1998 INFINITI QX4

2 recalls, 46 complaints - 95 TSBs

11V244000 Apr 20, 2011
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect Description
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, ... Read more
Consequence
THE STRUT HOUSING MAY CRACK AND PULL AWAY FROM THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. THIS MAY LEAD TO GRINDING NOISES, INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, AND POSSIBLY THE STEERING COLUMN TO BREAK, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
195,991 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
07V435000 Sep 18, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIR... Read more
Consequence
THIS MAY RESULT IN SURFACE RUST BUT NOT PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. HOWEVER, IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, IF A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL, CORROSION MAY OCCUR TO A DEGREE WHICH RESULTS IN PERFORATION OF T... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
372,250 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

46 total complaints 11 crashes 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STEERING6
SUSPENSION4
SUSPENSION:FRONT4
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
STRUCTURE:BODY3
AIR BAGS2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP2
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 9, 2019
Incident date: Jul 8, 2019
WHEN YOU LET OFF THE GAS PEDDLE THE REAREND STARTS A VIOLENTLY SHAKEING BACK AND FORTH AND WILL CAUSE YOU TO DRIVE OVER SOMETHING OR SOMEONE DUE TO DEFECTIVE BUSHINGS!!!HOW CAN THEY SELL US CRAP THAT CAN COST THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE AND NOT HONOR A RECALL ON REAR BUSHINGS...I NEARLY SHUT DOWN T... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION Aug 9, 2019
Incident date: Jul 8, 2019
WHEN YOU LET OFF THE GAS PEDDLE THE REAREND STARTS A VIOLENTLY SHAKEING BACK AND FORTH AND WILL CAUSE YOU TO DRIVE OVER SOMETHING OR SOMEONE DUE TO DEFECTIVE BUSHINGS!!!HOW CAN THEY SELL US CRAP THAT CAN COST THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE AND NOT HONOR A RECALL ON REAR BUSHINGS...I NEARLY SHUT DOWN T... Read more
Crash
STEERING Sep 7, 2018
Incident date: Jul 31, 2018
I BROUGHT MY TRUCK IN FOR A RECALL WITH STRUT TOWER AND CHASSY,THEY PATCHED TBE CHASSY UP,WHEN I WENT TO PICK IT UP I DIDN'T GET 5 MINUTES UP THE ROAD AND IT WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT HARD AND SHAKING AST 40TO 50MPH,IT'S A DRIVING HAZARD,I BROUGHT IT RIGHT BACK THEY DID AN ALIGNMENT ON IT,CALLED ME A... Read more
STEERING May 4, 2016
Incident date: Apr 29, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION AND THA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 4, 2016
Incident date: Apr 29, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION AND THA... Read more
WHEELS Sep 1, 2014
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WELL HAS RUSTED SO THAT NOW THE WHEEL WELL IS STARTING TO REST ON THE DRIVESHAFT. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY Sep 1, 2014
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL WELL HAS RUSTED SO THAT NOW THE WHEEL WELL IS STARTING TO REST ON THE DRIVESHAFT. *TR
AIR BAGS Nov 21, 2013
Incident date: Nov 9, 2013
ON NOV.9 I WAS DRIVING HOME ON PATTERSONMILL RD. IN BARNWELL SC. A BUCK DEER HIT MY 1998 INFINITI QX4 I WENT OFF ROAD N HIT A TREE CUTTING IN HALF I WAS ABLE TO KICK OUT WINDSHIELD CRAWD OUT WENT TO NEIGHBORS HOME SHE CALLED FOR HELP MOREL TO STORY I HAVE A CRACK IN SKULL UNDER EYE CONTUSION AND CON... Read more
Crash 1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY Aug 6, 2013
Incident date: Aug 5, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000. UPDATED 9/4/13 *CN
SUSPENSION Aug 25, 2012
Incident date: Aug 25, 2012
I RECENTLY BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND IT WAS DRIVING FINE AT LOW SPEEDS, BUT UNTIL I ACCELERATED OVER 40MPH THE REAR BACK WAS SWERVING LEFT TO RIGHT AFTER I RELEASE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS. ALMOST HAD 4 CRASHES. SOMETHING IN THE REAR IS MAKING THE CAR SWERVE LIKE ITS LOSING TRACTION BUT ONLY WHEN IT'S... Read more
STEERING Aug 25, 2012
Incident date: Aug 25, 2012
I RECENTLY BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND IT WAS DRIVING FINE AT LOW SPEEDS, BUT UNTIL I ACCELERATED OVER 40MPH THE REAR BACK WAS SWERVING LEFT TO RIGHT AFTER I RELEASE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS. ALMOST HAD 4 CRASHES. SOMETHING IN THE REAR IS MAKING THE CAR SWERVE LIKE ITS LOSING TRACTION BUT ONLY WHEN IT'S... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT Oct 14, 2011
Incident date: Oct 1, 2011
1998 INFINITI QX4. CONSUMER WRITES IN DISCONTENT CONCERNING RECALL REPAIRS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER NEVER INFORMED HER IT WOULD TAKE AN EXTENDED AMOUNT OF TIME TO FIX THE STRUT TOWER. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER HAD HER VEHICLE FOR THREE WEEKS. FINALLY, THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER, ... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR Sep 9, 2011
Incident date: Sep 9, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIFTING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. THE CONTACT HAD TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN IN ORDER TO STOP THE DRIFTING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE REAR SPRING AND ... Read more
STEERING Jun 27, 2011
Incident date: Apr 15, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL ASSOCIATED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V244000 (STEERING:COLUMN). AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED TO WAIT FOR AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER TO ARRIVE IN THE MAIL. AN O... Read more
STEERING Jun 12, 2011
Incident date: May 10, 2011
AS I PASSED THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE WENT THROUGH A RED LIGHT. I TRIED TO VEER TO AVOID HIM, BUT THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. AS A RESULT OF THIS EQUIPMENT FAILURE, THE CAR STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED. AFTER MY CAR WAS SCRAPPED, I RECEIVED THE SAFETY RECALL NOTICE.
Crash
SUSPENSION Jun 12, 2011
Incident date: May 10, 2011
AS I PASSED THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE WENT THROUGH A RED LIGHT. I TRIED TO VEER TO AVOID HIM, BUT THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. AS A RESULT OF THIS EQUIPMENT FAILURE, THE CAR STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED. AFTER MY CAR WAS SCRAPPED, I RECEIVED THE SAFETY RECALL NOTICE.
Crash
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Jun 12, 2011
Incident date: May 10, 2011
AS I PASSED THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, A VEHICLE WENT THROUGH A RED LIGHT. I TRIED TO VEER TO AVOID HIM, BUT THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. AS A RESULT OF THIS EQUIPMENT FAILURE, THE CAR STRUCK MY VEHICLE AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED. AFTER MY CAR WAS SCRAPPED, I RECEIVED THE SAFETY RECALL NOTICE.
Crash
SUSPENSION May 28, 2011
Incident date: Aug 20, 2010
HAD A RECALL ON OUR CAR AND WHEN WE CALLED TO TELL THEM WE HAD IT FIXED THEY WANTED US TO TAKE IT TO THEIR DEALER WHICH THE CLOSEST ONE TO US IS OVER 300 MILES AND IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO DO I AM ON DISABILITY AND CAN BARLEY SURVIVE ON WHAT I GET AND THERE IS NO WAY POSSIBLE FOR ME TO BE ABLE TO AFFO... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE May 28, 2011
Incident date: Aug 20, 2010
HAD A RECALL ON OUR CAR AND WHEN WE CALLED TO TELL THEM WE HAD IT FIXED THEY WANTED US TO TAKE IT TO THEIR DEALER WHICH THE CLOSEST ONE TO US IS OVER 300 MILES AND IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO DO I AM ON DISABILITY AND CAN BARLEY SURVIVE ON WHAT I GET AND THERE IS NO WAY POSSIBLE FOR ME TO BE ABLE TO AFFO... Read more
STEERING May 28, 2011
Incident date: Aug 20, 2010
HAD A RECALL ON OUR CAR AND WHEN WE CALLED TO TELL THEM WE HAD IT FIXED THEY WANTED US TO TAKE IT TO THEIR DEALER WHICH THE CLOSEST ONE TO US IS OVER 300 MILES AND IMPOSSIBLE FOR US TO DO I AM ON DISABILITY AND CAN BARLEY SURVIVE ON WHAT I GET AND THERE IS NO WAY POSSIBLE FOR ME TO BE ABLE TO AFFO... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Apr 19, 2011
Incident date: Apr 19, 2011
STRUCTURE FRAME FRONT DRIVERS SIDE. EXCESSIVE NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. FRAME RUBBING ON THE STEERING SHAFT FROM CORROSION DUE TO POOR DESIGN. SAFETY CONCERNS WHEEL SECTION COULD SEPARATE FROM FRAME CAUSING SEVERE INJURY TO OCCUPANTS OR OTHERS. CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF FRAME COULD OCCU... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Jan 13, 2011
Incident date: Dec 25, 2010
FRAME FAILURE ON INFINITI QX4 AND NISSAN PATHFINDER; MODEL YEARS 1997-2001. FRAME FAILURE ON INFINITI AND NISSAN VEHICLES; FAILURE IN MANUFACTURING TO ADEQUATELY PROTECT FROM ABNORMAL CORROSION AND ROT, THE FRAME, UNDERCARRIAGE AND MOUNTING BRACKETS OF NISSAN AND INFINITI SUV VEHICLES. EXCESSIVE C... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Jan 13, 2011
Incident date: Dec 25, 2010
FRAME FAILURE ON INFINITI QX4 AND NISSAN PATHFINDER; MODEL YEARS 1997-2001. FRAME FAILURE ON INFINITI AND NISSAN VEHICLES; FAILURE IN MANUFACTURING TO ADEQUATELY PROTECT FROM ABNORMAL CORROSION AND ROT, THE FRAME, UNDERCARRIAGE AND MOUNTING BRACKETS OF NISSAN AND INFINITI SUV VEHICLES. EXCESSIVE C... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT Oct 8, 2009
Incident date: Oct 6, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LEFT STRUT APRON BROKE AND IT WAS COVERED WITH RUST WHICH CAUSED THE STEERING COUPLING TO SHEAR OFF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, HE TRIED TO MAKE A TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SERV... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT Jun 18, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
CONSUMER STATES THAT BEFORE THEY RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL NOTICE FOR THEIR 1998 INFINITI QX4, THEY HAD A PROBLEM WITH CORROSION. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD THE REPAIRS MADE ON THE LEAKING FUEL FILLER TUBE PRIOR TO RECEIVING THE RECALL. THE CONSUMERS MECHANIC STATED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE T... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Jun 18, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
CONSUMER STATES THAT BEFORE THEY RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL NOTICE FOR THEIR 1998 INFINITI QX4, THEY HAD A PROBLEM WITH CORROSION. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD THE REPAIRS MADE ON THE LEAKING FUEL FILLER TUBE PRIOR TO RECEIVING THE RECALL. THE CONSUMERS MECHANIC STATED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE T... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP May 4, 2009
Incident date: May 4, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 INIFINTI QX4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL FOR A REPAIR THAT WAS PERFORMED IN JUNE OF 2007 AT HIS EXPENSE. HE IS CURRENTLY SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIR; HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER WANTS TO ENSURE THAT THE REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED PROPERLY BEFORE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Jan 14, 2008
Incident date: Jan 14, 2008
RECALL NUMBER 07V435000 COVER PATHFINDER AND QX4 BUT INFINITI WILL ONLY AUTHORIZE REPAIR AT INFINITI DEALERSHIP WHICH IS 2 HOURS AWAY. NISSAN DEALERSHIP IS ONLY MINUTES AWAY AND CAN DO REPAIR BUT INFINITI WON'T PREAUTHORIZE IT. *TR
TIRES May 24, 2005
Incident date: Apr 7, 2005
MY INFINITY 1998 QX4 HAS ABOUT 88000 MILES I BOUGHT A DEMO IN JAN "99 RECENTLY I HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT A COST OF $3000.00. I TOOK IT TO A NISSAN DEALER BUT THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT WARANTY IT BECAUSE IT WAS AN INFINITY SO I TOOK IT TO AN AAMCO. WHO WARANTEED IT FOR I YEAR.I MUST HAVE CH... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION May 24, 2005
Incident date: Apr 7, 2005
MY INFINITY 1998 QX4 HAS ABOUT 88000 MILES I BOUGHT A DEMO IN JAN "99 RECENTLY I HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT A COST OF $3000.00. I TOOK IT TO A NISSAN DEALER BUT THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT WARANTY IT BECAUSE IT WAS AN INFINITY SO I TOOK IT TO AN AAMCO. WHO WARANTEED IT FOR I YEAR.I MUST HAVE CH... Read more
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) May 28, 2003
Incident date: May 27, 2003
MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN OF TRANSFER CASE. EARLIER REPORT (SERVICE BULLETIN NUMBER ITB99049FILED WITH NHTSA DOCUMENTED A WHINING NOISE FROM TRANSFER CASE.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT Mar 9, 2001
WHENEVER ABS BRAKES WERE APPLIED, WOULD MAKE A CLUNKING SOUND. PROBLEM INTERMITTENT. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND INFORMED BY MECHANIC THAT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE LOCATED. OWNER FELT IT SOUNDED LIKE "U" JOINT WENT OUT.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Mar 9, 2001
WHENEVER ABS BRAKES WERE APPLIED, WOULD MAKE A CLUNKING SOUND. PROBLEM INTERMITTENT. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND INFORMED BY MECHANIC THAT PROBLEM COULD NOT BE LOCATED. OWNER FELT IT SOUNDED LIKE "U" JOINT WENT OUT.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Feb 29, 2000
Incident date: Jan 2, 2000
GAS PEDAL DOES NOT GO DOWN WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED. IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WHEN DEPRESSED WITH MORE FORCE. SOMETHING IS STUCK IN THE LINKAGE. DEALER (JEFF) ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VEHICLE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 27, 1999
Incident date: Nov 26, 1999
ON 7 SEPERATE OCCASIONS OVER THE PAST YEAR THE CAR HAS ACCELLERATED SUDDENLY WHILE DRIVER WAS ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. THE THROTTLING EFFECT HAS OCCURRED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS BETWEEN 5 AND 50 MPH, BUT ALWAYS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. THE PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE FIRST MONTH OF OWNERSHIP. ON ONE OC... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER Sep 30, 1999
Incident date: Feb 1, 1998
REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS FAILED. *YC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: May 1, 1999
DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED REPAIRS OF EMISSION SYSTEM. PROBLEMS STILL KEEP OCCURRING. ADDITIONALLY, AFTER DEALER ROTATED AND BALANCED WHEELS/TIRES, VEHICLE NOW HAS DISTINCT SHIMMY, BRAKE PROBLEMS, AND RAPPING IN STEERING SHAFT. AN INDEPENDENT CHECK REVEALED AND REPAIRED WHEEL BALANCE AS INCORRECT WEIGH... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: May 1, 1999
DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED REPAIRS OF EMISSION SYSTEM. PROBLEMS STILL KEEP OCCURRING. ADDITIONALLY, AFTER DEALER ROTATED AND BALANCED WHEELS/TIRES, VEHICLE NOW HAS DISTINCT SHIMMY, BRAKE PROBLEMS, AND RAPPING IN STEERING SHAFT. AN INDEPENDENT CHECK REVEALED AND REPAIRED WHEEL BALANCE AS INCORRECT WEIGH... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: May 1, 1999
DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED REPAIRS OF EMISSION SYSTEM. PROBLEMS STILL KEEP OCCURRING. ADDITIONALLY, AFTER DEALER ROTATED AND BALANCED WHEELS/TIRES, VEHICLE NOW HAS DISTINCT SHIMMY, BRAKE PROBLEMS, AND RAPPING IN STEERING SHAFT. AN INDEPENDENT CHECK REVEALED AND REPAIRED WHEEL BALANCE AS INCORRECT WEIGH... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: May 1, 1999
DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED REPAIRS OF EMISSION SYSTEM. PROBLEMS STILL KEEP OCCURRING. ADDITIONALLY, AFTER DEALER ROTATED AND BALANCED WHEELS/TIRES, VEHICLE NOW HAS DISTINCT SHIMMY, BRAKE PROBLEMS, AND RAPPING IN STEERING SHAFT. AN INDEPENDENT CHECK REVEALED AND REPAIRED WHEEL BALANCE AS INCORRECT WEIGH... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE Jun 9, 1999
Incident date: Feb 4, 1999
VEHICLE EXPERIENCE SUDDEN ACELATION WHILE BACK OUT OF PARKING SPACE OF PARKING LOT; VEHICLE CAUSES DAMAGETO FENCE AND STAIRS LEADING TO BLDG. ALSO CAUSES THE VEHILE TO ROLLOVER. CONSUMER RECEIVES MINOR INJURIES. MFR. NOTIFIED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Jan 20, 1999
Incident date: Jan 16, 1999
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THEY WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORBOARD. ALSO, ACCELERATOR GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A GARAGE. *AK
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS Jan 20, 1999
Incident date: Jan 16, 1999
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THEY WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORBOARD. ALSO, ACCELERATOR GOT STUCK, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO RUN INTO A GARAGE. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS Dec 10, 1998
Incident date: Oct 21, 1998
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION RESULTING IN COLLISION WITH MULTIPLE VEHICLES, NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG DURING COLLISION.
Crash 1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Dec 10, 1998
Incident date: Oct 21, 1998
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION RESULTING IN COLLISION WITH MULTIPLE VEHICLES, NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG DURING COLLISION.
Crash 1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 6, 1998
WHILE LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE AND FOUND IT, TURNED INTO IT AND THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED, HITTING ANOTHER AUTOMOBILE THAT WAS PARKED, DRIVING IT UP ON A GRASS HILL. VECHICLE DID NOT STOP. *AK
Crash

Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 INFINITI QX4

95 manufacturer communications from 79 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT11
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
020000 SUSPENSION5
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5
160000 STRUCTURE5
140000 AIR BAGS4
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY3
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE3
ITB09-039J Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB09-039J Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB13-007H Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB13-007H Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB10-067C Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB16-006A Mar 24, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFINITI; FRONT SONAR PARKING SENSOR SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB19-008 Apr 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
EXTERIOR CLEANING INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION When cleaning the exterior of an Infiniti vehicle, damage may occur when using a cleaner with too high of an alkaline concentration. - Always refer to the Appearance and care section of
ITB18-037 Oct 24, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
PLASTIC INTERIOR TRIM PROTECTIVE COVERING REMOVAL SERVICE INFORMATION Vehicles are delivered with plastic interior trim protective covering on the front and rear seats, front and rear door panel finishers, steering wheel, and sun visors
ITB18-037 Oct 24, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
PLASTIC INTERIOR TRIM PROTECTIVE COVERING REMOVAL SERVICE INFORMATION Vehicles are delivered with plastic interior trim protective covering on the front and rear seats, front and rear door panel finishers, steering wheel, and sun visors
ITB18-034 Oct 12, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION & ENGINE AUTOMATED DATA COLLECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC REPORTING SERVICE INFORMATION To support proper diagnosis and to promote Fixed-Right-First-Time ? Infiniti may review CONSULT-III plus (CIII plus) data relating to vehicle o
Infiniti USA Ret Oct 9, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Infiniti USA Electronic Field Communication Subject: Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report Lists Updated The lists for each retailer?s Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report has been updated today in DBS. We made our best effort to rea
Infiniti USA Tak Oct 2, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Infiniti USA Electronic Field Communication Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q3 INFINITI is continuing to ask its retailers to urgently help increase customer participation in the Takata recalls to help it achieve 100% custom
IPSB18-218 Retai Sep 28, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
DBS Enhancement: Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report INFINITI announced the availability of a new DBS enhancement tool to the Service > Campaign screen: Retailed Vehicle Open Campaign Report on July 9, 2018, which identifies owner cont
ITB01-024e Apr 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
NEW PAINT GUARD FILM REMOVAL INFORMATION This bulletin applies only to new, unsold vehicles with Paint Guard Film in Dealer Stock. This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and mo
IPSB17-130 Mar 7, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
DBS Enhancement: Custom VIN Campaign Report INFINITI is pleased to announce the availability of a new DBS enhancement to the Service > Campaign screen: Custom VIN Campaign Report. The tool identifies open campaigns on a customized VIN li
ITB18-003 Jan 23, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
REDUCED VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY LABEL (REGULATORY REQUIREMENT) This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with dealer installed or VPC installed accessories. SERVICE INFORMATION The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA
ITB09-039e Nov 29, 2017
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended to apply to the latest models and model years. Also, warranty information on pages 1 and 8 has been updated. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bul
ITB17-009a Nov 29, 2017
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended to apply to the latest models and model years, and warranty information on page 2 has been updated. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of thi
ITB00-024g Nov 28, 2017
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BRAKE NOISE/JUDDER/PEDAL FEEL DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR This bulletin has been amended to include vehicles built up to the publication date. Also, tips for using the ProCut? brake lathe were added on page 8, and a Brake Noise Diagnostic Works
ITB09-015h Jul 7, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
12 VOLT BATTERY STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE FOR NEW VEHICLES IN RETAILER INVENTORY This bulletin has been amended throughout. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
ITB00031D Jan 16, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
ITB00031D Jan 16, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
ITB00031D Jan 16, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
ITB08024C Jan 27, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF,
ITB-08-024A Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
INFINITI: SRS PRECAUTIONS DURING SERVICE. INCLUDED IN THE RESTRAINTS SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE MANUAL (ESM) FOR EACH VEHICLE IS INFORMATION NECESSARY TO SERVICE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) SAFELY. IMPROPER MAINTENANC
ITB08024C Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF,
ITB11041G Dec 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Infiniti is conducting a voluntary safety recall campaign on certain model year 1997 - 2003 QX4 vehicles that are currently registered in Salt States to inspect for corrosion, and if necessary repair the front strut housing panels. In
ITB-11-041 Dec 20, 2013
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
NISSAN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. 1997-2004 QX4. IN STATES WHERE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED IN THE WINTER, THE FRONT DRIVER?S SIDE STRUT HOUSING CAN DEVELOP CORROSION THAT MAY CAUSE DAMAG
ITB92069D Aug 27, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Infiniti Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Infiniti design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Ge
ITB92069D Aug 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Infiniti Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Infiniti design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Ge
ITB04038A Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
ITB04038A Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
ITB04038A Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
ITB00024F Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake issues fall into th
ITB00024F Jul 23, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake issues fall into th
ITB00024F Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake issues fall into th
ITB98011F Jun 7, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed sel
ITB-13-12 Apr 3, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
INFINITI: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON LOCATED ON OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES OF VEHICLES CAN BE DISABLED (OR ENABLED) THROUGH EITHER THE "COMFORT & CONV" SETTI
ITB99001A Mar 19, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition wh
ITB-11-049-B Jul 6, 2012
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
INFINITI: REPROGRAMMING ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) ON ALL QUALIFYING VEHICLES. NO MODELS LISTED. MODEL YEARS 1998-2013. *PE
RCB-11-039-E Jun 8, 2012
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
INFINITI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN VEHICLES REGISTERED IN STATES WHERE CONCENTRATION OF ROAD IS USED, AN INSPECTION FOR CORROSION AND REPAIR, IF NECESSARY, ON FRONT HOUSING PANELS. SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN. MO
ITB-09-050 Sep 30, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
INFINITI: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/BLINKING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB
ITB-09-062 Nov 17, 2009
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
INFINITI: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. NO APPLIED VEHICLES AFFECTED: ALL MODELS; NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
ITB-09-020 Apr 6, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
INFINITI: ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT DAMAGE CAN RESULT FROM IMPROPER BATTERY CONNECTION. THE BATTERY IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
ITB-09-020 Apr 6, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
INFINITI: ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT DAMAGE CAN RESULT FROM IMPROPER BATTERY CONNECTION. THE BATTERY IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
ITB99048A Nov 7, 2003
350000 EQUIPMENT
THE INFINITI INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER SYSTEM. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 1996-2004 I30/I35; 2004 Q45; 2004 M45. *TT
ITB99016B Aug 5, 2003
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 G35. *TT
03019 Mar 24, 2003
350000 EQUIPMENT
AVAILABLE TOOL; J-45738 TRANSMISSION JACK ADAPTER. *TT
ITB02023 Apr 10, 2002
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING ROOF CONSOLE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY READING INACCURATELY. *TT
ITB02023 Apr 10, 2002
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
INFORMATION REGARDING CONSOLE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY READING INACCURATELY. *TT
ITB02011 Mar 5, 2002
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
INFORMATION REGARDING CLUNK NOISE FROM TRANSFER CASE. *YH
ITB99039B Jan 22, 2002
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
ITB99039B Jan 22, 2002
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE. *SLC
ITB01025A Oct 3, 2001
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 - P0306 STORED. *TT
ITB97026A Jul 10, 2001
020000 SUSPENSION
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUSPENSION BOTTOMING OUT. *YH
ITB01025 Jul 1, 2001
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0300 - P0306 STORED. *TT
ITB01025 Jul 1, 2001
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
INFORMATION REGARDING FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300-P0306 STORED. *YH
ITB01039 Jun 19, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING ESSENTIAL TOOL: INNER TIE ROD WRENCHES. *YH
ITB01023 Jun 18, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR AXLE BEARING REMOVAL KIT. *YH
ITB99016A May 2, 2001
150000 SEAT BELTS
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
ITB98007A May 1, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING IDLER PULLEY NOISE (AMENDMENT). *YD
ITB010019 May 1, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING SUNGLASSES HOLDER LID WILL NOT OPEN/CLOSE PROPERLY. *YD
ITB01006 Feb 9, 2001
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT IDLE SPEED FLUCTUATION, INCORRECT IDLE SPEED, INCREASED ACCELERATOR PEDAL RESISTANCE, DIFFICULTY ACCELERATING SMOOTHLY FROM A STOP. *TT
ITB01006 Feb 9, 2001
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING IDLE SPEED FLUCTUATION; INCORRECT IDLE SPEED; INCREASED ACCELERATOR PEDAL RESISTANCE AND / OR DIFFICULTY ACCELERATING SMOOTHLY FROM A STOP. *TT
ITB99039A Sep 18, 2000
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING INFINITI REVISED TPS (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR) ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
ITB00036 Jun 5, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING VG33E PISTON REPLACEMENT. *TT
ITB00021 Mar 14, 2000
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
VEHICLE'S MAY EXPERIENCE WIND/SQUEAK/POP NOISE FROM FRONT DOOR WINDOW AREA. *MJS
ITB00018 Mar 9, 2000
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SUN SHADE CLIPS BREAKING OR DEFORMING. *MJS
ITB99050A Feb 10, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SOME CUSTOMER MAY INDICATE THAT A LIGHT TICKING HUMMING NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR OF AN VEHICLE WHEN THE MOTOR IS RUN AT LOW FAN SPEEDS (SPEED 1 OR 2). *TT
ITB00007 Feb 1, 2000
135100 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE REAR VIEW MIRROR IS LOOSE OR FALLS OFF. *TT
ITB00002 Dec 15, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING SUNROOF RAIL ASSEMBLY REPAIR. *TT
ITB99055 Nov 29, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR07YXYW075013 MAY EXHIBIT HARD STARTING IN COLD TEMPERATURES AND HIGH ALTITUDES. *TT
ITB99053 Nov 8, 1999
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
SUBJECT REGARDING WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLE SPRAY PATTERN ADJUSTMENT FOR VEHICLES WITH VARIOUS VIN RANGES. *TT
ITB99050 Oct 15, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LIGHT TICKING OR HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR WHEN THE MOTOR IS RUNNING AT LOW FAN SPEEDS (SPEED 1 OR 2). *TT
ITB99049 Sep 24, 1999
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR07YXW061373 MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE (BEARING) NOISE FROM THE TRANSFER CASE. *TT
ITB99048 Sep 21, 1999
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
THE INFINITI INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER SYSTEM. *TT
ITB98047A Sep 15, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR05Y*XW047868 MAY EXHIBIT A HARD TO START CONDITION AT HIGH ALTITUDE AND COLD CONDITIONS. *TT
ITB99042 Aug 26, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONCERNS WITH 4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHING ON CONTINUOUSLY. *TT
ITB99040 Aug 25, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR07Y0XW060101 MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM THE DOOR FINISHER OR THE TOP REAR EDGE OF THE DOOR. *TT
ITB98055A Jun 28, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING INTERIOR SQUEAK AND RATTLE REPAIR. *TT
ITB99033 Jun 17, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR05Y*XW050262 MAY EXHIBIT WIND NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR DOOR GLASS. *TT
ITB99027 May 10, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
ITB99016 Apr 15, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON VEHICLES MISSING THE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON. *TT
ITB99020 Apr 15, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JNRAR07YXW064216 MAY HAVE DIFFICULTIES WITH OPENING AND CLOSING REAR CUP HOLDER. *TT
ITB99018 Apr 15, 1999
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO JNRAR07Y*XW062797 MAY EXHIBIT A FUEL GAUGE THAT DOES NOT READ FULL AFTER THE TANK HAS BEEN FILLED. *TT
ITB99015 Apr 15, 1999
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURE CHANGE FOR REAR OXYGEN SENSOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE(DTC(S) AND THREE-WAY CATALYST DTC. *TT
ITB99021 Apr 15, 1999
160000 STRUCTURE
PROCEDURES ON REPLACING CARGO NET HOOKS. *TT
ITB99003 Mar 1, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH 02 SENSOR DTCS. *TT
ITB98060 Feb 15, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT STEERING SHIMMY WHILE DRIVEN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60 AND 70 MPH (W/O BRAKING). *TT
ITB98047 Jan 15, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY STARTING AT HIGH ELEVATION ( OVER 5,OOO FT. ) AND / OR LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AFTER A 4-6 HOUR COLD SOAK. *YC
98028A Nov 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM WARRANTY EXTENSION INFORMATION. *YC
98025 Jul 1, 1998
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSPECTION AFTER PASSENGER AIR BAG ACTIVATION. *YC
98026 Jul 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
EXHIBITING A WIND OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE ROOF RACK. *YC
98001 Mar 25, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
CONCERNS WITH PULL AND FRONT/REAR SUSPENSION EXCESSIVE PLAY. *YC
97008A Jan 21, 1998
034530 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL OR WHISTLE FROM THE FRONT HUB/BRAKE AREA. *YC

NHTSA Safety Investigations, INFINITI QX4

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE11004 Opened: Jan 28, 2011 , Closed: Jun 30, 2011
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1997
Frame/Body Structure Corrosion
In their Defect Information Report (DIR) of April 20, 2011, Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) notified NHTSA that it would conduct a safety recall of certain 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder and 1997-2003 Infinity QX4 vehicles to repair corrosion damage to the driver's side front strut tower.The vehicl... Read more

INFINITI QX4 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the INFINITI QX4 across all model years (1997, 2003).

23 Total Recalls
389 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
52 Reported Crashes
3 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

INFINITI QX4 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2006 0 1 View
2004 0 1 View
2003 4 25 View
2002 6 54 View
2001 4 93 View
2000 3 40 View
1999 2 69 View
1998 (current) 2 46
1997 2 60 View

Other INFINITI Models

Model Recalls Complaints
M45 138 372 View
M35 134 569 View
Q50 72 696 View
QX50 72 349 View
QX60 58 784 View
QX80 54 170 View
QX60 HYBRID 54 57 View
Q70 47 26 View