2010 Infiniti QX56 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2010 Infiniti QX56 ranks 6th of 9 model years with a complaint index of 38 and earns a Good verdict relative to other QX56 years. It has 25 complaints, 2 recalls, and no do-not-drive campaigns.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 38/100
- #6 of 9 QX56 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 25
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Airbags
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 14
- 12 city / 17.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2010 Infiniti QX56 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Airbags6 (24%)
- Steering6 (24%)
- Electrical System4 (16%)
- Structure & Body4 (16%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (16%)
- Brakes2 (8%)
- Seat Belts2 (8%)
- HVAC1 (4%)
- Other1 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some drivers reported sudden loss of steering control at low speed, with the wheel turning sharply on its own and causing a collision.
- Airbags deployed in crashes but left cuts from glass fragments, with one report at a median mileage of 93,000 miles.
- The rear air suspension reportedly deactivated after a fault code, dropping the vehicle onto its bump stops with no warning to the driver.
- Owners described delayed brake response between 30 and 40 mph that increased stopping distance.
- Steering became hard to control after hitting a pothole, and dealer wheel alignment did not fix the issue.
- Electrical stalling occurred along with illuminated instrument panel lights or check engine warnings, sometimes requiring towing.
2010 Infiniti QX56 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 10V208000May 14, 2010Suspension, Wheels & Tires41,649 vehicles
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, qx56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from november 19, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. Due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.
Risk: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 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.
2010 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.
2010 compared with other QX56 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Infiniti QX56 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2010 QX56 has a complaint index of 38 and ranks 6th out of 9 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other QX56 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Infiniti QX56?
- Airbags and Steering are tied as the top problem areas, each accounting for 24% of complaints (6 complaints each), followed by Electrical System, Structure & Body, and Suspension issues at 16% each.
- Does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 QX56: one for a suspension lower control link issue (campaign 10V208000) and one for a brake pedal pivot pin defect (campaign 10V072000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2010 QX56 compare to other years?
- The 2010 model's complaint index of 38 is lower than 2005 (88), 2008 (75), 2011 (100), and 2012 (63), all of which carry Avoid or Caution verdicts, making 2010 a comparatively stronger year.
- At what mileage do 2010 QX56 problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 60,122 miles across complaints for this model year.