Infiniti QX80 Best and Worst Years (2014–2025)
Among Infiniti QX80 model years 2014-2025, 2015, 2019, and 2025 rank worst, with complaint index scores of 91, 82, and 100 respectively. No year earns a top-tier
- Model years
- 12
- 2014–2025
- NHTSA complaints
- 125
- Recall campaigns
- 10
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 0
- Top problem area
- Electrical System
QX80 Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Infiniti QX80 problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Caution | 64 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Fuel System | 16 | — |
| 2015 | Avoid | 91 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Fuel System | 16 | — |
| 2016 | Good | 45 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Brakes | 16 | — |
| 2017 | Caution | 73 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 | Airbags | 15.5 | — |
| 2018 | Caution | 55 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System | 15.5 | — |
| 2019 | Avoid | 82 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System | 15.5 | 4★ |
| 2020 | Good | 27 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Collision Avoidance & Cameras | 15.5 | 4★ |
| 2021 | Good | 36 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 3 | Engine | 15 | 4★ |
| 2022 | No verdict | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Electrical System | 15 | — |
| 2023 | No verdict | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Electrical System | 15 | 4★ |
| 2024 | No verdict | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Electrical System | 15.5 | 4★ |
| 2025 | Avoid | 100 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 4 | Electrical System | 17.5 | — |
QX80 years to avoid: what went wrong
2025 Infiniti QX80 Index 100 · 8 complaints · 4 recalls
The 2025 QX80 has the highest complaint index of any year tracked, at 100, ranking worst overall. Electrical System and Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints each account for 25% of reports. Owners described infotainment systems rebooting while driving with blacked-out gauges and blaring audio, vibrating side mirrors that blurred visibility, and a seat belt receiver crushed when the third-row seat folded. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this year, including an infotainment software error (25V821000) and a rearview camera freeze issue (24V747000).
2015 Infiniti QX80 Index 91 · 18 complaints · 2 recalls
The 2015 QX80 carries a complaint index of 91 and ranks 2nd worst of the years tracked. Fuel System complaints lead this year, making up 44% of reports, with owners describing fuel pressure sensor problems tied to recall 14V683000, at a median 97,000 miles. Engine complaints follow at 39% share, median 49,000 miles. Owners also reported brake issues, including one case where the vehicle failed to stop and caused a crash, and airbag warning lights flashing intermittently. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this year, including a GAWR labeling issue shared across multiple Nissan/Infiniti models.
2019 Infiniti QX80 Index 82 · 20 complaints · 2 recalls
The 2019 QX80 has a complaint index of 82, ranking 3rd worst. Electrical System complaints dominate at 45% share, with a median failure mileage of 14,000 miles; owners described repeated battery deaths requiring jump starts within the first year of ownership. Brake complaints included an automatic braking system that engaged unexpectedly at highway speeds. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns, including a back-up camera software update (19V654000) and the shared GAWR labeling recall.
Most common Infiniti QX80 problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Electrical System28 (22%)
- Engine26 (21%)
- Other25 (20%)
- Fuel System23 (18%)
- Airbags17 (14%)
- Brakes13 (10%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras11 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers8 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (5%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (5%)
Frequently asked questions
- Which Infiniti QX80 years should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, 2015, 2019, and 2025 rank worst, with complaint index scores of 91, 82, and 100 respectively, the highest among the 12 model years tracked.
- What year Infiniti QX80 is best?
- No QX80 year is flagged as a top-tier pick in this data, but 2016 (complaint index 45), 2020 (27), and 2021 (36) rank as Good years with lower complaint indexes than the Avoid years.
- What is the most common problem area for the QX80?
- Across all years tracked, Electrical System issues lead with 28 complaints (22% share), followed by Engine problems with 26 complaints (21% share) and Fuel System issues with 23 complaints (18% share).
- Does the 2019 Infiniti QX80 have battery or electrical problems?
- Yes. The 2019 QX80's top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 45% of complaints that year, with owners reporting repeated battery failures at a median 14,000 miles.
- Are there recalls on the 2025 Infiniti QX80?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2025 QX80, including an infotainment software error (25V821000) and a rearview camera freeze issue (24V747000).