Most common 2018 Infiniti QX60 problems
Share of the 38 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 →
2018 Infiniti QX60 recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020.
What 2018 Infiniti QX60 owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH or at slower speeds, the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) failed to function as designed, causing the passenger's side rear tire to spin. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while attempting to accelerate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the rear-end electric coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, the vehicle was not covered under recall or TSB. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Malfunction of Power Train from 2018 Infiniti QX60. On July 19th, I visited Infiniti of Beachwood due to engine error light (error code P0776, CVT tranmission malfunction) of 2018 Infiniti QX60 (VIN: [VIN], mileage 79600). Infiniti dealer service at beachwood asked me wait untill they receive transmission warranty approval from their regional Headquarter. During last 3 weeks, I called more than 20 times but warranty service was still not approved, and on 7th August Infiniti Service manager asked me to bring the car back regardless of driver's safety with mal-functioning transmission when I complained by phone. …
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle failed to start. After calling Roadside Assistance, all attempts to jumpstart the vehicle failed. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with major internal engine failure. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the warranty had expired the same day that the vehicle was towed to the dealer for the diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially cover the repair. The failure mileage was 101,000.
Brakes
Tl* the contact owned a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed in rain weather conditions, negotiating a curve, the contact lost control and the vehicle crashed into an embankment. The contact could not tell whether the a brake failure caused the crash. All the air bags deployed. All the passengers wore seat belts. The six passengers sustained injuries that required medical attention. The contact, who was the driver, sustained a concoction, sprained his left knee, a blood filed cyst was found on the left kidney, unspecified back and neck injuries. The front passenger sustained a bruised liver, bruises on her right arm, bruises on her right leg and thigh, back and neck injuries and concoction. The rear driver side passenger in the second row, sustained neck and back whiplash. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V807000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called Infiniti of mobile (located at 1147 e i65 service rd, mobile, al 36606, [phone]) and was informed that they were ordering the parts; however, vehicles with the ABS warning indicators illuminated would be repaired first. The manufacturer was informed and confirmed what was told by the dealer. The contact stated that he saw an unknown indicator illuminate intermittently; however, he was unable to verify which indicator. The approximate failure mileage was 1,408.
2018 Infiniti QX60 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | FWD | 20 / 27 / 22 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | AWD | 19 / 26 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Infiniti QX60 a good car?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 QX60 rates better than average: 40% 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 2018 Infiniti QX60?
The transmission & drivetrain — 13 complaints, 34% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (10) and brakes (7).
How many recalls does the 2018 Infiniti QX60 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2018 Infiniti QX60, the most recent from November 8, 2019 (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip). 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 2018 Infiniti QX60 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 44% 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.