Infiniti QX56: which model years to avoid
Complaint and recall totals for every Infiniti QX56 model year we track, ranked by severity.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crashes | Fires | Severity | Most-reported system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 59 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6.8 Low | ENGINE |
| 2013 | 32 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 62.5 Medium | ENGINE |
Across 2 model years, the 2013 Infiniti QX56 carries the highest severity index (62.5, driven by engine), while the 2012 is the cleanest at 6.8.
Source. NHTSA public complaint and recall APIs. Complaint counts are not normalised by units sold; a high-volume seller will attract more filings than a rare trim.