2014 Infiniti QX80Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2014 Infiniti QX80, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-683 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.

2014 Infiniti QX80

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Infiniti QX80 has problems

21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine60
Fuel/propulsion system40
Fuel system, gasoline40
Electrical system30
Suspension20
Visibility/wiper10
Service brakes10
Steering10
Air bags10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

4 recalls

2014 Infiniti QX80 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.

81%repaired · 2016 Q2

Fuel system, gasoline

Recall 14V-683 · Nov 28, 2014 · 133,592 vehicles · 108,224 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

87%repaired · 2016 Q1

Driver side: inflator module

Recall 14V-668 · Oct 24, 2014 · 1,848 vehicles · 1,608 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

100%repaired · 2015 Q3

Other: labels

Recall 14V-129 · Mar 19, 2014 · 468 vehicles · 468 repaired

Risk. An incorrect GAWR listing may result in the vehicle being overloaded which may increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2014 vs. every other QX80 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 QX80 median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2014 Infiniti QX80 safety ratings

2014 Infiniti QX80 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 QX80 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I starting hearing a grinding noise coming from engine couple of weeks ago. Took it to the Infinity dealership for a diagnostic test. The mechanic stated “ timing chains were found to be stretched and metal was worn.” This is the same issue which prompted the recall of 2011-2013 QX56 models.…
Complaint 11500607 · Jan 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was a loud winding noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The same noise would occur while attempting to accelerate. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the timing chain had…
Complaint 11468293 · Jun 8, 2022 · 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle began to stall. The contact veered to the side of the road and kept the vehicle running. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact then returned to her residence. The contact stated that the…
Complaint 11463045 · May 2, 2022 · 127,785 miles

Own a 2014 QX80?

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