TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH AND SLIGHTLY APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES SEIZED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STOP INSTANTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONCE THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKES RELEASED AND THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. …
2012 infiniti QX56 brakes problems
moderate 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
THE STANDARD QX56 COMES WITH MORE THAN ADEQUATE ROOM FOR ANY SIZE SHOE ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. LESS THAN 10% OF THE QX MODELS ARE ORDERED WITH THE TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE. THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES A DESIGN FEATURE THAT CAUSES THE GAS PEDAL TO PUSH BACK AGAINST THE OPERATORS FOOT IF THE RADAR SENSES THAT THE VEHICLE IS CLOSING DISTANCE TOO QUICKLY ON THE VEHICLE AHEAD. THE MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL DEVICE…
WHEN I'M STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE VEHICLE WILL START TO ROLL FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND EXTRA PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING, AT THIS POINT THE BRAKE PEDAL IS ALMOST AT THE FLOOR AND PUMPING THE PEDAL A FEW TIMES WILL RESTORE THE BRAKES TO A NORMAL FEEL. THE INFINITI DEALER STATES THIS IS A NORMAL CONDITION AND REPAIRS ARE NOT NEEDED. THIS HAS BEEN O…
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2012 infiniti QX56?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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