Last updated: 2026-10-10
Infiniti QX60 Reliability by Year
Infiniti QX60 reliability is good and repair costs run low. Watch the CVT and all-wheel-drive system on any used one, and start your search with 2021.
Infiniti QX60 Reliability Overview
Repair costs run well below the midsize SUV average, about $639 a year, and the QX60 rates above average among SUVs. The weak spot is the CVT, which can shudder or hesitate and does not always respond to repair. Favor the 2021 model year, and look hard at 2019 and 2023, the two lowest rated.
Current generation: 2nd gen (2022–2023), facelifted 2026.
Best & Worst Infiniti QX60 Years
Best Infiniti QX60 Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe 2021 model year has an excellent reliability standing, with no recalls and no owner complaints on file. The two lowest-rated years, 2019 and 2023, have more to check. The 2019 has two recalls and many power train complaints. The 2023 has three recalls and a fire report.
Infiniti QX60 Years to Avoid
No Infiniti QX60 years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 71 and 82 across 9 scored model years.
Infiniti QX60 Reliability Score Trend
Infiniti QX60 reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 75/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 71/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 81/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 76/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 82/100 | Excellent |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2026 Infiniti QX60
0 recalls · 3 complaints
Ranks first among the nine scored years, with no recalls and far fewer owner complaints than the 2025 model.
2025 Infiniti QX60
1 recalls · 16 complaints
Good reliability and a lower repair bill than its class, but owners report highway shutdowns and the year carries one brake recall.
2024 Infiniti QX60
3 recalls · 16 complaints
Middle of the pack among QX60 years, with three recalls and reports of engine shutoffs while driving, while the 2025 rates better with fewer recalls.
2023 Infiniti QX60
3 recalls · 27 complaints
Final year of the second generation, with complaints of lurching in park and a weaker record than most QX60 years.
2022 Infiniti QX60
2 recalls · 22 complaints
The middle-ranked QX60 year and the first of the second generation, with electrical complaints and two recalls but low estimated repair costs.
2021 Infiniti QX60
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Excellent standing with no complaints or recalls on file, while the neighboring 2020 and 2022 models each have both.
2020 Infiniti QX60
1 recalls · 23 complaints
Final first-generation year with fewer complaints and recalls than 2019, though CVT power loss is the main owner complaint.
2019 Infiniti QX60
2 recalls · 37 complaints
The weakest scored QX60 year, with CVT transmission failures and two recalls, though it still rates above average among 2019 SUVs.
2018 Infiniti QX60
1 recalls · 38 complaints
Good standing and repair costs below its class, yet among the weaker QX60 years, with CVT shudder, engine failures, and a brake recall as the main concerns.
Found Your Infiniti QX60? Check Its History
Electrical system (4) problems come up most in Infiniti QX60 owner complaints, and 13 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Infiniti QX60 Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
3.5/5
Annual Repair Cost
$639
Repair Frequency
0.9/yr
Major Repair Risk
10%
$488 below the midsize SUV average of $1127/yr.
Ranked #2 of 19 among midsize SUV.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Infiniti QX60?
- The 2021 model year is the best pick on this site. It has an excellent reliability standing, no recalls, and no owner complaints on file. It has also been on the road long enough to show a record. The 2026 also rates well, but it is too new to judge.
- Is the Infiniti QX60 reliable?
- Yes, its standing is good, and it ranks above average among SUVs on the site. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs at about $639, well under the midsize SUV average. The main risks are CVT shudder, all-wheel-drive problems, and some engine failures.
- What are the most common problems with the Infiniti QX60?
- Power train problems lead the complaints. Owners report the CVT shuddering, jerking, and hesitating between 20 and 60 mph. Electrical complaints come next, including wipers that stall in rain and a center console that goes dark. Engine failures and recall repair delays for the brakes follow.
- How much does the Infiniti QX60 cost to repair?
- Independent repair-cost data estimates about $639 a year. The average for a midsize SUV is $1,127. That is a real advantage, but one engine failure can change the math. One owner was quoted $13,000 for an engine replacement.
- Do Infiniti QX60 engines fail?
- Some do, according to owner complaints. Owners describe cars that will not start or die on the highway, with dealers calling for a new engine or timing chain. Reported failures fall between about 65,000 and 154,000 miles. Dealers often blame missed oil changes, so keep your service records.
How we score the Infiniti QX60
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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