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2013 Infiniti QX56 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2013 Infiniti QX56 sits mid-pack among QX56 years: 43 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 73, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: engine issues account for 44% of all reports (19 of 43), far ahead of suspension at 4.

43

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other QX56 years?

QX56 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted147 complaints2004: 147 complaints2005: 101 complaints2006: 100 complaints2007: 28 complaints2008: 73 complaints2009: 14 complaints2010: 32 complaints2011: 94 complaints2012: 72 complaints2013: 43 complaints
QX56 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Infiniti QX56 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1944%
Suspension49%
Brakes49%
Transmission37%
Electrical System37%
Speed Control25%
Fuel System25%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Driver Assistance12%
Other12%
Seat Belts12%
Steering12%
Body & Structure12%

Does the 2013 Infiniti QX56 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V683000Fuel SystemNovember 28, 2014 · 133,592 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

14V668000AirbagsOctober 24, 2014 · 1,848 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Infiniti QX56 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2012, to April 26, 2013, and 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured June 18, 2013, to February 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been manufactured with an incorrect part.

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's air bag, the incorrect part may block the flow of propellant to the air bag and the air bag's inflator may rupture. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike and potentially seriously injure the vehicle occupants.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THERE WAS CAR THAT PULLED UP BEHIND ME WHILE I WAS IDLE IN THE DRIVEWAY AND AS I PULLED OUT NO WARNING BEEP..AND NOW THE VEHICLE. WAS NOT CRANKING FOR SEVERAL HOURS AND NOTHING IS WRONG WITH BATTERY AND REMOTE IS FULLY CHARGED & HAVE BEEN STRANDED SEVAL TIMES BECAUSE IF OF IT...THIS HAS TO BE A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 20, 2021 · crash

“4/14/15 VEHICLE PURCHASED FROM CARMAX. PROBLEM: BRAKES DO NOT WORK WHEN PUSHED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR FIRST BRAKE FAILURE (4/15/15) TWO DAYS AFTER PURCHASE, BRAKES FAILED AT APPROX. 6PM UNDER CLEAR WEATHER/GOOD ROAD CONDITIONS, WHILE TRAVELING NORTH ON VERMONT AVE. IN GARDENA, CA AT APPROX. 10…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 16, 2015 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 INFINITI QX56. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SAGGING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUSPENSION AIR BAG ON THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · May 10, 2017

“THERE WAS CAR THAT PULLED UP BEHIND ME WHILE I WAS IDLE IN THE DRIVEWAY AND AS I PULLED OUT NO WARNING BEEP..AND NOW THE VEHICLE. WAS NOT CRANKING FOR SEVERAL HOURS AND NOTHING IS WRONG WITH BATTERY AND REMOTE IS FULLY CHARGED & HAVE BEEN STRANDED SEVAL TIMES BECAUSE IF OF IT...THIS HAS TO BE A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 20, 2021 · crash

“The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment while accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · December 15, 2022

2013 Infiniti QX56 — common questions

Is the 2013 Infiniti QX56 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 43 NHTSA complaints, below the typical QX56 year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2013 QX56 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (19 complaints), suspension (4 complaints), brakes (4 complaints).

Does the 2013 Infiniti QX56 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Infiniti QX56. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Infiniti QX56 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the QX56 years to avoid are 2004. The cleanest record among QX56 years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.