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2017 Infiniti Q60 Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2017 Infiniti Q60 carries 1 open NHTSA recall — most recently covering fuel pump. Owners report 7 recurring issue clusters, led by “Engine internal failure with metal debris and coolant loss.” Infiniti manuals split service into Schedule 1 (severe — short trips, city traffic, extreme temperatures) and Schedule 2 (easy highway use). Most US drivers honestly belong on Schedule 1: oil every 5,000 miles. The VQ V6s that power most of the lineup are chain-driven and durable when the oil stays fresh. The two things owners skip at their peril: CVT fluid on QX50/QX60 (extended intervals are how these transmissions die) and oil discipline on the twin-turbo VR30 in Q50/Q60 Red Sport.

1 Open Recall

Source: NHTSA

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign #17V476000 · Jul 27, 2017

Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to stall while driving.

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and Infiniti dealers will reprogram the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Recall data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2017 Infiniti Q60.

Reported to NHTSA

Engine internal failure with metal debris and coolant loss

ENGINE

5 NHTSA complaints · 2022-08 → 2026-05

“Engine failed, metal shavings in oil pan and disappearing coolant in the last year. out of warranty and extended warranty denied my replacement engine, they want 36k for an engine and turbos”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11505310
“Engine threw a main bearing around 80 thousand miles in 2023, car was not modified other than different muffler on the back and aftermarket wheels and tires which has nothing to do with the engine”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11670882
“Coolant was found to be leaking into cylinders past head gaskets. After head gasket replacement, engine broke down on highway and car was towed to dealership. Catastrophic overheat damage in lower end. Engine long block was replaced to correct”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11482093

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Turbocharger failure and loss of power

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 NHTSA complaints · 2023-08 → 2026-04

“The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, with the check engine warning light illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11713748
“1. The engine and turbos failed making the car un-driveable. 2. My safety was put at risk because I had to immediately pull my car off the road in fear that my car would completely fail or catch fire”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11535785
“Car malfunction light comes on spontaneously and runs rough and losses power and rpm can go to 4 at 35 mph and usually happens when car is idling parked for a little while”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11653939

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Passenger seat occupant sensor failure

AIR BAGS

7 NHTSA complaints · 2022-10 → 2025-10

“Airbag Occupant Sensor for passenger seat ceased to function. "Passenger Airbag Off" indicator light remains on even with passenger in seat. Check airbag light in dash remains lit. Took car to infiniti dealership to diagnose”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11571566
“OCS passenger seat weight sensor failed. Dealership verified this. They say to repair will be $8000 to replace whole seat”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11578430
“The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the seat air bag sensor, requiring the entire passenger’s side seat to be replaced”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11550838

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Engine shutdown while driving at highway speed

ENGINE

2 NHTSA complaints · 2017-03 → 2017-11

“I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN. THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND NO POWER”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11044169
“WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, THE ENGINE TURNED OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE ECO-MODE LIGHTS CAME ON WITH "SYSTEM FAILURE" WARNING. I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO THE BREAKDOWN LANE. THE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART RIGHT AWAY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10966290

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Steering pull and drift at speed

STEERING

3 NHTSA complaints · 2018-08 → 2021-03

“THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD DRIFT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE STRAIGHT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11403237
“CAR CONSTANTLY PULLS TO RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE . IF I AM NOT HOLDING THE STEERING WHEEL FIRMLY IT WILL DRAG ME TO EITHER SIDE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11352096

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Run-flat tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts

TIRES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2018-07 → 2021-07

“The tire developed a bubble in the sidewall. The tire is just over a year old and has less than 1,000 miles on it. All driving is on city roads/interstate. The car has not hit any potholes, curbs, or had any other damage”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11426014
“I HAVE GOTTEN 5 FLAT TIRES WITHIN A AVERAGE OF 3800 MILES FROM POT HOLES. THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR AND IS HAZARDOUS AS WELL. EVEN THE SMALLEST POT HOLE CAN CAUSE THE TIRE'S SIDE WALL TO BLOW OUT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11115792
“THE CONSUMER STATED 5 TIRES WERE REPLACED IN 2 MONTHS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT OFFER A SOLUTION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11103289

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Sunroof and door glass shattering without impact

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 NHTSA complaints · 2017-05 → 2017-12

“ABOUT 30 SECONDS TO A MINUTE LATER HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION LIKE A TIRE BLOWOUT THEN A LOT OF ROAD NOISE AND WIND. I PULLED OVER AND STOPPED TO FIND OUT MY SUNROOF GLASS WAS MOSTLY GONE, BROKEN INTO SMALL FRAGMENTS AND A HOLE BLOWN THROUGH”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10991751
“WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR TO TALK TO MY REALTOR AT THE BUSINESS LOCATION, I ROLLED THE PASSENGER WINDOW DOWN (DRIVER'S SIDE STILL UP) AFTER TALKING FOR ABOUT 20 SECONDS I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW EXPLODED/SHATTERED. I WASN'T DRIVING, THE CAR HAD STOPPED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11053656

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 13, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 13, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 5,000 mi

Every 5,000 miles under Schedule 1 (most US driving); 7,500 on the easy-use Schedule 2. VQ engines tolerate a lot but reward fresh oil with quiet chains and clean variable-timing operation. VR30 twin-turbo: treat 5,000 as the ceiling.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 5,000 mi

Rotate with every oil change. Staggered-fitment sport models (G37S, Q60) can't rotate front-to-rear — budget rear tires accordingly.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

CVT Fluid (QX50 / QX60)

Every 60,000 mi

CVT-equipped models: replace fluid around 60,000 miles — sooner with towing or hot-climate city driving. Use only Nissan NS-spec CVT fluid. This is the single most skipped, most expensive-to-skip item on modern Infiniti SUVs.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$360–$500

Shop

~$255–$355

DIY

~$80–$180

CVT fluid is manufacturer-specific and pricey — do NOT substitute conventional ATF.

Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect pads, rotors, and lines at every service. Akebono-caliper sport packages wear pads unevenly if the slide hardware isn't serviced — have it cleaned and lubricated with pad changes.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace around 30,000 miles. Twin-intake VQ and VR engines use two filters — replace both, not just the easy one.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Brake Fluid

Every 30,000 mi

Replace roughly every 30,000 miles or 2 years — Infiniti pairs it with major services. Sport models driven hard should err toward the 2-year mark.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (7/9-speed)

Every 60,000 mi

Conventional automatics (G35/G37/Q50 RWD 7-speed, QX80 9-speed): fluid service around 60,000 miles under severe use keeps shifts clean. Matic-S/Matic-D spec fluid only.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Spark Plugs

Every 105,000 mi

Iridium plugs rated to 105,000 miles. On transverse VQ models (older QX60, JX35) the rear bank hides under the intake plenum — pay the labor once, at the full interval.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 15,000 mi

Replace about every 15,000 miles; behind the glovebox on most models.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Long-Life Coolant

Every 75,000 mi

First replacement at 75,000 miles / 5 years (Nissan blue long-life), then about every 4 years after. Genuine or NS-spec coolant only — mixing types gels.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Drive Belt Inspection

Every 60,000 mi

Inspect from 60,000 miles; replace on cracking, glazing, or tensioner noise. VQ accessory belts announce their age with a cold-start chirp.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$195–$235

Shop

~$135–$165

DIY

~$20–$50

DIY-friendly if you can reach the tensioner. Inspect for cracks rather than swap on a strict mileage interval.

Battery Test & Service

Every 25,000 mi

Test annually after year 3. Intelligent-Key and always-on telematics draw at rest — weak batteries show up first as slow push-button starts.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$225–$390

Shop

~$160–$280

DIY

~$130–$250

Most auto-parts stores test and install batteries free with purchase. Skip the dealer markup.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

11 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

2

complaints mentioning a crash

0

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2017 Infiniti Q60 reflects INFINITI's published service intervals and the Schedule 1 / Schedule 2 Maintenance system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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