2017 Infiniti QX30: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Infiniti QX30: 4 recalls, 33 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
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Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V939000 · 2016 · 509 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: A passenger air bag that fails to deploy in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V143000 · 2017 · 79 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the air bag fails to deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side curtain air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V691000 · 2017 · 17,507 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018.
Steering, Steering Vehicle recall #21V419000 · 2021 · 1,959 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (11): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Electrical (8): the most common themes are warning light on (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Steering (7): the most common themes are steering problems (7).
- Transmission & drivetrain (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), warning light on (2).
The 2017 Infiniti QX30 has 33 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 3 QX30 model years for complaints (1.6× the average QX30 year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 25,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (24 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Infiniti QX30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Infiniti QX30. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Infiniti QX30 problems?
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (11), electrical (8), steering (7).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Infiniti QX30 get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Infiniti QX30 repair manual?
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