The 2008 Infiniti QX56 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a brake pedal defect where the pivot pin can slip out of position, causing the pedal to partially disengage and leaving the driver with a loose, ineffective brake pedal and reduced stopping power.
The side curtain airbags on certain vehicles built during a narrow window in early 2007 may not inflate correctly in a crash, reducing their ability to protect occupants. There is also a fuel gauge issue where the instrument panel can show roughly a quarter tank of fuel remaining when the tank is actually empty, which can cause the engine to stall unexpectedly on the highway.
At a glance
What can fail
The A-pillar finisher may be out of specification, potentially blocking the side curtain airbag from inflating properly at the upper B-pillar area.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both front pillar finishers at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal pivot pin may not be properly manufactured and could come loose, causing the brake pedal to partially separate from its bracket. This creates pedal looseness and reduces braking force.
What the fix does
Your brake pedal assembly will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel gauge may incorrectly show about one-quarter tank of fuel remaining when the fuel tank is actually empty.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with an improved sender card at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake pedal pivot pin was not properly shaped during manufacturing. The pin can slide, causing the brake pedal to partially separate from its bracket.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the pivot pin and replace the entire brake pedal assembly if it was not formed correctly, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
