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2016 Infiniti QX80Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 19 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
19
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Recalls
1
TSBs
158
✅

Preliminary Verdict

Green Light

Based on 19 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 1 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

infiniti connection does not have ability to connect

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
2

inaccurate fule gauge

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

power steering vibration

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the BrakesHIGH

3 owners reported brakes issues — failures commonly reported around 33K miles.

!Inspect the AirbagsMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

6
0–30K
4
30–60K
3
60–90K
1
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (6 reports) • Median: 33K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Brakes (3 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Brakes3 (16%)
Airbags2 (11%)
Engine2 (11%)
Other2 (11%)
Fuel System2 (11%)
Electrical1 (5%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control1 (5%)
Collision Avoidance1 (5%)

2016 Infiniti QX80: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 32,524 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 33K-mile mark.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-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

1
16
2
17
2
18
4
19
3
20
1
21
5
25
1
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Infiniti QX80. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (1 recall)

26V455000

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

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2016 Infiniti QX80 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

Not rated

Frontal crash

Not rated

Side crash

Not rated

Rollover

Not rated

From 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 QX80 is the 2014 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.

2016 Infiniti QX80 vs. Class Average (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

19

Class avg

342

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical standard 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. 19 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall 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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2016 Infiniti QX80: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Infiniti QX80?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Infiniti QX80 is related to the brakes, with 3 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Infiniti QX80 reliable?
The 2016 Infiniti QX80 has 19 complaints, 0 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Infiniti QX80 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Infiniti QX80 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2016 Infiniti QX80 has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Infiniti QX80 problems start?
Based on 14 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 32,524 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2016 Infiniti QX80 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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