2021 Infiniti QX80Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2021 Infiniti QX80, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-373 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 15, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2021 Infiniti QX80 has problems

7 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
Fuel/propulsion system20
Vehicle speed control20
Engine20
Visibility10
Power train10
Exterior lighting10

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

3 recalls

2021 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.

95%repaired · 2023 Q4

Back over prevention: display function

Recall 21V-599 · Aug 2, 2021 · 3,569 vehicles · 3,394 repaired

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

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2024 Q2

Fuel pump: control/drive module

Recall 21V-373 · May 20, 2021 · 24,140 vehicles · 22,394 repaired

Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing 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

2021 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

2021 Infiniti QX80 safety ratings

2021 Infiniti QX80 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 3 stars (21.9% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What QX80 owners report

Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The vehicle loses power due to failure of fuel pump, this causes the vehicle to stall out whilst driving. exactly as described in [XXX] this is a known issue with 2021 Infiniti QX80 and Infiniti tells me there is no open recal for our vehicle. This is unsafe and dangerous. INFORMATION REDACTED…
Complaint 11750272 · Jul 14, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel Rail/ System Pressure too low How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car engine could stall and increasing the risk of a crash Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a…
Complaint 11575429 · Mar 4, 2024

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