2016 Infiniti QX60 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2016 Infiniti QX60 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (12 reports).

1Recalls
29Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Infiniti QX60 recalls

Passenger airbag may stay off in a crash

Recall 16V244Apr 26, 20163,296,947 vehicles affected

The front passenger occupant classification system can wrongly read an adult as a child, or read an occupied seat as empty.

Most common 2016 Infiniti QX60 problems

Problem areas named in the 29 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags12
Unknown Or Other5
Power Train3
Visibility3
Electrical System3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Equipment2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Visibility/Wiper1
Back Over Prevention1

What owners report

2026-04-15, Engine
I am reporting a serious safety concern with my 2016 Infiniti QX60 involving a defective cooling fan system. The vehicle currently experiences a ticking/tapping noise from the cooling fan, and the fan does not operate properly, which has caused the engine to overheat. This condition creates a significant safety hazard, as engine overheating can lead to sudden engine failure while driving, increasing the risk of an accident. The issue also makes it unsafe to use essential features such as the air conditioner in hot weather and the defroster in cold conditions, which impacts visibility and driver safety. This defect appears to be part of a known issue affecting this vehicle platform, where the
2025-12-15, Air Bags
Component: Air Bags / Occupant Classification System (OCS) Problem Description: The Occupant Classification System (OCS) in my 2016 Infiniti QX60 is malfunctioning. The passenger airbag indicator light flickers on and off even when the passenger seat is empty. When an adult passenger is seated properly with the seatbelt fastened, the system frequently fails to detect the occupant and does not consistently indicate that the passenger airbag is active. The issue occurs intermittently and unpredictably, both while driving and shortly after vehicle startup. Dealer Repair Attempts: I have brought the vehicle to the Infiniti dealership multiple times for this issue. Each visit resulted in a pai
2024-12-05, Electrical System
The electric controlled coupling failed and as a result, the AWD failed. There is vibration when turning and driving 25 mph. The grinding noise remained after I got new brakes and I was told it’s from the coupling trying to power the AWD. I took my 2016 QX60 to the dealer and also to a foreign car auto shop and they both confirmed it needs to be replaced. When the coupling is unplugged, the noise is not present.
2024-11-29, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while making a left turn at a low rate of speed, another vehicle attempted to drive around the contact's vehicle. As the vehicle attempted to drive around, the contact was hit by the passing vehicle. The contact stated that they could not recall the immediate events after the accident; however, they did note the side air bags did deploy while drive side air bag did not deploy. A police report was filed at the scene; however, the police report was not available due to an ongoing investigation. The contact, the contact's mother, and the contact's son and daughter were all taken to the hospital for a check-up; the contact suffered
2024-11-11, Power Train
2016 Infiniti QX60 93,000 miles The battery light was on. I have noticed that my CVT transmission goes into limp mode. This has happened several times with no help from infiniti. I can only go 10MPH and it revs only 1000 RPM, then it'll be fine after I turn off and on again. Had battery and alternator checked and they're 100% good. This is very dangerous when it happenes in traffic and infiniti won't do anything.

2016 Infiniti QX60 questions

Does the 2016 Infiniti QX60 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Infiniti QX60: Passenger airbag may stay off in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Infiniti QX60?

Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (12), Unknown Or Other (5), Power Train (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Infiniti QX60 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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