2000 INFINITI QX4 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
40
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
5
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2000 INFINITI QX4
The 2000 INFINITI QX4 has received a total of 40 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:FRONT, STEERING:COLUMN, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Nissan North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Structurebody (7 complaints), Suspension (7 complaints), and Steering (5 complaints).
Recalls for the 2000 INFINITI QX4
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2000 INFINITI QX4, potentially affecting up to 773,432 vehicles.
Recall 11V244000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
| 195,991 vehicles affected
Defect: 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, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IN WHICH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD...
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.
View full details →Recall 11V244000 — STEERING:COLUMN
| 195,991 vehicles affected
Defect: 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, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IN WHICH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD...
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.
View full details →Recall 07V435000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
| 372,250 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DURING THE COATING PROCESS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY, AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF...
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 THE TUBE. IN THIS CASE FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHEN FILLING THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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.
View full details →Recall 00V410000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 9,200 vehicles affected
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN IGNITION LOCK ASSEMBLY WITH IMPROPERLY SEATED KEY CYLINDER CAP CONNECTOR PINS. VIBRATION CAN CAUSE THE CONNECTING PINS TO LOOSEN AND/OR FALL OUT ALLOWING THE KEY CYLINDER CAP TO DISENGAGE FROM THE KEY CYLINDER.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ROD CAN MOVE, WHICH COULD LOCK THE STEERING WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE IGNITION LOCK ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLIES WITH LOOSE OR MISSING END CAP CONNECTOR PINS WILL BE REPLACED. A RING CLIP WILL BE INSTALLED ON ALL OTHERS TO PREVENT LOOSENING OF THE PINS.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2000 INFINITI QX4
40 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 INFINITI QX4. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingengine | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The vehicle is completely rusting underneath and running boards. I was told by Infiniti customer affairs that the recalls had closed for rusted out struts. This impacts driving and can become a safety concern if the struts completely rust away. I'm concerned for my safety or the safety of my family if this failure occurs. The dealerships will not honor a recall that is no longer valid or closed. This is a potential life safety issue.
The vehicle is completely rusting underneath and running boards. I was told by Infiniti customer affairs that the recalls had closed for rusted out struts. This impacts driving and can become a safety concern if the struts completely rust away. I'm concerned for my safety or the safety of my family if this failure occurs. The dealerships will not honor a recall that is no longer valid or closed. This is a potential life safety issue.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND THE FUEL TANK DID NOT INDICATE WHEN IT WAS AT FULL CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, FUEL WOULD OVERFLOW. THE RUST FAILURE WAS REMEDIED IN 2012. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO INFINITI OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY (1945 DIXIE HWY, FORT WRIGHT, KY 41011) FOR OTHER REPAIRS; HOWEVER, IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED FOR THE FUEL FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND THE FUEL TANK DID NOT INDICATE WHEN IT WAS AT FULL CAPACITY. AS A RESULT, FUEL WOULD OVERFLOW. THE RUST FAILURE WAS REMEDIED IN 2012. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO INFINITI OF NORTHERN KENTUCKY (1945 DIXIE HWY, FORT WRIGHT, KY 41011) FOR OTHER REPAIRS; HOWEVER, IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED FOR THE FUEL FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
RIDING WITH A CO WORKER COMING FROM BREAKFAST ON VETERANS PARKWAY,1ST DEFAULT WAS FRONT AXLE,2ND DEFAULT AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED,SO I'M TELLING THE DRIVER TO SLOW DOWN CAUSE OF THE AXLE HE REFUSES AND HIT THE GUARD RAIL DOING 70MPH HIT 3 TIMES BEFORE STARTED ROLLING OFF GUARD RAIL.WAS HOSPITALIZED
Safety Rating for the 2000 INFINITI QX4
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 INFINITI QX4 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 INFINITI QX4
Nissan North America, Inc. has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 INFINITI QX4. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ITB02029 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
ON SOME VEHICLES THE ALL-MODE TRANSFER CASE MAY BECOME STUCK IN 4WD LOW. *TT
ITB02023 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
INFORMATION REGARDING CONSOLE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY READING INACCURATELY. *TT
ITB00036 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING VG33E PISTON REPLACEMENT. *TT
ITB99046A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES AND INTRODUCES NEW FEATURES OF THE INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM / NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IVS / NATS). *TT
ITB99052 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION INTRODUCING FACTORY-INSTALLED R-134A AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT DYE. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 INFINITI QX4
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2000 INFINITI QX4.
Other Model Years of the INFINITI QX4
- 1997 INFINITI QX4 — 60 complaints
- 1998 INFINITI QX4 — 46 complaints
- 1999 INFINITI QX4 — 69 complaints
- 2000 INFINITI QX4 (current)
- 2001 INFINITI QX4 — 93 complaints
- 2002 INFINITI QX4 — 51 complaints
- 2003 INFINITI QX4 — 25 complaints
- 2004 INFINITI QX4 — 1 complaint
- 2005 INFINITI QX4 — 0 complaints
Other INFINITI Models
- INFINITI G35 — 1,851 total complaints
- INFINITI QX60 — 772 total complaints
- INFINITI G37 — 718 total complaints
- INFINITI QX56 — 700 total complaints
- INFINITI Q50 — 687 total complaints
- INFINITI FX35 — 576 total complaints
- INFINITI M35 — 568 total complaints
- INFINITI M45 — 372 total complaints