2018 Infiniti Q60: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2018 Infiniti Q60? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 22 complaints, with Steering Defects as the top reported area.
2018 Infiniti Q60 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2018 Infiniti Q60 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2018 Infiniti Q60 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2018 Infiniti Q60 2 DR RWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2018 Infiniti Q60 has 22 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Steering Defects. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- Q60
- Model year
- 2018
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 22
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Steering Defects
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 27
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2018 Infiniti Q60 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Steering Defects
Airbag Malfunctions
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Steering Defects, Airbag Malfunctions, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2018 Infiniti Q60?
The 2018 Infiniti Q60 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2018 Infiniti Q60
Inspection Focus
- Inspect steering components for any reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for airbag and steering repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect steering components for any reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for airbag and steering repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2018 Infiniti Q60, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 22 NHTSA complaints for the 2018 INFINITI Q60, complaints are concentrated in steering defects and airbag malfunctions. There is one recall and one crash-related complaint, but the low sample size limits confidence.
- Steering defects account for the highest number of complaints (7 out of 22).
- Airbag malfunctions are the second most reported issue (6 complaints).
- Only one model year (2018) is analyzed, so year-over-year trends cannot be assessed.
- Steering Defects: 7 complaints, the most frequent issue.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 6 complaints, a recurring theme.
- Electrical Faults: 3 complaints, though less common.
All 2018 Infiniti Q60 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Infiniti Q60. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Infiniti Q60. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The vehicle was subject to an active manufacturer safety recall involving the oil pressure control system and diagnostic trouble code P06DA, which requires inspection and replacement of the Engine Room Sub-Harness if the condition is present. The defect was confirmed by an autho…
2018 Infiniti Q60, ABS Actuator is malfunctioning. Causing spongy feeling when applying breaks. When breaking, the pedal goes to the floor in order to stop.
In-dash airbag light stays on as well as the passenger side airbag. Took the vehicle to Infiniti dealership who recommended to change the OCS Unit and OCS Sensor which costs over $18,000+. Of course, the vehicle in question is not in warranty and we are not going to pay for the r…
On Feb 5, 2025, I received written confirmation from Infiniti Consumer Affairs (Case #[XXX]) that my vehicle was eligible for recall repair. However, on Jan 27, 2025, my Infiniti dealer (Stevens Creek Infiniti) informed me that Infiniti had denied the recall, despite this being n…
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated that while reversing the rear-view camera image was distorted and scrambled, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who reprogrammed the rear-view camera, but the failure pers…
Hello, I purchased my Infiniti Q60 Red Sport brand new in 2028. About a year after that I started to have electrical issues with the car. I've brought it in to the Infiniti dealer in Valencia, CA numerous times during the warranty period (and a few times out of the warranty perio…
I was driving down the road heading to work on a regular street, not even the highway or anything. I heard a loud bang like a gun shot and I almost swerved and crashed from how loud it was. I immediately pulled over to see if maybe I ran something over or anything else, when I ha…
The Infiniti Q60/Q50 has issues with the accessory belt. The belt is known to break without any warning or major signs of wear and tear. When the belt breaks it makes the car difficult to drive and poses a safety risk. This issue affects the 2017-2022 models. When the belt br…
Something is malfunctioning in the steering of this car...About a month ago I was driving my car and noticed it would not accelerate, it kept stalling but not shutting off, as well as it was swerving on it's own with the slightest bumps in the road, and I am not able to contro…
There seems to be an issue with my 2018 Infiniti Q60 and I am not the only one. My allignment is perfect and my tires are new but the vehicle still tends to wander on the freeway which feels very unsafe and dangerous. I have spoken to others with this vehicle and they also have t…
I was driving down I59 just north of Hattiesburg MS with no one around me or going over an overpass when my sunroof exploded. There is no chance it was hit with anything, there was no one in front of me and no one beside me and no structures overhead. I was driving with cruise c…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI Q60. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT OCCURRING. THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS NOT OCCUPIED AT THE TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO INFINITI OF BAKERSFIELD (5200 GASOLINE ALLEY DR, BAKERSFIELD, CA 9…
WAS TOLD MY SERVICE ADVISOR THAT I NEED NEW TIRES AT LESS THAN 20,000 DESPITE HAVING THEM ROTATED, BALANCED AND/OR ALIGNED ON A REGULAR BASIS AT DEALER. RIDE IS EXTREMELY LOUD AND TIRES SWAY ERRATICALLY AT SLIGHTEST DEVIATION IN PAVEMENT. REVIEWS STATE THAT THESE TIRES OFTEN BUB…
CO LEVELS (EXHAUST FUMES) BEING DETECTED INSIDE THE CABIN WHEN OPERATING VEHICLE. CO LEVEL INCREASE DIRECTLY CORRELATED TO ACCELERATION (WIDE OPEN THROTTLE). CO LEVELS RECORDED AS HIGH AS 19PPM WITH AC ON, WINDOWS CLOSED, AND RECIRCULATE ON WITHIN 1/2 HOUR. DIRECT CORRELATION OBS…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI Q60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE OVER BLACK ICE AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE MEDIAN ON THE HIGHWAY. NONE OF THE FRONTAL OR SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS …
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING 2018 INFINITI Q60S RED SPORT. AFTER A SEARCH ONLINE, I FOUND THAT THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN PREDICTED WITH THE DRIVE-BY-WIRE OR STEER-BY-WIRE SYSTEM. (DIRECT ADAPTIVE STEERING SYSTEM) MILEAGE AT TIME OF EVENT APPROX. 2,252 MILES. DRY …
THIS IS MY SECOND 2018 INFINITI Q60 WITH THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYING ON THE DASHBOARD TOOK TO THE DEALERSHIP 3 TIME ALL THEY DO IS RESET THE COMPUTER AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT GOES OFF THE DASHBOARD SEE ALSO VOQ 11151812 *BES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI Q60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NALLEY INFINITI MARIETTA (LOCATED AT 2020 COBB PKWY SE, MARIETTA, GA 30060, (404) 994-4328) AND THE AIR …
2018 INFINITI Q60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE STEERING WHEEL. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE STEERING WHEEL PULLED TO THE RIGHT. *JS
I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY SAW SOMETHING ON MY LANE SO I TRY TO AVOID IT BY CHANGING LANE BUT MY WHEELS LOCKED AND POWER STEERING SIGN CAME ON SO I ENDED UP DRIVING OVER AN OBJECT. I FORCED MY WHEEL TO THE EMERGENCY LANE SAFELY AFTER VEHICLES ZOOMING BY ME ON BOTH LANES AND TO …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Infiniti Q60.
2018 Infiniti Q60 Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Infiniti Q60. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2018 Infiniti Q60 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2018 Infiniti Q60 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 22 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2018 Infiniti Q60 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Infiniti Q60?▾
#1: Steering Defects (7 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (6 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Infiniti Q60?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Infiniti Q60?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2018 Infiniti Q60, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 22 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Infiniti Q60 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2018 Infiniti Q60. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2018 Infiniti Q60?▾
The 2018 Infiniti Q60 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Steering Defects during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Infiniti Q60 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.