — 15 recalls
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. When driving at certain high speeds, the Adaptive Front-Light System (AFS) may incorrectly adjust the headlights downward.
The risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reconfigure the Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM) settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for…
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improper…
The risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD10…
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The lap belt pretensioner in the left-side front seat belt assembly may be improperly secured, due to a missing rivet. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor V…
The risk: An unsecured lap belt pretensioner will not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side front lap seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. O…
The defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 INFINITI QX60 and Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat track may be missing a mounting bolt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly…
The risk: A missing mounting bolt may allow the seat track to move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat track and install a new mounting bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numb…
Honda Accord — 38 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the ICM CPU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is TN2. Vehicle Identificati…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
The risk: A detached bottle cap can become a projectile and strike the user or others nearby, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipat…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint sys…
The risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura R…
The risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls ar…
Buyer analysis
Infiniti QX60 or Honda Accord: which should you buy?
The Infiniti QX60 has far fewer complaints per year (about 26) than the Honda Accord (about 452), but the Accord is a much more common vehicle. In practice, the QX60's lower volume means you're less likely to encounter a complaint, but the Accord's higher count reflects its popularity and a wider range of reported issues. Both have serious safety-related complaints, so neither should be considered problem-free.
Key differences
- The Infiniti QX60 averages about 26 complaints per year, while the Honda Accord averages about 452 per year, but the Accord sells in much higher numbers.
- QX60 owners frequently report no-start electrical issues and a shattering panoramic sunroof, while Accord owners report unexpected forward collision avoidance braking and hybrid engine rattles.
- The Accord has 3 reported deaths and 146 injuries in the data, compared to 0 deaths and 28 injuries for the QX60, though these figures are not adjusted for sales volume.
- Both vehicles have recalls for electrical and air bag systems, but the Accord also has recalls for fuel pumps and seat belt retractors, indicating a broader range of safety fixes.
- Check for any history of no-start or battery drain issues; test the battery and charging system, and ask if the car has ever needed a jump.
- Inspect the panoramic sunroof for cracks or signs of shattering, and test the door locks to ensure they do not lock spontaneously with the key fob inside.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system and adaptive cruise control for unexpected braking; ask if any software updates or recalls have been performed.
- Listen for rattling noises from the engine during acceleration and check for rough transitions between EV and gas modes if it's a hybrid.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website using the VIN.
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the engine, electrical system, and transmission for the specific issues reported for each model.
- For the QX60, test the sunroof, door locks, and starting system multiple times; for the Accord, test the forward collision avoidance and hybrid system if applicable.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, especially for oil changes and any electrical or software repairs.
- Take a test drive that includes highway speeds and stop-and-go traffic to replicate conditions where complaints occur.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Infiniti QX60 | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 10 |
| 2025 | 17 | 109 |
| 2024 | 19 | 219 |
| 2023 | 27 | 226 |
| 2022 | 23 | 252 |
| 2021 | 0 | 234 |
| 2020 | 24 | 362 |
| 2019 | 38 | 691 |
| 2018 | 38 | 1884 |
| 2017 | 68 | 537 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Infiniti QX60 or Honda Accord in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti QX60 vs Honda Accord
- Infiniti QX60 total complaints
- 263
- Honda Accord total complaints
- 4,524
- Infiniti QX60 total recalls
- 15
- Honda Accord total recalls
- 38
- Infiniti QX60 avg complaints/year
- 26.3
- Honda Accord avg complaints/year
- 452.4
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti QX60
- Infiniti QX60 top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Honda Accord top complaint area
- ENGINE