Most common 2016 Infiniti QX60 problems
Share of the 29 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Infiniti QX60 complaints by model year
Best QX60 years: 2016, 2018, 2020. Years to avoid: 2014, 2025, 2023. Compare all years →
2016 Infiniti QX60 recalls (1)
Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City…
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano,…
What 2016 Infiniti QX60 owners say
Air bags
The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while making a left turn at a low rate of speed, another vehicle attempted to drive around the contact's vehicle. As the vehicle attempted to drive around, the contact was hit by the passing vehicle. The contact stated that they could not recall the immediate events after the accident; however, they did note the side air bags did deploy while drive side air bag did not deploy. A police report was filed at the scene; however, the police report was not available due to an ongoing investigation. The contact, the contact's mother, and the contact's son and daughter were all taken to the hospital for a check-up; the contact suffered emotional distress due to the accident but no physical injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it remained in the mechanic's possession. …
The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Transmission & drivetrain
2016 Infiniti QX60 93,000 miles The battery light was on. I have noticed that my CVT transmission goes into limp mode. This has happened several times with no help from infiniti. I can only go 10MPH and it revs only 1000 RPM, then it'll be fine after I turn off and on again. Had battery and alternator checked and they're 100% good. This is very dangerous when it happenes in traffic and infiniti won't do anything.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway with the ignition off, the vehicle rolled backwards. The contact stated that the vehicle struck and ran over his spouse. The spouse sustained five fractured ribs, a fractured collar bone, a fractured clavicle, a punctured lung, and contusions on the head and face. The contact was transported by ambulance to the hospital for medical attention. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000.
Windows, wipers & sunroof
The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked outside, she noticed there was water leaking through the sunroof onto the floor of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the sunroof drain tubes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was an environmental issue. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact called from the bluffton south carolina fire department. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle crashed into a deer. Moments later, flames were present near the b post on the driver's side of the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire and determined that the flames were either caused by the window motor or the side air bags. The driver sustained a left shoulder injury that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed and a police report was not filed. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage were unknown.
2016 Infiniti QX60 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl supercharged hybrid | CVT | FWD | 26 / 28 / 26 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl supercharged hybrid | CVT | AWD | 25 / 28 / 26 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | FWD | 21 / 27 / 23 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | AWD | 19 / 26 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Infiniti QX60 a good car?
Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 QX60 rates better than average: 62% fewer complaints than a typical year of the QX60 at the same age. It is one of the best QX60 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Infiniti QX60?
The air bags — 12 complaints, 41% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and windows, wipers & sunroof (3).
How many recalls does the 2016 Infiniti QX60 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2016 Infiniti QX60, the most recent from April 26, 2016 (occupant classification). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Infiniti QX60?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2016, 2018 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2014, 2025 and 2023. See the full Infiniti QX60 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Infiniti QX60 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 35,000 miles; 60% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.