2006 Infiniti QX56 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Infiniti QX56 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (46 reports).

3Recalls
80Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Infiniti QX56 recalls

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 10V517Oct 28, 2010747,480 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System

Recall 10V074Mar 3, 2010340,000 vehicles affected

Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner

Recall 08V284Jun 27, 2008180,664 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Infiniti QX56 problems

Problem areas named in the 80 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes46
Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
Electrical System9
Power Train7
Engine6
Fuel System, Other4
Exterior Lighting4
Unknown Or Other3
Suspension2
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2

What owners report

2026-10-21, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2006 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while 5 MPH and making a turn at an intersection on three separate occasions, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off and restarted independently after several seconds. Additionally, the check engine warning light and a sensor warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that an Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) distance sensor malfunction might have caused the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 249,000.
2023-07-23, Air Bags
Air bag not working, horn not working properly. And other functions. Was told clock spring needs to be replaced.
2022-09-14, Service Brakes
Brake Failure. The brake fails occasionally while driving on the streets or on the Highways without Waring. The brake pedal goes down to the floor, and grinding/hitting metal to metal sound is heard and vehicle brake control is lost. Experiences were traumatic; you swing left or right to avoid hitting another vehicle from behind or running a red light. The vehicle has been inspected by an independent mechanic, and the brake components: rotors, pads, drum, and fluid levels were ok, each time it occurs. The brake lights come off and on and each time, the mechanic finds no issues with the brake components. One dangerous aspect of these occurrences is that after the vehicle sits for a while, lik
2021-04-14, Engine
MY VEHICLE STALLING ALL TIME WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY WHEN I M DRIVING ON HIGHWAY . MORE THAN 10 TIMES I ALMOST CRASH MY VEHICLE.
2020-11-18, Service Brakes
2006 INFINITI QX56, HAD BACK BRAKES AND ROTORS REPLACED IN OCTOBER 2020, 2 WEEKS LATER I'M DRIVING, FLAT SURFACE, NICE DAY, APPLIED BRAKES, MY PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, NO RESISTANCE, I HEARD A GRINDING NOISE, FELT LIKE A 'SLIP' , I HAD KIDS IN CAR, I PULLED OVER, ASKED THE GIRLS WHAT THEY HEARD, TURNED OFF VEHICLE, CHECKED BRAKE FLUID, FULL, THE GIRLS THOUGHT I MAY HAVE HIT A SLICK PATCH OF OIL OR SOMETHING?? WE DID OUR SHOPPING, I MADE A FEW PHONE CALLS, GOT BACK IN VEHICLE, STARTED IT AND APPLIED BRAKES, WORKED FINE, DROVE HOME SLOW, NO ISSUES. ALSO NO LIGHTS CAME ON WHEN THIS HAPPENED. I CONVINCED MYSELF THIS WAS JUST A FLUKE. 2 1/2 WEEKS LATER AND AFTER LOTS OF DRIVING, I HAD TO GO TO MEMPHI

2006 Infiniti QX56 questions

Does the 2006 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Infiniti QX56: Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Fuel Gauge System; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Infiniti QX56?

Based on 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (46), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (11), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Infiniti QX56 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.

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