Most common 2014 Infiniti QX80 problems
Share of the 21 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Infiniti QX80 complaints by model year
Best QX80 years: 2020, 2018, 2021. Years to avoid: 2019. Compare all years →
2014 Infiniti QX80 recalls (4)
Equipment › Other › Labels
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.
Remedy: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026.
Fuel system, gasoline
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Infiniti QX56 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2012, to April 26, 2013, and 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured June 18, 2013, to February 11, 2014.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Equipment › Other › Labels
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured December 2, 2013, through January 27, 2014, and equipped with 20 inch wheels.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and will mail owners a corrected Certification label, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2014. Owners may contact Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
What 2014 Infiniti QX80 owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the service engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a non-Infiniti dealer, where it was diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. Most recently, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was taken back to the non-Infinity dealer, where it was diagnosed that the bucket light cylinder near the camshaft had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V683000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure recurred, and the contact parked the vehicle. The vehicle was no longer driven due to a safety concern. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle while the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that the odor was present in the garage and in her residence. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V683000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated she had stopped driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle began to stall. The contact veered to the side of the road and kept the vehicle running. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact then returned to her residence. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact contacted the used car dealer she had purchased the vehicle from and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V683000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 127,785.
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was a loud winding noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The same noise would occur while attempting to accelerate. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Electrical system
Ignition randomly will not start. Mechanics can not locate the issue only stating that it is traced back to an unknown electrical problem. I've heard about this same issue from other fellow QX80 owners. Again this is random and can happen for days at a time and then not at all for a week and then resurface. My family and I have been stranded in inclement weather, dangerous areas of unknown cities with this problem and it needs to be fixed! This has occurred 7 times in the past 2 days.
The car is having issues with the battery not keeping a charge. Spring 2018 took the car to the dealership several times, battery, starter, alternator checks out OK but even after replacing a cracked battery in summer 2018 with a new now March 2019 the 7th month old battery does not work. My car will not start without a charge when stationary.
2014 Infiniti QX80 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
| 5.6L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Infiniti QX80 a good car?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 QX80 rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the QX80 at the same age. 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 2014 Infiniti QX80?
The fuel & propulsion system — 8 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (6) and electrical system (3).
How many recalls does the 2014 Infiniti QX80 have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2014 Infiniti QX80, the most recent from July 15, 2026 (labels). 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 QX80?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2018 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2019. See the full Infiniti QX80 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Infiniti QX80 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 78,000 miles; 27% 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.