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2017 Infiniti QX60

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Infiniti QX60 has 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.1x the segment average of 47. The most common issue is engine problems (20% of all complaints), specifically: car failed to accelerate on a major highway (thruway)!! virtually no warning at all - only ped indicator light flashed on/off. very lucky to be alive ( myself and 2 kids) . was able to pull to side of road , into rest /truck stop.area- battery light (red) illuminated . called service dept at local . There are 2 recalls issued for this model year.

6 crash reports 6 injuries

101

Total Complaints

2

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

2.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

20 complaints
20%
  • CAR FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY (THRUWAY)!! VIRTUALLY NO WARNING AT ALL - ONLY PED INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED ON/OFF. VERY LUCKY TO BE ALIVE ( MYSELF AND 2 KIDS) . WAS ABLE TO PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD , INTO REST /TRUCK STOP.AREA- BATTERY LIGHT (RED) ILLUMINATED . CALLED SERVICE DEPT AT LOCAL
  • THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THERE WHERE NO WARNING LIGHTS. WE WHERE TOLD THAT THE CAR HAD A FAULTY ABS SENSOR AND THAT CAUSED THE CAR TO GO INTO "FAILSAFE" MODE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAD HAPPENED IN 10 MONTHS.
  • TWO TIMES IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS OUR CAR'S ENGINE HAS STOPPED WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION.
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

CAR FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY (THRUWAY)!! VIRTUALLY NO WARNING AT ALL - ONLY PED INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED ON/OFF. VERY LUCKY TO BE ALIVE ( MYSELF AND 2 KIDS) . WAS ABLE TO PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD , INTO REST /TRUCK STOP.AREA- BATTERY LIGHT (RED) ILLUMINATED . CALLED SERVICE DEPT AT LOCAL

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Infiniti QX60

Based on 46 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 32K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage
0-30K
20
30-60K
16
60-100K
6
100-150K
4
150-200K
0
200K+
0

SPEED CONTROL

In line with typicalmedian 28K mi · 7 reports
0-30K
4
30-60K
3
60-100K
0
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 36K mi · 6 reports
0-30K
2
30-60K
2
60-100K
0
100-150K
2
150-200K
0
200K+
0

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 34K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
2
30-60K
2
60-100K
1
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 27K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
3
30-60K
2
60-100K
0
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 56K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
2
30-60K
1
60-100K
1
100-150K
1
150-200K
0
200K+
0

BRAKES

Later than typicalmedian 44K mi · 5 reports
0-30K
1
30-60K
2
60-100K
2
100-150K
0
150-200K
0
200K+
0

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (2)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP08/11/2019

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. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Infiniti QX60

Live EIA prices
Per year
$2,182
Per month
$182
Per mile
18.2¢
MPG
22
City driving (worst-case MPG)
$2,527/yr
Highway driving (best-case MPG)
$1,847/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today
Current
$4.00
5-year low
$2.78
5-year high
$5.01
Since 2021
+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Infiniti QX60

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$2,124
Full coverage / month
$177
Liability only / year
$688
vs US avg
+27%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (suv-luxury)1.35x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating0.94x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$2124

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Infiniti New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
4 yr / 60K mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
7 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / unlimited mi

These are the terms for a new Infiniti. If you're buying a used 2017 QX60, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Infiniti dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500
TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
BRAKES(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 101 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ENGINE: CAR FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY (THRUWAY)!! VIRTUALLY NO WARNING AT ALL - ONLY PED INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED ON/OFF. VERY LUCKY TO BE ALIVE ( MYSELF AND 2 KIDS) . WAS ABLE TO PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD , INTO REST /TRUCK STOP.AREA- BATTERY LIGHT (RED) ILLUMINATED . CALLED SERVICE DEPT AT LOCAL

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ELECTRICAL: I LEASED A LOADED QX60 FROM SAWGRASS INFINITI. ONE OF THE FEATURES OF THE CAR WAS A 120V PLUG IN THE SECOND ROW WITH A MAX 150W RATING. THIS WAS A KEY FEATURE FOR US AS OUR SON HAS A CONDITION THAT REQUIRES A BREATHING MACHINE TO BE PLUGGED IN SO HE CAN RECEIVE MEDICATION EACH DAY WHILE IN THE CAR

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • TRANSMISSION: WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR AND TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT THE CAR WILL SHAKE AND JERK. LOOKS LIKE A CBC TRANSMISSION

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • OTHER: 9-20-2017 APPROXIMATELY 4PM, 90 DEG SUNNY DAY, DRIVING 2017 INFINITI QX60 ON INTERSTATE WHEN SUNROOF EXPLODED. NO OVERPASS OR TRUCK IN AREA WHERE FAILURE OCCURRED. THIS WAS MY FIRST OCCURRENCE OF THIS FAILURE. LOUD NOISE AT TIME OF FAILURE. PHOTOS TAKEN LATER. VEHICLE TAKEN TO INFINITI DEALER F

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Infiniti dealer
  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

NHTSA Safety Rating

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover

At a Glance

Complaints
101
Recalls
2
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
6
Injury reports
6
Segment avg
47

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