Does the 2016 Infiniti QX80 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, the most recent reported on July 15, 2026 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Infiniti QX80?

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by air bags (2).

How many 2016 Infiniti QX80 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Infiniti QX80 recalls and problems

1 recall and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti QX80.

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.

2016 Infiniti QX80 recalls

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 26V455000 · reported July 15, 2026 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 168,149 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.

Most reported problems

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

Service brakes3
Air bags2
Engine2
Unknown or other2
Electrical system1
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Power train1
Steering1

What owners report

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

Oct 3, 2026 · Structure
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE West Department, Washington, DC 20590 SUBJECT: SAFETY COMPLAINT – STRUCTURAL PAINT DELAMINATION AND DEBRIS HAZARD • Vehicle: 2016 Infiniti QX80 • Paint Color: Pearl White (Paint Code: QAA) • Affected…

Nov 13, 2025 · Forward collision avoidance
I live in a state where it is required to have both front and back plates. When I got my 2016 QX80 it did not have official front plate mounting so I bought a kit and installed the front license plate. Since then I have not had a working sensor. The front collision sensor states there’s an obstruction. I can no longer…

Apr 25, 2025 · Visibility · 27,448 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 50 MPH on the interstate, there was an abnormal booming sound coming from the sunroof, and the driver discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered. The contact called the Insurance Company for assistance. The vehicle was…

Mar 26, 2025 · Power train
Vehicle will not shift pass 3rd gear. Valve body issue, diagnosed by dealership. Many of the same model have the same problem. Vehicles have very low mileage with a problem like this. Dealer refuses to replace part or compensate. Vehicle poses a potential safety issue on the road.

Feb 28, 2025 · Air bags
Airbag light keeps coming on and we take it in to be serviced and they say hey it shows low voltage so we tighten down your battery and that fixed it. Then we drive 100 miles and it's back on. Took it to a different dealer and they said the same thing. Another few hundred miles airbag light is on again. Putting my…

QX80 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2014	4	21	0
2015	2	18	1
2016	1	15	0
2017	1	17	1
2018	2	9	1
2019	2	21	0

Across all years, the 2014 QX80 has the most complaints (21). All Infiniti QX80 years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Infiniti QX80 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Infiniti QX80, the most recent reported on July 15, 2026 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Infiniti QX80?: Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes (3 complaints), followed by air bags (2).
How many 2016 Infiniti QX80 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 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 3, 2026.