2017 Infiniti QX30 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Infiniti QX30 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (11 reports).

4Recalls
33Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your QX30?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2017 Infiniti QX30 recalls

Steering Loss Risk From Worn Steering Joint

Recall 21V419Jun 2, 20211,959 vehicles affected

A steering shaft bore hole can allow excessive movement of the universal joint bearing.

Driver Airbag Can Deploy Unexpectedly

Recall 17V691Nov 1, 201717,507 vehicles affected

The driver's airbag may deploy unexpectedly when static electricity discharges through the steering components.

Driver-Side Curtain Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash

Recall 17V143Mar 6, 201779 vehicles affected

Certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles have a driver-side curtain airbag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash.

Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash

Recall 16V939Dec 28, 2016509 vehicles affected

The passenger-side front airbag inflator initiator in certain vehicles built between August and September 2016 may fail to ignite during a crash.

Most common 2017 Infiniti QX30 problems

Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags11
Electrical System8
Steering7
Power Train5
Unknown Or Other4
Service Brakes4
Visibility/Wiper4
Exterior Lighting2
Engine2
Structure1

What owners report

2026-07-30, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, while reversing into the garage there was a popping sound coming from the steering column and the horn became inoperable. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.
2026-04-21, Power Train
The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The vehicle steadily moved forward even after releasing the steering wheel and the accelerator pedal. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2025-11-04, Unknown Or Other
I opened my sunroof cover and the back of my headliner dropped. The back window is already small and the headliner hangs in front of it obstructing the view. It seems like everyone has this same issue or defect which is pretty pricey to repair.
2025-10-02, Visibility/Wiper
I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety and quality concern with my 2017 Infiniti QX30. The interior headliner in the rear section of my vehicle has begun sagging significantly, which obstructs rear visibility and creates a potential driving hazard. Based on my research and discussions with service professionals, this issue appears to be a manufacturer defect rather than normal wear. I have also learned that the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250—which shares a platform with the Infiniti QX30—experienced the same headliner sagging issue. In fact, this problem was considered a safety concern due to restricted rear visibility. Despite this being a known issue on a mechanically and structura
2025-09-30, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that, while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on a highway, another vehicle suddenly merged into her lane. The driver was unable to react and collided with the rear of the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle swerved out of the lane towards the right shoulder, coming to a complete stop on the side of the roadway. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a storage facility and deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact's wife was transported to an area hospital by EMT and treated for a fractured ste

2017 Infiniti QX30 questions

Does the 2017 Infiniti QX30 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Infiniti QX30: Steering Loss Risk From Worn Steering Joint; Driver Airbag Can Deploy Unexpectedly; Driver-Side Curtain Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash; Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Infiniti QX30?

Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (11), Electrical System (8), Steering (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Infiniti QX30 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

Other Infiniti QX30 years

Other 2017 Infiniti models