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2005 Infiniti QX56 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 80 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Infiniti QX56.

3
recalls
80
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Infiniti QX56 recalls

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA campaign 10V517000 · reported October 28, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 747,480 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, infiniti qx56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. The intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ECM) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. The ECM relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ECM relay contact due to arcing.
The risk
This could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ECM relay inside the ipdm assembly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 6, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Fuel system, other: storage, fuel gauge system

NHTSA campaign 10V074000 · reported March 3, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 340,000 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
The fix
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.

Equipment: appliance, air conditioner

NHTSA campaign 08V284000 · reported June 27, 2008 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 180,664 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling 180,664 my 2005-2006 titan, armada and infinity qx56 vehicles manufactured after march 17, 2005, that are equipped with a visteon air conditioning condenser fan motor. The fan motor may not be properly sealed allowing excessive water intrusion and inadequate drainage of moisture.
The risk
This could cause corrosion in the motor leading possibly to overheating and a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a 'thermal protector kit' and test the air conditioning condenser fan motor and replace it if necessary. The recall began on august 2, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Nov 14, 2024 · Service brakes

I started to break saw a major traffic jam . And my steering started shaking and my breaks did not Stop like they're supposed to.almost was i huge crash w I th my […] and […] old INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Nov 7, 2022 · Fuel system, other · 150,000 miles

The contact owns a 2005 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the residence where it was discovered that no fuel was present although the fuel gauge indicated that there was a quarter tank of fuel in the…

Jan 4, 2021 · Service brakes · 155,000 miles

THE VEHICLE WILL LOSE POWER TO THE BRAKES WHILE DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN PROBLEM OCCURS YOU WILL LOSE POWER STEERING AND PRESSURE TO BRAKING SYSTEM. ALSO THE DRIVER HID HEADLAMP GETS MOISTURE IN IT WHENEVER IT RAINS. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE HID BULB ABOUT 6 TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR. ALSO THERE SEEMS TO BE AN…

Aug 13, 2020 · Service brakes · 5 miles

DRIVING 30 MPH IN MANHATTAN NEW YORK CAME TO A RED LIGHT PRESSED BRAKE PEDAL FELT NO BRAKES PUMPED BRAKES FELT LIKE THERE WAS LITTLE TO NO BRAKING ABS LIGHT CAME ON SO DID BRAKE LIGHT RAN THROUGH THE RED THANK GOD NO CARS WHERE I FRONT OF ME ,EVENTUALLY STOPPED PULLED ASIDE THEN TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND THEN ON THE…

Jun 26, 2020 · Electrical system · 270,000 miles

WHILE DRIVING IN RESIDENTIAL/BUSINESS AREA MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER AND TURNED OFF. I DRIFTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT POWER STEERING. TRIED TO START VEHICLE AGAIN. VEHICLE WOULD START BUT WOULD IMMEDIATELY DIE-WOULD NOT IDLE. AFTER RESTING APPROX 5 MINUTES I WAS ABLE TO START AGAIN AND CONTINUE HOME…

QX56 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 110651
2005 38020
2006 38000
2007 12100
2008 35350

Across all years, the 2004 QX56 has the most complaints (106). All Infiniti QX56 years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Infiniti QX56, the most recent reported on October 28, 2010 (Engine and engine cooling). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Infiniti QX56?
Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (22 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (12).
How many 2005 Infiniti QX56 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 80 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 14, 2024.