2017 Infiniti QX80 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 30 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.7 times the median QX80 year — the 2017 model ranks #1 of 13 QX80 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (6), electrical system (5), and engine (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
30
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2017 compare to other QX80 years?
What are the most common 2017 Infiniti QX80 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 20% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 5 | 17% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 4 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Other | 4 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 3 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 3% | new |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Transmission | 1 | 3% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“2/28/2023 was driving on freeway during a Rainey night truck suddenly spurned out of control were i could not control the wheel truck hydroplaned in to the center divider of the freeway and crashed in to the wall when the front driver side air bag never deployed but the passenger side air bag did…”
“Made a right hand turn and vehicle shut off in traffic barley got into turn lane and vehicle died in the middle of the road, just got lucky a state trooper was behind us to hold traffic off.. would not restart no power, dead battery, put a jumper on the vehicle and it started enough to get out of…”
“Made a right hand turn and vehicle shut off in traffic barley got into turn lane and vehicle died in the middle of the road, just got lucky a state trooper was behind us to hold traffic off.. would not restart no power, dead battery, put a jumper on the vehicle and it started enough to get out of…”
“Made a right hand turn and vehicle shut off in traffic barley got into turn lane and vehicle died in the middle of the road, just got lucky a state trooper was behind us to hold traffic off.. would not restart no power, dead battery, put a jumper on the vehicle and it started enough to get out of…”
“Automatic emergency braking system phantom braking; Several different times now, on the road; at low speed causing sudden stopping in traffic; after pulling over the emergency stopping system turned off but the transmission locked up in one gear; drive on in a fixed gear and after several miles…”
2017 Infiniti QX80 — common questions
Is the 2017 Infiniti QX80 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 30 complaints put the 2017 model at #1 of 13 QX80 years. It is one of the QX80 years to avoid.
What are the most common 2017 QX80 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (6 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints), engine (4 complaints).
Does the 2017 Infiniti QX80 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Infiniti QX80.
Which Infiniti QX80 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the QX80 years to avoid are 2017. The cleanest record among QX80 years belongs to 2024.
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.