The Infiniti QX70 spans 2014–2018 with 8 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2015, 2017, 2014 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2018, 2016, 2014. It delivers up to 25 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Infiniti QX70 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2014 to 2018 across multiple generations.
How to read a Infiniti QX70 VIN — every digit explained
Every Infiniti QX70 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Infiniti and the country it was built in.
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this QX70.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your QX70, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Infiniti QX70 have?
The Infiniti QX70 has 8 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2018. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2015 Infiniti QX70 recalls 1
Fuel System, Gasoline
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
2014 Infiniti QX70 recalls 1
Fuel System, Gasoline
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Best and worst years for the Infiniti QX70
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 5 tracked years, the worst years are 2015, 2017, 2014 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2018, 2016, 2014.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 QX70 | Seats | Avoid | |
| 2015 QX70 | Service Brakes | Avoid | |
| 2016 QX70 | Air Bags | Best | |
| 2017 QX70 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2018 QX70 | — | Best |
What are the most common Infiniti QX70 problems?
The most-reported Infiniti QX70 problems are Seats (1 reports), Engine (2 reports) and Wheels (1 reports) — out of 21 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Infiniti QX70 specifications & dimensions
The 2014–2015 Infiniti QX70 measures 191″ long on a 114″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 4,321 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Infiniti QX70 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015 | 191″ | 76″ | 66″ | 114″ | 4,321 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Infiniti QX70 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the QX70 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 102 cu ft of passenger volume and 13 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Infiniti QX70 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Infiniti QX70 get?
The Infiniti QX70 returns up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $3,100/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2018 Infiniti QX70 (3L 6-cyl) gets 23 mpg combined and costs about $3,350/yr to fuel, emitting 387 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 3/10) — about $5,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 QX70 | 20 | 29 | $3,350 | 387 | 3/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2017 QX70 | 17 | 24 | $4,050 | 457 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2016 QX70 | 17 | 24 | $4,050 | 457 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2015 QX70 | 17 | 24 | $4,050 | 457 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2014 QX70 | 17 | 24 | $4,050 | 461 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl |
The 2014 Infiniti QX70 (5L 8-cyl) gets 16 mpg combined and costs about $4,800/yr to fuel, emitting 547 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10, smog 5/10) — about $13,000 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 QX70 | 14 | 20 | $4,800 | 547 | 5/10 | 5L 8-cyl |
The 2018 Infiniti QX70 (2L 4-cyl) gets 25 mpg combined and costs about $3,100/yr to fuel, emitting 349 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 3/10) — about $4,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 QX70 | 23 | 30 | $3,100 | 349 | 3/10 | 2L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the QX70 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this QX70's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Infiniti QX70 have? Power & range
The Infiniti QX70 is offered with 3 powertrains — 3L 6-cyl, 5L 8-cyl, 2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.0L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | RWD | Premium |
| V8 | 5.0L · 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | AWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.0L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S7) | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Infiniti QX70 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Infiniti QX70 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your QX70's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Infiniti QX70 cost to own?
A used Infiniti QX70 sells for a median of about $13,900 for a 2017 — most listed between $7,500 and $14,400, from 22 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 QX70 | $7,500–$14,400 | 10 | |
| 2015 QX70 | $7,999–$12,999 | 8 | |
| 2014 QX70 | $6,500–$12,411 | 4 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a QX70 is worth today, or browse used-market prices for SUVs.
A Infiniti QX70 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this QX70 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $15,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the QX70 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Infiniti QX70 to insure?
A Infiniti QX70 costs about $1,546 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 8% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (108, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the QX70's HLDI loss index. See Infiniti insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Infiniti QX70 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the QX70 yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Infiniti QX70 last?
A well-maintained Infiniti QX70 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Check your Infiniti QX70’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this QX70’s VIN free →All Infiniti QX70 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Infiniti QX70 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 QX70 | 0 | — | |
| 2017 QX70 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2016 QX70 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2015 QX70 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2014 QX70 | 2 recalls | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the QX70?
By owner-complaint volume, 2015, 2017, 2014 drew the most reports. 2018, 2016, 2014 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the QX70 have?
8 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2018. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Infiniti recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the QX70 get?
Up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a QX70 last?
A well-maintained QX70 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the QX70 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the QX70 is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Infiniti QX70 warranty?
New Infiniti models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 6 years / 70,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Infiniti dealer.
Where is the Infiniti QX70 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your QX70's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Infiniti may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the QX70 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.