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2013 Infiniti QX56Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 33 owner complaints about the 2013 Infiniti QX56, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-683 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Infiniti QX56 has problems
33 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Suspension
3Power train
3Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Vehicle speed control
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Visibility
1Seat belts
33 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2013 Infiniti QX56 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Fuel system, gasoline
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's air bag, the incorrect part may block the flow of propellant to the air bag and the air bag's…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Infiniti.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other QX56 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the QX56 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Infiniti QX56 safety ratings
2013 Infiniti QX56 SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What QX56 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud ticking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed, and the…
Started car in the morning and it started misfiring very badly. Flashing check engine light. Immediately pulled over and shut engine off. Had it towed to my shop I use they hooked it up to computer and it was diagnosed as a loose timing chain. Basically timing chain replacement This is rediculous…
Our Infiniti QX56 started misfiring and shaking when driving. We took it in to the Infiniti dealership and was informed it is a bad timing chain. Upon research, we realized there was a recall for this issue on 2013 Infiniti QX56 models just like ours. However, our VIN did not show on the recall…
Own a 2013 QX56?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.