2015 Infiniti QX60: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
Carries over the troublesome first-design CVT - shudder and transmission failures persist alongside the Takata airbag recall. The valve body was revised this year but problems still cluster here. 3 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2015 Infiniti QX60 listed at $42,400 base MSRP (Base trim, before options and destination).
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Carries over the troublesome first-design CVT - shudder and transmission failures persist alongside the Takata airbag recall. The valve body was revised this year but problems still cluster here.
Sources (6)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=infiniti&model=qx60…
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/infiniti/qx60
- markreganauto.comhttps://markreganauto.com/infiniti-qx60-years-to-avoid/
- motorbiscuit.comhttps://www.motorbiscuit.com/2022-infiniti-qx60-review-classy-three-row-suv-m…
- thedrive.comhttps://www.thedrive.com/car-reviews/2023-infiniti-qx60-review-specs-price-op…
- infinitiofakron.comhttps://www.infinitiofakron.com/blog/infiniti-qx60-review-pros-cons-reliability
Known issues
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Xtronic CVT shudder and judder under low-speed acceleration progressing to slipping, hesitation, stalling and in many cases complete transmission failure requiring replacement - the dominant complaint of these launch years, linked to the original valve-body design (revised from 2015).
widespread · 98 NHTSA complaints · typically 30k–90k miles · transmission
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Takata front airbag inflator recall - the inflator can rupture and spray metal fragments; confirm the free recall repair was completed.
commonly reported · 30 NHTSA complaints · other
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Engine complaints including stalling and idle/throttle-response problems reported alongside the transmission faults.
occasional · 21 NHTSA complaints · engine
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=infiniti&model=qx60…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=infiniti&model=qx60…
Recalls & safety
Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.
Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Genuine luxury cabin with soft-touch materials and a quiet, comfortable ride for the class.
- Smooth 3.5L V6 with adequate power and top crash-test scores.
- Standard three rows with an adult-accessible second and third row and easy family practicality.
- Strong used-market value once the early CVT years are avoided.
Cons
- Premium-leaning running costs: above-average insurance and luxury-brand service.
- Numb, heavy steering and soft handling make it feel large and clumsy in corners.
- The Xtronic CVT is the generation’s weak point - shudder and failures concentrated in 2014-2015, improving later but still fluid-service sensitive.
- Takata airbag recalls affect early model years - verify the recall was completed.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $42,400 | discontinued | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2015-infiniti-qx60-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at base MSRP, before options and destination charges.
The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/infiniti-qx60/resale-value
Cost to own
| Repairs (rises with mileage) | ≈ $600–650/yr |
| Expected lifespan | ~250k miles |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/infiniti/qx60
- insurance.comhttps://www.insurance.com/vehicles/infiniti-insurance/infiniti-qx60-car-insur…
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2015 Infiniti QX60 have?
Documented issue patterns include: Xtronic CVT shudder and judder under low-speed acceleration progressing to slipping, hesitation, stalling and in many cases complete transmission failure requiring replacement - the dominant complaint of these launch years, linked to the original valve-body design (revised from 2015); Takata front airbag inflator recall - the inflator can rupture and spray metal fragments; confirm the free recall repair was completed; Engine complaints including stalling and idle/throttle-response problems reported alongside the transmission faults. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2015 Infiniti QX60 reliable?
Carries over the troublesome first-design CVT - shudder and transmission failures persist alongside the Takata airbag recall. The valve body was revised this year but problems still cluster here.
How much did the 2015 Infiniti QX60 cost new?
$42,400 base MSRP for the Base, before options and destination charges.
Is the Infiniti QX60 expensive to maintain?
Estimated repairs run roughly $600–650/year as mileage climbs.
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