NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Infiniti QX56 4WD; the most frequently affected component is air bags — side/window. Owners filed 53 complaints, most often about service brakes. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Air bags — Side/windowCampaign 10V349000 · 22 Jul 2010
Problem: Nissan is recalling model year 2008 nissan armada and infiniti qx56 vehicles manufactured from february 7, 2007 through february 14, 2007. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "protection in interior impact." an out-of-specification a-pillar finisher might impede the correct inflation of the side curtain air bag near the upper portion of the b-pillar.
Risk: Incorrect inflation of the side curtain air bag may increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant in the event of a crash requiring deployment of that air bag.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both right and left front pillar finishers free of charge. The safety recall began on august 16, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Suspension — Lower armCampaign 10E019000 · 20 May 2010
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain front and rear lower links, p/nos. 54501zq00a, 54500zq00a, 551a1zq00a, 551a0zq00a , 54501ea00a, 54500ea00a, 551a1ea500, 551a0ea500, 54501zr00a, and 54500zr00a, sold between november 25, 2009 and may 14, 2010 as replacement parts for model year 2004 through 2010 titan, armada, and qx56, and model years 2005 through 2010 frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles. The lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. Due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.
Risk: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected lower link free of charge. The safety recall began on july 12, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, other — Fuel gauge systemCampaign 10V074000 · 03 Mar 2010
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.
Risk: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Service brakes, hydraulic — Pedals and linkagesCampaign 10V072000 · 02 Mar 2010
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. The pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket.
Risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Service brakes15 · 38%
Electrical system8 · 20%
Air bags5 · 12%
Exterior lighting4 · 10%
Suspension4 · 10%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Engine3 · 8%
Power train3 · 8%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 infiniti qx56. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, the passenger side headlight failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the passenger side headlight was replaced. In addition, the driver side headlight failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 infiniti qx56. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the air bag system software was restarted however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken back to dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag spiral cable…
Apparently as all other complaints are similar with the brake light coming on and as i apply pressure to the brake to stop the scrubbing and scraping sound is unbearable, i've been told it's the brake booster is bad for infiniti qx56. Fix the problem if everyone is having the same issue, please before someone gets…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 infiniti qx56. When the contact started the vehicle, the air bag indicator illuminated and blinked on and off. The contact called modern infiniti at 336-852-5981 (located at 3605 w wendover ave, greensboro, nc 27407) and was informed that there was no recall. The manufacturer was not made…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.