QX30 (1st)
Engine Reliability Ratings
M27020
2.0LView details
Complaint Breakdown
Known Issues
Vehicle-Level Issues
These issues affect the Infiniti QX30 regardless of engine variant.
Recalls (6)
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The bolt securing the right-hand side lower seat belt anchorage may have been incorrectly installed during production. This can result in the lower seat belt anchorage detaching in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with certain requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages", number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies, and number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Nissan North America Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver-side curtain air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles manufactured August 11, 2016, to September 27, 2016. The affected vehicles have a passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 problems?
The 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 has accumulated 56 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Safety Systems, Electrical System, Steering. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.
Which Infiniti QX30 engine is most reliable?
The 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 was offered with 1 engine option. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2.0L ?-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.
Is the 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 a good used car?
The 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 56 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 have?
The 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 has 56 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.
What recalls affect the 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30?
There are 6 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.
What should I check before buying a used Infiniti QX30?
Before buying a used Infiniti QX30, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Safety Systems, Electrical System, Steering, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.
Does the QX30 have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2017-2019 Infiniti QX30. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 56 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-04-07.