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2017 · infiniti

infiniti QX30 problems

3 safety recalls. 32 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
8 reports · avg $1,100
severe
steering
6 reports · avg $700
moderate
powertrain
5 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 QX30 · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2017 INFINITI QX30. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, REVERSE, OR WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REGAIN ACCELERATION THE "SEE THE DRIVER'S MANUAL" MESSAGE WOULD ALSO APPEAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BENNETT INFINITI OF…
12/20/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11162805.0
2017 QX30 · steering
I have been attempting since July to get the recall repaired. I went there in July after calling and making an appointment but they did not have a loaner car so I left. No one could tell me how long the repair would take. Attempt # 2 called Infiniti of Coconut creek and…
12/16/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11443971.0
2017 QX30 · other Crash
WAS DRIVING CAR AND WINDSHIELD BEGAN TO FREEZE OVER WITH FROST. CAME TO COMPLETE STOP IN RESIDENTIAL STREET, AND THE CAR WAS STATIONARY. I THEN PRESSED PARK BUTTON AND OPENED CAR DOOR TO GET OUT TO SCRAPE WINDSHIELD MORE. CAR DID NOT GO INTO PARK AND BEGAN TO ROLL, PULLING ME…
11/30/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11155222.0
2017 QX30 · other
I opened my sunroof cover and the back of my headliner dropped. The back window is already small and the headliner hangs in front of it obstructing the view. It seems like everyone has this same issue or defect which is pretty pricey to repair.
11/04/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11697438.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 16V939000 28/12/2016

Nissan North America, Inc

A passenger air bag that fails to deploy in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
severe NHTSA 17V143000 06/03/2017

Nissan North America Inc

If the air bag fails to deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side curtain air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer Service at 1-800-662-6200.
severe NHTSA 21V419000 02/06/2021

Nissan North America, Inc

A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PG1CF.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Infiniti QX30 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Infiniti QX30 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Infiniti QX30?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 8 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Infiniti QX30 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 2017 Infiniti QX30?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 32 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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 aren't always better value.

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