Power Train Problems of Infiniti QX60 - part 1

Cvt transmission failing, started @ 113000 miles, trying to work with Infiniti consumer affairs, they have required me to bring the car into their shop for diag. When I purchased the vehicle 2/26/2022, include with the car was an extended warranty for 6 years unlimited miles. They dated the contract back to the manufacturer date in 1/31/2019 and expired on 1/31/2025. I’ve opened a case with Infiniti USA case# 56866430. I feel they have never fixed their cvt transmission issue and it causing consumer undue cost and stress.

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The Infiniti qx 60 with the cvt transmission has been a safety issue in the model year 2015- 2018. I was driving the vehicle on 3/18/2026 when the transmission stopped and cause my car to stop in traffic almost causing me to be in an accident. The car was tolled to the Infiniti dealership and I was later told that my vehicle was included in the cvt transmission settlement however it expired in August 2025 and said they will not repair I had to pay out of pocket.

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The vehicle shudders and jerks when you accelerate after that it good to go this is so aggravating but I love my Infiniti so much can Infiniti fix this problem and upgrade my transmission.

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Subject of complaint: severe odometer fraud, mileage tampering, and title misrepresentation by the selling dealership: phenix motors, llc ([xxx]), operated by [xxx]. The discrepancy: the vehicle was sold to me with a falsely represented odometer reading. Subsequent electronic diagnostics and vehicle history reports reveal that the actual mileage is severely discrepant from the mileage disclosed on the official bill of sale and title paperwork provided by phenix motors, llc. The dealership has since explicitly refused to participate in state-level consumer mediation with the mississippi attorney general's office. Current status & evidence location: the vehicle is currently completely inoperable with a dead dashboard/ecm display. On xxx, the financing lender, magnolia federal credit union, executed a repossession of the vehicle. Under the ftc holder rule, the lender is fully aware of the fraud claims. The physical car and its electronic control modules (the core evidence of the fraud) are currently being held by the lender's agent: united auto recovery (account reference partial VIN: [xxx]). State action & reference history:mississippi attorney general's office: consumer protection division file closed due to dealer principal's ([xxx]) formal refusal to mediate. State licensing authority contact: [xxx], mississippi motor vehicle commission / mississippi department of revenue (title and dealer enforcement division: [xxx]). Request: I am requesting a formal federal investigation into phenix motors, llc for systemic odometer manipulation, and a formal safety/title flag placed on this VIN to prevent the lender or dealer from washing the title or liquidating the vehicle at auction before the electronic evidence can be audited. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The continuous variable transmission (cvt) in my 2017 Infiniti Qx60 failed due to faulty components. They are failing to cover the repair and take accountability for the faulty equipment even though they have admitted to the part quality issue.

Valve seal deterioration at 24000 miles, leaking, and cabin air filters are ruined.

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Vehicle shudders on acceleration. 2013-2018 vehicles were recalled. 2019 is doing the same thing.

While driving, the vehicle displayed an engine malfunction warning followed by a low oil pressure warning. I pulled over and waited. The oil level was checked and was not empty. The warning lights briefly went out, but shortly afterward the engine lost power. When attempting to restart the vehicle, the engine began knocking. The vehicle became inoperable and required towing. This was a sudden engine failure with no prior indication of oil loss, leak, or neglect. This created a safety concern due to sudden loss of power while driving.

I have a 2020 Infiniti Qx60. While driving on the interstate i75 the check engine light came on and the car lost power. This was very dangerous as it could have caused a very serious accident. Had to have car towed to dealership. Was told that the transmission needed to be replaced at a cost of $8,600. This SUV has only about 75,000 miles. Upon checking the internet I found that this transmission issue has been a problem for a number of years and Infiniti has not adequately addressed it. This is a safety issue and Infiniti should take ownership and fix problem.

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1. Airbags and seatbelt lights: the vehicle airbags light and seatbelt lights keeps flashing and after taking it to the dealer, they keep suggesting buying a new passenger seat assembly coasting thousands of dollars. Many similar complaints online with no resolutions or temporary solutions by the dealers. 2. Cvt transmission problem: vehicle jerking, and hesitating when driving. Vehicle also struggling to find the right amount of power. Dealer installed new transmission for free under extended manufacturer warranty. Problem is still there and has gotten worse. Struggling to accelerate or even lose power. Vehicle not in a drivable state with significant safety issue. Dealer insists there is nothing wrong after 3 subsequent visits after the first transmission installation. Vehicle pretty much totaled due to main component failure.

My 2019 Infiniti Qx60 (VIN [xxx] ) experienced a sudden transmission failure at 99,995 miles. The vehicle would no longer shift into gear and became undriveable. The dealer found diagnostic code p2813 – pressure control solenoid g, indicating internal transmission failure. The repair estimate is $8,369. 87. This appears to be part of a known pattern of cvt failures affecting Infiniti/Nissan vehicles, including the Qx60. Earlier models (2015–2018) had warranty extensions for similar cvt defects. This failure occurred without warning and poses a major safety hazard, as the vehicle could not accelerate or be driven. My wife was pulling out of the parking area after picking up my [xxx] and as soon as she pulled out and shifted it to drive it would not. Ended up with a vehicle almost hitting them, which was a close call. After shifting it back-and-forth it finally went into gear and took it straight to the service center. The service center even said that they had to tow it into the garage because it would not go into gear any longer. I am requesting NHTSA investigate whether this transmission defect affects 2019 and later Qx60 models and whether a recall or manufacturer remedy is warranted. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

I was driving my vehicle and as I was making a turn lost power and almost got struct by a vehicle coming from the other direction I regained power and immediately called Infiniti dealership and spoke to service advisor to have vehicle inspected I recently had the cvt transmission replaced a month prior when I brought SUV in I was informed it was not the transmission but the right shaft seal and transfer case were leaking and low on fluid causing the power loss I was told that there was a TSB issued by Nissan in regards to this I believe this should be changed to a recall especially being a chronic issue with these vehicles there should be a safety recall cause of the power loss thank god I regained power I had my wife and kids in the vehicle and was a very nerve racking scenario I contacted corporate Infiniti but they were not helpful at all.

Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2020 Infiniti Qx60. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. Additionally, the transmission was jerking while the vehicle was being driven. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 46,000. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but no assistance was provided. It was later discovered that the mileage on the title was 57,000. The VIN was not available.

Differential failed and leaking fluid - premature failure. Yes, part will be available, and repair diagnosed by kendall inifiniti of nampa dealership. In process of review by manufacturer district area manager. No warning, no messages, no smells, nada - took auto in for scheduled 60,000 mile service at dealer and provided $4,100 estimate for repair - see attached. Vehicle previously serviced in Feb 2025 at same dealership and drivetrain was reported good without any mention of leak or seal failure. Service rep believes this failed months ago.

My vehicle is having issues with the cvt transmission timing chain, I was just aware, there was a recall in the past but my Infiniti dealership said it's expired. And they won't help replace it. I'm getting judder while driving.

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Transmission is shuttering when pushing on the gas.

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Timing chain completely went when I had been complaining of a noise while it was under warranty. I was stranded on the side of the road. The starter completely went while driving. Now, I am told the transfer case is bad and I had to pull on side of road to a repair shop.

The contact owns a 2024 Infiniti Qx60. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently jolted while stopping, and the infotainment screen and instrument panel intermittently turned off and restarted independently. Additionally, the blind spot detection system and the lane keep assist were intermittently inoperable, and the power window master door lock button was inoperable. The transmission slipped out of gear once. Additionally, the hatch failed to open, preventing to contact from accessing the wheelchair. The contact stated that as a [xxx] he was overwhelmed and saddened by the persistent failures and the inability to access the wheelchair as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased from a dealer who had sold the business to another dealer, who refused to honor the warranty on the vehicle. The contact called another dealer, palm springs Nissan (68177 kyle rd, cathedral city, CA 92234); and was provided the same information as the first dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to tow the vehicle to a dealer 3 hours away at the owner's expense; however, the contact stated to the manufacturer that towing the vehicle should be covered under the warranty policy. The contact had purchased the extended warranty, and the vehicle was paid off. The manufacturer declined to cover the towing and denied further assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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There are two problems we have had for many miles. 1. Cvt- completely gone at 120k miles but we have had problems almost from the beginning (lease then bought). We were told by the Infiniti dealership they couldn't find anything (30-40k miles approximately) so we let it go thinking maybe it was the carpet mat rubbing up against the gas pedal that made the engine scudder, limp then go fast. Dealership is asking $7k + to replace. -safety wise the acceleration was lessened. Think of merging on a highway with 18 wheelers on your tail and the car just revs up to 5000 rpms and you are going nowhere. - Infiniti dealership has confirmed the cvt needs to be replaced. - no other inspection(s) has occurred. -the symptoms have been almost all along. Was not identified when at dealership. 2. Rear coupler. It was replaced in September 2023 with 81,344 miles. And now at approximately 120k miles it needs to be replaced. Again, this is almost from the time of purchase the scrapping noise. We thought it was the tires scrapping when we turned. I find it hard to believe a part can go so quickly (39k miles). $3k + to replace in 2023. -safety wise the traction in wet weather. - Nissan dealership identified and repaired in September 2023. Provided a 12 month/12k mile warranty. Way too little for the cost of the repair. Infiniti dealership diagnosed this with the cvt. (above) - Nissan dealership said they would need to inspect to determine if there was anything they would do. -the symptons have been almost all along. Was not identified when at dealership.

I saw engine warning lamp. It reported transmission problem. When I press the gas pedal I feel the a lot of shudder .

I am reporting a serious safety failure involving my 2014 Infiniti Qx60 hybrid (VIN: [xxx] ), tied to recall r21b4 / NHTSA 21v-774. Although the recall was marked complete before I bought the car in 2022, the defect — sudden loss of power — occurred again while I was driving at highway speeds. Infiniti is refusing to assist due to age/mileage, despite clear evidence the recall fix was ineffective or incomplete. Diagnostic codes confirm hybrid system failure (p0a08, c1a1a, c1130). I am requesting a full investigation into Infiniti’s handling of this recall and a resolution for my unsafe vehicle. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

This vehicle started shaking and juttering at a lower speed and made it very difficult to drive. Then I could accelerate and it would not go faster. I took it to a repair shop and they were getting cvt codes for the transmission. I looked online a found that many other people had these same issues as well as a class action lawsuit that was settled a few years ago for 278 million for these problems. I was never informed that this cvt was a problem and could have it replaced from Nissan for no charge. I am not sure why Nissan would allow an unsafe transmission to be installed into a vehicle that would make the car unsafe to drive.

The rear right differential side seal failed under 40k miles and car was out of manufacturer warranty and I had to pay to get the seal and bearing replaced. I cannot believe a seal and bearing need to be rep[laced withing 40k miles. I had to replace a seal on the transfer case last year when the car was still under manufacturer's warranty. My guess is that poor quality of the seals/bearings or improper installation procedures could have led to these early failures and surely warrants an investigation.

In the beginning when I pull off the car shudders and jerks speed was delayed. Now in the middle of driving with some speed the car beginnings to strain and barely move although the gauge shows I’m going 40 miles the car is straining and going under 5 miles. This started maybe a year ago but now it is much worser.

The car is not engaging when going from 1st to all gears, the car feels very shaky and unstable.

The rear differential is messed up on this truck, and there is grinding noise - when I turn left or right, and there,s a whinning noise while driving, and also black fluid drips from in between the oil pan, and transmission and hissing sound when turned on. .

Transmission has a shudder between 15-20 mph around 1000-1500 rpm. Mainly happens in std mode, other modes run at higher rpms but does still happen on occasion.

The whole vehicle experiences strong vibrations when accelerating to 30 miles per hour and higher. It also gives strong judder or kicks when turning. Hard to control the vehicle at high speeds. No warning light is on. Took the vehicle to a local dealer (houston southwest Infiniti) and found that the problem was caused by a defective rear differential coupler.

2016 Infiniti Qx60 93,000 miles the battery light was on. I have noticed that my cvt transmission goes into limp mode. This has happened several times with no help from Infiniti. I can only go 10mph and it revs only 1000 rpm, then it'll be fine after I turn off and on again. Had battery and alternator checked and they're 100% good. This is very dangerous when it happenes in traffic and Infiniti won't do anything.

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Car is slipping and have had cv joints checked, fluids replaced. Was told it was the differential coupling. Looked it up and many, many others are having the same issue. This is a safety concern because the transmission is slipping on these cars when they get to 50,000+ miles.

Transfer case leaking. Resealing of transfer case was performed under warranty. The vehicle was under warranty and had only 33,000 miles. It was rather alarming that such transmission/power train issues showed up at such low mileage.

Check engine light came on. Diagnosis revealed timing chain needs to be replaced. Mileage is past the warranty but years is not past the warranty. Repair comes just a couple of months after gear shift locked up and full gear shift assembly had to be replaced.

When the vehicle slows from cruising speed to below 20 mph, the car shakes violently and the engine nearly stops. To avoid the shaking, I must place the vehicle in neutral until it comes to a complete stop. If I shift into drive before I stop, the vehicle shudders again. When in traffic, it could cause the vehicle to be rear-ended. My wife won't drive the vehicle because of this. Owners' forum seems to indicate this is a common problem and may be related to https://static. Nhtsa. Gov/odi/tsbs/2018/mc-10145543-9999. Pdf.

Transmission failure. The cvt transmission did not engage in gear while driving (on the highway!) I was able to drive in "limp mode" to reputable mechanic in the area. The mechanic flushed the cvt fluid, changed the filters and checked all the electronic codes, but the problem persists. The vehicle will require a new transmission or a rebuild.

I bought my 2014 Infiniti Qx60 in 2016 that had a little over 68k miles on it. On may 3, 2024, I just hit over $100k & felt the car do a soft lurch then it started to do a small crawl inch by inch. No warning lights came on or messages. Before this happened, I heard what I thought was a flat tire, or a plane taxing sound. I got the car towed to a mechanic shop and was told that I need a new 'transfer case'. I was told that there was a recall for this but do not see it for this model. If Infiniti knew it had problems why was a recall not done. If I want to get it fixed it will cost over $5k again. I already got it changed and the front differential a year ago. So is this something that will have to be done yearly?.