Does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Infiniti QX56, the most recent reported on May 14, 2010 (Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Infiniti QX56?

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (6 complaints), followed by steering (6).

How many 2010 Infiniti QX56 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 26 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Infiniti QX56 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Infiniti QX56.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2010 Infiniti QX56 recalls

Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm

NHTSA campaign 10V208000 · reported May 14, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 41,649 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, qx56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from november 19, 2009 through march 3, 2010. 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.
The risk: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

NHTSA campaign 10V072000 · reported March 2, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 179,383 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Air bags6
Steering6
Electrical system4
Structure3
Seat belts2
Suspension2
Unknown or other2
Wheels2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Engine1

What owners report

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

Oct 18, 2026 · Electrical system
I recently purchased this vehicle, and within weeks it began experiencing intermittent and complete failure to start. The most serious incident happened in Phoenix at a Walmart parking lot. The vehicle refused to start at around 10 PM, and I was stranded with my daughter until 1 AM in the middle of a severe storm. The…

Mar 22, 2026 · Unknown or other
Hello, I am the owner of the vehicle is a 2010 Infiniti QX56. Please look into any recalls provide placement or vehicle as well. I no longer have it as a vehicle was stolen. I need I need either a reimbursement or the vehicle, but it does have recalls, and the reason why the vehicle was stolen or taken from the…

Dec 28, 2023 · Air bags
The passenger airbag restraint system has failed. Specifically, the passenger seat airbag sensor has failed, meaning there is no current airbag functionality for the passenger in my 2010 Infiniti QX56. There was a voluntary safety recall for (R1606) for Infiniti QX56's with years 2014-2016 for the same fault…

Mar 1, 2022 · Air bags
My airbag light came on and is flashing, I also have no horn

Oct 28, 2020 · Seat belts
EVERYTHING RECALLED IS WRONG WITH MY CAR

QX56 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	1	21	0	0
2008	3	53	5	0
2009	2	7	0	0
2010	2	26	2	0
2011	2	78	0	1
2012	3	57	1	0
2013	3	32	3	0

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

Questions

Does the 2010 Infiniti QX56 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Infiniti QX56, the most recent reported on May 14, 2010 (Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Infiniti QX56?: Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (6 complaints), followed by steering (6).
How many 2010 Infiniti QX56 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 26 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 18, 2026.