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⚑ NHTSA Official DataUpdated: May 2026Methodology

Infiniti Q60 Reliability by Year
Best & Worst Years, Problems & Recalls β€” NHTSA Data

Comparing used Infiniti Q60 options? We analyzed 8 model years (2014–2022) using real NHTSA complaint and recall data so you can spot stronger years, avoid riskier ones, and know what to inspect before buying.

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80
Total Complaints
NHTSA filed
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6
Safety Recalls
federal campaigns
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4
Crash-Related
crash complaints
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0
Fire-Related
fire complaints
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5
Injuries Reported
across all years
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Below Average
Reliability Signal
overall trend

Model-year trends show patterns. Run a VIN check for the exact Infiniti Q60 you plan to buy.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the Infiniti Q60 has 80 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls across model years 2014–2022. The most reported issue area is AIR BAGS. 2017 drew the most complaints; 2021 drew the fewest.

Infiniti Q60 β€” key reliability facts
Make
Infiniti
Model
Q60
Model years analyzed
2014–2022 (8 years)
Total NHTSA complaints
80
Safety recall campaigns
6
Crash-related complaints
4
Fire-related complaints
0
Worst model year (by complaints)
2017 (34 complaints)
Best model year (fewest complaints)
2021 (3 complaints)
Top reported issue area
AIR BAGS
Reliability signal
Below Average
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) Β· Data last refreshed May 24, 2026
This Q60 has 6 open recall campaigns on record. Check whether yours is affected.Check my VIN free β†’

Infiniti Q60: Which Years to Avoid & Which to Buy

Based on total NHTSA owner complaints per model year. Higher complaint counts indicate a riskier year to buy used β€” lower counts suggest a cleaner reliability record.

⚠ Years to Avoid
2017 Infiniti Q6034 complaints2018 Infiniti Q6022 complaints2014 Infiniti Q6013 complaints

These years have the most owner complaints. Inspect carefully and always run a VIN check.

βœ“ Best Years to Buy
2021 Infiniti Q603 complaints2019 Infiniti Q604 complaints2014 Infiniti Q6013 complaints

These years have the fewest owner complaints on record β€” lower risk starting points.

⭐ NHTSA NCAP Crash Test Ratings

New Car Assessment Program

NCAP crash tests measure how well a vehicle protects occupants in controlled frontal crash, side crash, and rollover scenarios. Stars are awarded per category (5 = safest). These laboratory results are independent of owner complaints and are performed by NHTSA engineers on new production vehicles.

How to Read NCAP Stars
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5 stars - Excellent
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…4 stars - Good
β˜…β˜…β˜…3 stars - Average
β˜…β˜…2 stars - Below average
β˜…1 star - Poor
Source: nhtsa.gov/ratings

What the Complaint Data Suggests

Below Average
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

The INFINITI Q60 has 80 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. 4 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Key Findings
  • 80 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 6 federal recall campaigns
  • 4 crash-related complaints on record
Top Concerns
  • Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
  • Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Verify service records for frequently complained components
⚠️ Worst Years

Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with elevated complaint rates.

βœ… Best Years

Consult the by-year breakdown to identify model years with fewer reported issues.

What to Check Before Buying Used
  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect Complaint volume is influenced by sales volume β€” popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

πŸ“… Problems by Model Year (Best vs. Worst Years)

2014
13
2017
34
2018
22
2019
4
2021
3
Source: NHTSA public complaints database. Updated: May 2026

πŸ”” NHTSA Safety Recalls

6 recalls found

Safety recalls are mandatory repair campaigns ordered by NHTSA when a vehicle defect poses an unreasonable risk to safety. Manufacturers are required to fix recalled vehicles free of charge. Always verify open recalls before buying a used car.

Campaign #21V234000April 4, 2021

Safety Recall

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Campaign #21V599000February 8, 2021

Safety Recall

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Campaign #19V654000December 9, 2019

Safety Recall

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Campaign #19V654000December 9, 2019

Safety Recall

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Campaign #20V145000

Safety Recall

Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Campaign #17V476000

Safety Recall

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Source: NHTSA Recalls Database. Data covers model years 2014–2022. Always run a VIN-specific check below for the most up-to-date open recall status.

πŸ”§ Most-Reported Problem Areas

Based on component keywords extracted from all 80 NHTSA complaints.

1
AIR BAGS
19 complaints
2
ENGINE
19 complaints
3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
12 complaints
4
STEERING
10 complaints
5
POWER TRAIN
8 complaints
6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
8 complaints
7
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
5 complaints
8
WHEELS
3 complaints

πŸ“‹ NHTSA Complaint Reports

80 total

These are consumer-submitted safety complaints filed directly with NHTSA. Each complaint describes a real owner's experience. Complaints flagged as crash-related or fire-related are highlighted.

STRUCTUREOct 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the malfunction warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured aluminum bracket that sits between the front bumpers. The contact was informed that the aluminum bracket houses the sensor for the cruise control and forward collision avoidance features. In addition, the contact was informed that the aluminum bracket was a poor design by the manufacturer. The contact was informed that the bracket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 9,950.

ENGINESep 2021

The contact owns a 2021 INFINITI Q60. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle shifted into limp mode. The contact stopped the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed with needing ECM replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the issue persisted. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was approximately 20.

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEMar 2021

I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH DOWN THE HIGHWAY. SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON IN THE DASH INCLUDING THE CRASH SENSORS, AND THE CAR LOST ALL POWER. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL THE CAR OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I TRIED TO RESTART THE CAR WITH NO SUCCESS. ONCE THE START BUTTON IS PUSHED, THE CAR MAKES A CLICKING NOISE BUT THE ENGINE DOES NOT TURN ON. THE ONLY WAY TO GET THE NOISE TO STOP IS TO PUSH THE START BUTTON AGAIN. AT THIS TIME, THE CAR WILL NOT START. IT WAS TOWED TO INFINITI DEALERSHIP, AND HAS BEEN THERE AS OF TODAY (03/23/3021) FOR 15 DAYS. NEITHER THE DEALERSHIP, NOR INFINITI NORTH AMERICA HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GIVE ME AN UPDATE ON WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE CAR, OR WHEN I WILL GET IT BACK. THEY CAN NOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM.

UNKNOWN OR OTHERMay 2023

Valve body problem

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMDec 2022

This report relates to NHTSA campaign ID# 10V074000 "Fuel gauge reading may be incorrect." My car has the same symptom as described in the above recall case - fuel gauge shows one-third tank of fuel remaining when the fuel tank is empty. Recall was in 2010 so my car model, 2015 Infiniti Q60 Coupe, is not listed in the recall but exhibits the same problem with a dangerous consequence of losing both power steering and power brake. I have run out of fuel twice, second time after the fuel pump and fuel sending unit were replaced. Luckily I avoided crashing in both cases. That would not have been the case if I was on a busy freeway or if my wife was driving. Dealer that I have contacted simply says that my car model is not included in the recall. Pls expand the recall list of model to include my car model, and other models since 2010.

AIR BAGS,SEATSMar 2026

Airbag sensor light has been On/Off. After a passenger is seated on the passenger side, light goes off. A day or two later, light comes back on.

πŸ’₯ CrashENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGJul 2023

The contact owned a 2020 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH during a rainstorm and attempting to change lanes, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated, prompting the contact to attempt to slow the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle hydroplaned to the left, colliding with the vehicle in that lane on the driver's side door panel. The contact stated that the impact caused the vehicle to be thrust into the right shoulder barrier wall before coming to rest near an access road. The vehicle's air bags were deployed. No warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact was transported to a local trauma unit and treated for various facial injuries before being taken into surgery, where a pacemaker was inserted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic but instead towed to a tow yard. The vehicle was not repaired; instead, it was deemed totaled by his insurance company. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign NumberΒ 21V234000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMJul 2025

I had my Q60's oil changed at my local Nissan dealer, who provided a courtesy car wash, after which my back up camera screen went blank and my driver side camera was unreadable with fluorescent coloring. Nissan rep and supervisor had no explanation why those 2 cameras failed and referred me to an Infinity dealer. Both cameras needed replacement at a cost of $4,359.27. Infinity denied liability for camera failures despite Internet confirmation that such camera failures on Q60's are "not uncommon" (Google AI search result, attached) and that recalls of both Nissan and Infinity automobiles due to camera issues are ongoing.

EXTERIOR LIGHTINGSep 2024

Driving at night head light went out.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTIONJan 2021

SCREEN IN VEHICLE GOES BLACK WHICH DISABLES REAR CAMERA VISIBILITY, WHICH IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THIS HAPPENS IN MOTION OR WHEN AT A STOP. THIS IS KNOWN ISSUE GOING BACK TO 2017 WITH INFINITI AND THEY HAVE DONE NOTHING TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. I AM TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THEY CAN'T REPLICATE THE ISSUE. THEY DON'T NEED TO REPLICATE IT, IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE THAT HAS BEEN IGNORED BY INFINITI.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCENov 2019

TL* THE CONTACT'S SIBLING OWNS A 2019 INFINITI Q60 COUPE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO OTHER VEHICLE IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FETTE INFINITI (1137 US-46, CLIFTON, NJ 07013, (973) 320-7508) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100.

AIR BAGSDec 2025

failure of passenger sensor for air bag

AIR BAGSDec 2025

air bags not functioning11

AIR BAGSJan 2025

2014 Q60 Infiniti airbag light flashing, compromising the passenger airbag. The dealer wants over $5-7000 to replace the seat, because of the sense pressure plate failure, indicating an adult sitting in seat, and not a child getting injured. Infiniti redesigned their newer seats, because of this problem, so they knew about it and did nothing to resolve this issue for consumers. There is a recall for the 2014 Qx50 Airbag Diagnostic airbag sensor unit, newer design, "which the Q60 doesn't have", resulting in a cheaper fix. I feel Infiniti only worried about their bottom line, and not the safety of our bottom, being in the seat. Sincere and in need of help!

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLApr 2023

P0720 and P0500 on 2014 q60 80k

AIR BAGSMar 2023

My car started showing "airbag light" blinking out of the blue. I only have 45k miles on the car. When I went to the dealer, they suggested that is should change the entire passenger seat @ 6000 dollars for a Occupancy sensor issue. I even tried talking to Infiniti USA with no avail. they were not willing to help me at all. NHTSA has recalled just about every model of Nissan and Infiniti from 2009 - 2016 or thereabouts for the exact same problem except a Q60 convertible. there are multiple complaints from owners about this issue and how frustrating it is to be spending 6k for a small sensor issue. I am looking for answers and have not been able to resolve it with either the dealer or the manufacturer.

AIR BAGSDec 2022

WHEN SOMEONE SITS IN MY PASSENGER SEAT THE SRS SYSTEM FAULTS OUT CAUSING AN ERROR CODE IN THE SRS SYSTEM. STATING AN OCS MALFUNCTION. THE ERROR CODE SAYS TO REPLACE OCS CONTROL UNIT AND SENSOR. THE SRS SYSTEM SHUTS OFF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG BECAUSE THE SENSOR DOES NOT DETECT AN OCCUPANT IN THE SEAT. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY RAN A DIAGNOSTIC ON THE SRS SYSTEM AND CONFIRMED THE ERROR CODE. I CALLED INFINITY CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO ATTEMPT TO GET THEM TO FIX THE SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY CAR AS THE COST OF REPAIR IS $11,497.79. THEY TURNED ME DOWN FLAT. IT DOES NOT MAKE SENSE TO ME THAT I SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MALFUNCTION OF A CRITICAL SAFETY ITEM/ISSUE, THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS SAME ISSUE IN THE YEARS THAT MY CAR WAS MADE. BUT MY PARTICULAR MODEL WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SAFETY RECALL. I'VE DONE RESEARCH ON GOOGLE AND THERE ARE OTHER INSTANCES OF THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE FROM MY MODEL AND YEAR. SO I'M STUCK WITH AN UNSAFE CAR THRU NO FAULT OF MY OWN, I CAN'T TAKE MY WIFE OR ANY OTHER PASSENGER ON TRIPS WITH ME IN GOOD CONSCIOUS THAT THEY WOULD BE SAFE BECAUSE THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY. THIS ERROR EFFECTIVELY SHUTS OFF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. I CAN'T SELL IT BECAUSE AS SOON AS SOMEONE SITS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT THE SRS SYSTEM ERROR STARTS FLASHING AND THE AIRBAG IS SHUT OFF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. MY CASE NUMBER WITH INFINITY CONSUMER AFFAIRS WAS 47870295.

AIR BAGSJan 2022

The airbag light on the dashboard is flashing. The car has 36,157 actual miles and Infiniti says that it is out of warranty. The local Infiniti dealer researched the problem and found that there is a defective sensor in the passenger seat bottom. The dealer says that Infiniti can only suggest replacing the entire seat at a cost exceeding $9,000. The sensor can't be replaced any other way. A local independent auto repair shop confirmed all of this information and also offered that Infiniti is the only car manufacturer they know of that requires a total seat replacement. My feeling is that this is a safety defect that has an impossibly high repair cost. I feel that this justifies a recall order.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMJan 2021

AFTER CAR SITS FOR 1~2 WEEKS BATTERY GOES DEAD. HAD TO THE DEALER AND REPLACED BATTERY. 3 MONTHS LATER SAME THING. BACK TO DEALER AND FOUND A DEFECTIVE BATTERY AND REPLACED, AGAIN. 2 MONTHS LATER SAME PROBLEM. BACK TO DEALER AND REQUESTED A PARASITIC DRAW TEST....NEGATIVE. SAME PROBLEM AGAIN, WENT TO DEALER AND THEY SUGGESTED TO DISABLE REMOTE START. DEALER HAS NO CLUE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. THIS ALL HAPPENED IN 2018 TO PRESENT, 2021. I FEEL IT IS NOT THE REMOTE START SINCE IT HAS BEEN IN THE CAR SINCE NEW. NO PROBLEM FOR THE FIRST FEW YEARS.

POWER TRAINNov 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI Q60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURED ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEWELL INFINITI OF DALLAS (7110 LEMMON AVENUE, DALLAS, TEXAS) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 28,300.

Showing 20 of 80 total NHTSA complaints. Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

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πŸ“– Understanding This Data

πŸ“‹

What is an NHTSA Complaint?

An NHTSA safety complaint is a report filed directly by a vehicle owner or driver describing a safety-related issue. Anyone can submit a complaint at NHTSA.gov. The number of complaints is a signal of how common a problem is β€” but complaints per model-year matter more than raw totals, since popular vehicles naturally receive more reports. The Infiniti Q60 has 80 complaints on record across 8 model years.

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What is a Safety Recall?

A safety recall is a mandatory campaign issued by NHTSA when a vehicle component poses an unreasonable risk to safety or does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards. Unlike complaints (which are owner-reported), recalls are formally investigated and confirmed by regulators. Manufacturers must fix recalled vehicles free of charge. The Infiniti Q60 has 6 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database.

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What Are Crash Complaints?

Crash complaints are NHTSA filings where the owner indicates a crash occurred as part of the incident. 4 of the Infiniti Q60's 80 complaints involved a crash. This metric is particularly important because it indicates how often defects resulted in actual collisions β€” a key safety signal beyond general reliability.

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How Is the Reliability Verdict Calculated?

The reliability verdict (Below Average) is generated by analyzing the vehicle's total complaints, recall history, crash complaint ratio, fire complaint ratio, and top component failures relative to class averages. This verdict gives buyers a quick interpretation before they review year-level details and VIN-level history. It should be treated as one decision input, not a substitute for a VIN-specific report.

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Why Do Newer Years Have Fewer Complaints?

Newer model years appear to have fewer complaints because there has been less time for owners to file them. Complaints accumulate over years of ownership. A 2020 model year vehicle will typically show fewer complaints than a 2015 model year even if it is less reliable β€” simply because fewer owners have had time to report issues. Focus on complaints per year of market presence when comparing across model years.

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Fleet Data vs. Individual VIN

Everything on this page reflects aggregated data across all Infiniti Q60 vehicles on the road β€” not any specific car. Two Infiniti Q60 vehicles of the same year can have very different histories: one may have been in three accidents and have an open recall; another may be clean. A VIN check gives you the individual car's history: accidents, title brands, odometer records, service history, and real-time recall status.

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What Are NHTSA Investigations?

When NHTSA receives a pattern of related safety complaints, it opens a formal investigation. A Preliminary Evaluation (PE) is the first stage β€” NHTSA determines if a safety defect may exist. If evidence is strong, it escalates to an Engineering Analysis (EA), which can result in a mandatory recall. The Infiniti Q60 has 0 investigations on record (0 active). Investigations listed above may have already led to the recalls shown on this page.

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