2009 Infiniti QX56 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
0/100
#9 most-complained of 9 QX56 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2009 Infiniti QX56 has 7 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #9 highest of 9 QX56 model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is suspension, wheels & tires (3 complaints, 43% of the total).
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 14
- 12 city / 17.5 hwy
Top 2009 Infiniti QX56 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (43%)
- Brakes2 (29%)
- Electrical System2 (29%)
- Fuel System2 (29%)
- Airbags1 (14%)
- Steering1 (14%)
- Structure & Body1 (14%)
2009 Infiniti QX56 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 10V074000Mar 3, 2010Fuel System340,000 vehicles
Fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.
Risk: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
- NHTSA 10V072000Mar 2, 2010Brakes179,383 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. The pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket.
Risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
2009 Infiniti QX56 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 12 MPG
- Highway
- 17.5 MPG
- Combined
- 14 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2009 compared with other QX56 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2009 Infiniti QX56 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Infiniti QX56 ranks #9 of 9 among QX56 model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Good). It has 7 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Infiniti QX56?
- The most reported problem areas are suspension, wheels & tires (3 complaints), brakes (2 complaints), and electrical system (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 133,097 miles.
- Does the 2009 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2009 Infiniti QX56, most recently reported 2010, covering fuel system and brakes.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Infiniti QX56?
- EPA rates the 2009 Infiniti QX56 at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,700. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.