Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti QX60 vs Toyota Camry
How the Infiniti QX60 and Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry: The QX60 averages 26 complaints per year with 15 recalls, while the Camry averages 206 complaints per year with 31 recalls. The QX60 has fewer complaints but reports of engine and electrical failures; the Camry has more but often less severe issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti QX60 or Toyota Camry more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti QX60
The Infiniti QX60 is a luxury SUV that averages about 26 complaints per year, with engine and electrical issues being the most common. Owners report problems like oil changes leading to engine trouble, cars not starting after being parked, and sunroofs shattering. With 15 recalls and 28 injuries reported, it's a vehicle that demands careful inspection before purchase.
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a popular midsize sedan with a much higher complaint volume—about 206 per year—but that's partly because there are so many on the road. Power train and engine issues dominate, including stuck ignition keys, hesitation, and brake problems. It has 31 recalls and 1 death reported, so while issues are frequent, they are often less severe than the QX60's.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti QX60 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 263 Better | 2,056 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 15 Better | 31 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 13 Better | 171 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 26.3 Better | 205.6 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 28 Better | 158 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
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 engine problems after routine oil changes, with some cars experiencing electronic malfunctions and warning lights while driving. This can lead to unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
Complaints include cars that won't start after being parked and locked, requiring a jump, and then showing battery and malfunction alerts. This can leave you stranded and points to a frustrating electrical gremlin.
Owners describe panoramic sunroof glass suddenly exploding and doors locking spontaneously with the key fob inside. These are alarming safety and convenience issues that are hard to predict.
Reports include intermittent jolting while stopping, infotainment screens turning off, and unexpected acceleration or deceleration when manually downshifting. These issues affect drivability and can be dangerous.
“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…”
Toyota Camry
- 01POWER TRAIN385
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER323
- 03ENGINE315
- 04SERVICE BRAKES285
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM237
Owners report ignition keys getting stuck even when the car is in Park, requiring battery disconnection to remove. Others experience hesitation and shuddering with the check engine light on, indicating transmission or engine issues.
Complaints include delayed throttle response, where pressing the gas pedal results in several seconds of no movement. This lag can be dangerous when merging or accelerating.
The electronic parking brake may fail to disengage, requiring a tow, and some owners hear clicking or vibrating from the brake pedal area due to ABS system noise. These issues can affect braking confidence.
Multiple systems like stability control, power steering, and blind spot monitoring can malfunction simultaneously, as reported by one owner. This suggests potential electrical or software glitches.
“My 2023 Toyota Camry has developed an intermittent defect where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed even though the dashboard shows the vehicle is in Park. The only way to remove the key is to disconnect the vehicle's battery, which is not a…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle…”
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…
Toyota Camry — 31 recalls
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The lug nuts that attach the wheels to the vehicle may be loose, which can result in wheel detachment.
The risk: A wheel that detaches from a moving vehicle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect and tighten the lug nuts, and replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir…
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue…
The defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles. The second-row center and right-side seats may have insufficiently welded head restraint brackets. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
The risk: A head restraint bracket that is insufficiently welded may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the 60% rear seat-back frame sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 19, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB0…
Buyer analysis
Infiniti QX60 or Toyota Camry: which should you buy?
The Infiniti QX60 has far fewer complaints per year (26 vs. 206), but its issues often involve serious electrical and engine problems that can be costly. The Toyota Camry's higher complaint rate reflects its larger sales volume, but many issues are less severe. In practice, the QX60 may be less troublesome overall, but when problems occur, they can be more disruptive.
Key differences
- The QX60 has 263 complaints over 10 years, while the Camry has 2056, but the Camry sells in much higher volumes.
- QX60 owners report sunroof explosions and spontaneous door locking, while Camry owners report stuck ignition keys and brake noise.
- The QX60 has 15 recalls and 28 injuries; the Camry has 31 recalls and 158 injuries, but 1 death.
- Engine and electrical issues top the QX60 list, while power train and engine issues dominate the Camry.
- Check for any signs of electrical gremlins: test that the car starts reliably after being parked and locked, and that all warning lights function correctly.
- Inspect the panoramic sunroof for cracks or previous repairs, as sudden shattering is a reported issue.
- Test the ignition key removal multiple times to ensure it doesn't get stuck in Park.
- Listen for clicking or vibrating noises from the brake pedal area, which may indicate ABS issues.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on both models.
- Have a mechanic inspect the engine and transmission for the specific issues reported (e.g., hesitation, jolting).
- Test all electrical components, including infotainment, lights, and power accessories.
- For the QX60, check the sunroof and door locking system; for the Camry, check the electronic parking brake and ignition key.
- Ask the seller about any recurring problems and whether repairs have been attempted.
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 | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 0 |
| 2025 | 17 | 163 |
| 2024 | 19 | 50 |
| 2023 | 27 | 64 |
| 2022 | 23 | 61 |
| 2021 | 0 | 157 |
| 2020 | 24 | 274 |
| 2019 | 38 | 395 |
| 2018 | 38 | 744 |
| 2017 | 68 | 148 |
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 Toyota Camry in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti QX60 vs Toyota Camry
- Infiniti QX60 total complaints
- 263
- Toyota Camry total complaints
- 2,056
- Infiniti QX60 total recalls
- 15
- Toyota Camry total recalls
- 31
- Infiniti QX60 avg complaints/year
- 26.3
- Toyota Camry avg complaints/year
- 205.6
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti QX60
- Infiniti QX60 top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Toyota Camry top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN