Infiniti QX55 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
12 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
80,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 to 2023 model years. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 6 of 12 complaints (50.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 2 | 16.7% |
| Braking behavior | 2 | 16.7% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 8.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure:Body | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Engine: 6; Seats: 2; Engine And Engine Cooling: 1; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 1; Fuel/Propulsion System: 1; Power Train: 1; Structure:Body: 1; Unknown Or Other: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 2 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 2; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
75,000 to 99,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (2). 9 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 4 |
2023: 1; 2024: 1; 2025: 6; 2026: 4
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 2 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11677785 · 2025-08-01 (August 1, 2025)
The contact owned a 2022 Infinity QX55. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle in the garage, the contact noticed white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the white smoke increased significantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact returned to the residence. The contact stated that while driving to the dealer, the vehicle stalled and was able to restart after several attempts. An unknown red warning light was illuminated. The contact did not feel safe driving the vehi…
Owner-reported narrative. 80,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11677785 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11717898 · 2026-02-13 (February 13, 2026)
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX55. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, there was white smoke coming from the exhaust. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that there were metal shavings in the bearings. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufact…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11717898 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11685699 · 2025-09-08 (September 8, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX55. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking System was unintentionally activated after a shadow was detected. The contact stated that there was a high-pitched beeping sound and flashing lights on the instrument panel during the failure. The brakes and steering were uncontrollable for several seconds. The local dealer was contacted and suggested that an appointment be scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was no…
Owner-reported narrative. 21,600 miles reported. Look up ODI 11685699 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11728229 · 2026-03-31 (March 31, 2026)
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX55. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle hesitated, and the ECM fault code was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with VCT actuator failure. The contact was informed that the VCT actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced an unknown recall with a similar failure; however, the VIN was not under recall. The manu…
Owner-reported narrative. 80,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11728229 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
2022: 1; 2023: 1