Infiniti QX30 Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Infiniti QX30 has 6 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2017–2019; the most recent is 21V419000 (Jun 2, 2021) for steering, covering 2017 models. The 2017 model year has the most, with 4.
Recall repairs are free at Infiniti dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most QX30 recalls involve air bags (3), backup camera / back-over prevention (1) and seat belts (1).
Infiniti QX30 recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | backup camera / back-over prevention | 2019 QX30 recalls |
| 2018 | 3 | backup camera / back-over prevention, seat belts, air bags | 2018 QX30 recalls |
| 2017 | 4 | steering, air bags | 2017 QX30 recalls |
Biggest Infiniti QX30 recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
QX30 model years: 2018–2019
QX30 model years: 2017–2018
QX30 model years: 2017
QX30 model years: 2017
QX30 model years: 2017
All 6 Infiniti QX30 recalls (newest first)
Jun 2, 202121V419000Steering2017
Component: Steering (gear box, shaft sector)
QX30 model years: 2017 · about 1,959 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PG1CF.
Sep 12, 201919V654000Backup camera / back-over prevention2018–2019
Component: Backup camera / back-over prevention (sensing system, camera)
QX30 model years: 2018–2019 · about 1,228,830 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
May 30, 201818V355000Seat belts2018
Component: Seat belts (front, anchorage)
QX30 model years: 2018 · about 6 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The bolt securing the right-hand side lower seat belt anchorage may have been incorrectly installed during production. This can result in the lower seat belt anchorage detaching in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with certain requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages", number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies, and number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: If the lower seat belt anchorage detaches in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a new retaining plate and secure the seat belt anchorage with a new anchor bolt, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Nov 1, 201717V691000Air bags2017–2018
Component: Air bags (frontal)
QX30 model years: 2017–2018 · about 17,507 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: 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. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.
Mar 6, 201717V143000Air bags2017
Component: Air bags (side/window)
QX30 model years: 2017 · about 79 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: 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. Owners may contact Infiniti customer Service at 1-800-662-6200.
Dec 28, 201616V939000Air bags2017
Component: Air bags (frontal, passenger side, inflator module)
QX30 model years: 2017 · about 509 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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 Crash Protection."
The risk: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
How to check if your QX30 has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Infiniti dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2019 Infiniti QX30 recall check.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Infiniti QX30 have?
6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Infiniti QX30 across model years 2017–2019. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 6. The 2017 model year has the most, with 4.
What is the latest Infiniti QX30 recall?
21V419000, filed with NHTSA on Jun 2, 2021: steering (gear box, shaft sector), covering 2017 QX30 models. The fix is free at Infiniti dealers.
What is the biggest Infiniti QX30 recall?
By vehicles covered, 19V654000 (Sep 12, 2019), a backup camera / back-over prevention campaign covering about 1,228,830 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the QX30.
How do I check if my Infiniti QX30 has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Infiniti dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Infiniti recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Infiniti dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the INFINITI QX30, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.