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#BS-2012-INFQX5-214D2012 Infiniti QX56Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 72 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Green Light
Based on 72 complaints, 1 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls.
Top reported problems
paint peeling off
6 complaints • Severity 8.3/10
catalytic converter failure
1 complaints • Severity 10/10
timing chain failed
1 complaints • Severity 10/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
27 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 86K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 90–120K miles (15 reports) • Median: 86K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (27 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2012 Infiniti QX56: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 38% of all reports filed for the 2012 Infiniti QX56, with 27 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 85,556 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 86K-mile mark.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2012 Infiniti QX56, with 9 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Fuel System Issues
Fuel System complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2012 Infiniti QX56, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Airbags Issues
Airbags complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2012 Infiniti QX56, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2012 Infiniti QX56. Recent trend: increasing.
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Recall History (3 recalls)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2012 Infiniti QX56 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
Not ratedFrontal crash
Not ratedSide crash
Not ratedRollover
Not ratedFrom NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
The worst model year for the Infiniti QX56 is the 2005 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is body / paint.
2012 Infiniti QX56 vs. Class Average (Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD)
This vehicle
72
Class avg
317
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical sport utility vehicle - 2wd vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 72 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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