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2021 INFINITI Q60 problems

The 2021 INFINITI Q60 has 2 active recall campaigns on file and only 3 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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The 2021 INFINITI Q60 has 3 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

INFINITI Q60 owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2018 Q60 25 1
2019 Q60 4 1
2020 Q60 2 1
2021 Q60 (this page) 3 2
2021 INFINITI Q60
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Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 2 active recalls on file.

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Should you avoid this 2021 Q60?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 Q60 · body
The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the malfunction warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured aluminum bracket that sits between the front bumpers. The…
10/11/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11619398.0
2021 Q60 · engine
The contact owns a 2021 INFINITI Q60. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle shifted into limp mode. The contact stopped the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated.…
09/27/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11434554.0
2021 Q60 · powertrain
I was driving the car at approximately 75 MPH down the highway. Several warning lights came on in the dash including the crash sensors, and the car lost all power. I was able to safely pull the car over to the side of the road. I tried to restart the car with no success.…
03/23/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11404488.0
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 21V599000 August 2, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc

A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A9.
severe NHTSA 21V234000 April 4, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc

A lack of fuel may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C5.

Common questions

Is the 2021 Infiniti Q60 reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2021 Infiniti Q60, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2021 Infiniti Q60?

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2021 INFINITI Q60 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2021 Infiniti Q60?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2021 Infiniti Q60 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 2021 Infiniti Q60 a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 3 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Infiniti Q60?

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 Q60 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 2021 Infiniti Q60?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/INFINITI/Q60. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with INFINITI. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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