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2017 INFINITI QX30 airbags problems

severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →

Complaints
8
Recalls
2
Avg fix
$1,100
2crashes
2injuries

When does it fail?

Of the 8 airbags complaints filed for the 2017 INFINITI QX30, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
1 (50%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
1 (50%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

All 2 active airbags recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.

Airbags accounts for 25% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 4 categories tracked.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 17V143000 March 6, 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 16V939000 December 28, 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.

What owners are reporting 4 most recent

airbags · 10,000 mi · filed 11/30/2017

Driver's bag unexpectedly deploy issue

airbags · filed 10/13/2021

The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clicking noise would emit from the steering wheel as all electric buttons on the steering wheel failed to operate without warning. When the contact made a U-turn, the clicking noise became louder and the "front left malfunction, service required" warning message appeared on the instrument…

airbags · 50,000 mi · filed 09/30/2025

The contact owned a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that, while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on a highway, another vehicle suddenly merged into her lane. The driver was unable to react and collided with the rear of the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle swerved out of the lane towards the right shoulder, coming to a complete stop on the side of the roadway. The air bags did…

airbags · filed 06/21/2022

2017 qX30 Had a safety recall for clockspring this repair was made in 2018 it has now happened again and no recall to cover the cost I should not have to pay to repair it again since it should have been fixed with the first recall.

Had airbags trouble with your 2017 INFINITI QX30? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2017 INFINITI QX30?

It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Based on the 8 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 58,223 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/INFINITI/QX30. 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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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