Model year
2012 Infiniti QX56
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 57 complaints for the 2012 Infiniti QX56 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE (24), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (7). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 16 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $5,150, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 106 complaints
- 2005 80 complaints
- 2006 79 complaints
- 2007 21 complaints
- 2008 53 complaints
- 2009 7 complaints
- 2010 26 complaints
- 2011 78 complaints
- 2012 57 complaints
- 2013 32 complaints
Recalls
26V455000 · Jul 15, 2026
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…
20V188000 · Mar 30, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.
14V683000 · Nov 28, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during…
Complaints
57 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SUV RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX56 2WD · 5.6L · Automatic (S7) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| QX56 4WD · 5.6L · Automatic (S7) · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2012 Infiniti QX56 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.