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2011 INFINITI QX56 problems
The 2011 INFINITI QX56 has 1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 78 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
The 2011 INFINITI QX56 has 78 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.
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Should you avoid this 2011 QX56?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 9.2/10 — above the segment average
2 recall campaigns on file
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An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Common questions
Is the 2011 Infiniti QX56 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Infiniti QX56 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2011 Infiniti QX56?
On the NHTSA data, the 2011 INFINITI QX56 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 9.2/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2011 Infiniti QX56?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2011 Infiniti QX56 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2011 Infiniti QX56 a good used car to buy?
It scores 9.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 78 owner complaints. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2011 Infiniti QX56?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Infiniti QX56 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2011 Infiniti QX56?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 78 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 12 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/INFINITI/QX56.
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