2017 Infiniti Qx80: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Infiniti Qx80? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 16 complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions as the top reported area.
2017 Infiniti Qx80 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2017 Infiniti Qx80 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. 2 trims analysed.
2017 Infiniti Qx80 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Infiniti QX80 SUV AWDOfficial 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 2017 Infiniti Qx80 has 16 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Infiniti
- Model
- Qx80
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 16
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 16
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 14 / 20
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Infiniti Qx80 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Electrical Faults, 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 2017 Infiniti Qx80?
The 2017 Infiniti Qx80 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 2017 Infiniti Qx80
Inspection Focus
- Inspect airbag system and check for any related service bulletins.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and engine repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect airbag system and check for any related service bulletins.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and engine repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Infiniti Qx80, 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 16 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 INFINITI QX80, issues appear concentrated in airbag malfunctions and electrical faults. There is one crash-related complaint, but no recalls. The data suggests potential concerns with safety systems and electronics, though the sample size is small.
- Airbag malfunctions account for the highest number of complaints (6 out of 16).
- Electrical faults are the second most reported component (5 complaints).
- Only one crash-related complaint was reported.
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Electrical Faults
- Engine Problems
All 2017 Infiniti Qx80 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 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 2017 Infiniti Qx80. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Vehicle acting as a non conforming testing asset running in Factory Debug Mode (Unit ID: 01). This also shows and caused systemic U1000 Electrical Network Jam from an obsolete/unconfigured 2G TCU. Critical Failures: Airbags disabled showing current codes B0022-13(Left), B002A-13…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Infinity QX80. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. The seller had an LLC. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 90,743. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Tit…
Automatic emergency braking system phantom braking; Several different times now, on the road; at low speed causing sudden stopping in traffic; after pulling over the emergency stopping system turned off but the transmission locked up in one gear; drive on in a fixed gear and…
Made a right hand turn and vehicle shut off in traffic barley got into turn lane and vehicle died in the middle of the road, just got lucky a state trooper was behind us to hold traffic off.. would not restart no power, dead battery, put a jumper on the vehicle and it started en…
The air bag light started flashing. The only thing that I did was have the vehicle oil change and air filters changed. Per the warranty Air Bags are excluded. If the airbags have not deployed or been serviced, there would be no reason to blink unless defective. It costs $2500 for…
I am writing to report serious safety concerns regarding my 2017 Infiniti QX80. The vehicle has exhibited two primary issues: 1. Unintended Braking: The vehicle has a tendency to suddenly and unexpectedly brake, particularly when driving over specific road surfaces, such as bric…
2/28/2023 was driving on freeway during a Rainey night truck suddenly spurned out of control were i could not control the wheel truck hydroplaned in to the center divider of the freeway and crashed in to the wall when the front driver side air bag never deployed but the passenger…
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX 80. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, the front passenger’s side air bag deployed without warning or impact. The driver was able to park the vehicle and after exiting the vehicle, the remaining air bags deployed. T…
This is a very common and well-known issue with 2017 Infiniti QX 80 Vin number [XXX] The car RPMs flutter between 1000 RPMs to 2500 RPMs due to the TCM and EC M/ECU TCU failure to the transmission causing terrible gas mileage vehicle stalls in traffic which can cause accidents an…
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated while driving approximately 10-50 MPH in stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to several unknown dealers to be diagnosed. The…
The passenger air bag system is apparently designed to disarm when a "small adult or child" sits in the passenger seat. This means each time my wife sits in the passenger seat (she is approx. 120lbs,) the passenger air bag light illuminates and the air bag is disarmed. This then …
My battery died and needed a jump start. Shortly after jump starting my vehicle, the airbag light began flashing. The Infiniti dealership in Milwaukee is quoting $3900 to fix this which seems crazy. I don't know if the airbag will even deploy if I get into accident.
I WAS DRIVING DOWN A THREE LANE ST WITH NO OTHERS CARS NEAR ME. NO CARS IN FRONT OR BEHIND OF ME. WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED.
I TRIED TO OPEN THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE AND I COULD NOT SINCE I DID NOT PRESS LONG ENOUGH. THEN I TRIED TO DO THE SAME FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE BUT AGAIN I COULD NOT SINCE AGAIN I DID NOT HOLD THE BUTTON LONG ENOUGH(I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE FOR MY WIFE AND I WAS DRIVING IT FOR THE SE…
CONSISTENT POPPING NOISE FROM THE REAR AND FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHICH HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE. THIS ISSUE HAS EFFECT THE OVERALL SAFETY OF ME FAMILY. WHEN DRIVING AT RATE OF SPEED OF ABOUT 40-45MPH THE TRUCK STARTS TO SHAKE MAKING IT VERY HARD TO KEEP CONTROL. MOST RECENT…
THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH THE WINDSHIELD FACING TOWARD THE STREET. PASSING TRAFFIC EVIDENTLY KICKED UP A ROCK CHIP AND CAUSED THE WINDSHIELD TO CRACK ALL THE WAY DOWN THE MIDDLE. IN MY EXPERIENCE, IT IS NOT TYPICAL FOR A WINDSHIELD TO CRACK FROM TH…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80.
2017 Infiniti Qx80 Recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2017 Infiniti Qx80 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Infiniti Qx80 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 16 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Infiniti Qx80 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 2017 Infiniti Qx80?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (6 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (5 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Infiniti Qx80?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Infiniti Qx80?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Infiniti Qx80, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 16 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Infiniti Qx80 have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2017 Infiniti Qx80 in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2017 Infiniti Qx80?▾
The 2017 Infiniti Qx80 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 Airbag Malfunctions 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 Qx80 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.