How many recalls does the 2012 Infiniti Qx56 have?

The 2012 Infiniti Qx56 has 3 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2012 Infiniti Qx56?

The most recent recall was issued on July 15, 2026 and relates to the equipment:other:labels system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2012 Infiniti Qx56?

Yes, there are 2 high-risk recalls for the 2012 Infiniti Qx56 involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2012 Infiniti Qx56 affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2012 Infiniti Qx56.

2012 Infiniti Qx56: Recalls & Complaints

2012 Infiniti Qx56

This page covers 3 recalls, 56 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Infiniti Qx56.

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

16 mpg combined

14.7 L/100km

Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

City14 mpg(16.8 L/100km)

Highway20 mpg(11.8 L/100km)

Combined16 mpg(14.7 L/100km)

Est. Annual Fuel Cost$4,800/yr

Tailpipe CO₂555 g/mi

Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.

2012 Infiniti Qx56 Owner Complaints

For the 2012 Infiniti QX56, engine complaints make up the largest share of owner reports, with timing chain failure being the most consistently described problem. Owners report symptoms including violent shaking under acceleration, check engine lights, and loss of power, often diagnosed as a timing chain that needs replacement. Several owners also describe a high-pressure fuel pump leaking, which some link to accelerating engine wear. The fuel and propulsion system draws the next-highest complaint volume, with owners reporting hesitation, stalling, and catalytic converter failures triggering check engine warnings. Airbag complaints round out the top three reported systems, though at lower volume. The timing chain issue appears across multiple reports and tends to surface with specific trouble codes, rough running at lower speeds, and the vehicle becoming undrivable if left unaddressed.

Total Complaints

Crash-Related

By System

engine
17
fuel/propulsion system
7
unknown or other
6
air bags
5
electrical system

2012 Infiniti Qx56 Recalls

The 2012 Infiniti QX56 has two recalls of equal seriousness: a driver's airbag inflator that can rupture during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, and a fuel system that can leak and cause a fire.

The airbag inflator defect means the driver-side airbag may not deploy correctly in a crash, or it may burst and throw metal pieces toward the driver and other occupants. On the fuel side, a pressure sensor that may not have been fully tightened during production can loosen over time, allowing fuel to escape. If that leaked fuel contacts an ignition source, it can start a fire.

All 3 Recalls

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NHTSA (USA)

July 15, 2026

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

The official notice

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety Risk

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and R26B2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.