2000 Infiniti QX4 recalls and problems

The 2000 Infiniti QX4 has 3 safety recalls and 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Infiniti dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
28
Crashes / fires
1 / 1
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Infiniti QX4 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Infiniti QX4 recalls

Recall 11V-244: Suspension, Steering

Reported Apr 20, 2011 · 195,991 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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 salt are used, a mixture of snow/water and salt may enter an assembly location hole in the upper strut housing, causing water to collect at the mating surface of the strut housing panel and the inner hood ledge assembly. Over time, this snow/water and salt intrusion may result in corrosion of the strut tower housing in some subject vehicles.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 07V-435: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 18, 2007 · 372,250 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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 coating may have been applied at the lower mounting bracket. This could result in an opening in the coating which can allow water to enter and make contact with the bare metal of the tube.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 00V-410: Electrical System

Reported Dec 5, 2000 · 9,200 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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.

Risk: If this occurs, the steering wheel lock rod can move, which could lock the steering wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2000 Infiniti QX4 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure10
Suspension9
Steering5
Electrical System3
Unknown or Other3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Air Bags2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Equipment1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 7
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 2
  • Suspension › Front — 2
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
  • Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 183,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Infiniti QX4 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Mar 9, 2023
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.
Air Bags · at 190,000 miles · reported Jan 12, 2018
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
Suspension · at 195,000 miles · reported Oct 4, 2016
The contact owns a 2000 infiniti qx4. The contact stated that corrosion of the strut tower housing caused the power steering column to fracture. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 195,000.
Structure · at 120,000 miles · reported Oct 3, 2016
Serious corrosion on the frame. The passenger side of the vehicle where the control arm attaches to the frame is completely rusted out just beyond the strut mount recall location. The dealership deemed it not able to be fixed and was told by both the dealership and consumer affairs that its not their problem. While driving 55 MPH I started hearing a knocking noise in the right front. Soon after the wheel started shaking while turning left. Knocking got worse and it started to sway uncontrollably while turning. Had it towed to dealership where it is still sitting and not able to be driven.…
Suspension · at 174,185 miles · reported Dec 7, 2015
I was told about a recall on this vehicle due to frame body strut housing corrosion, I'm hearing a clicking sound as I proceed to make turns now. I took it in to be looked at to see if noise I was hearing could be repaired, upon the mechanic placing the vehicle on the lift he noticed the corrosion on front end of the strut housing.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Infiniti QX4 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Infiniti QX4: 11V-244 (suspension, steering), 07V-435 (fuel system, gasoline), 00V-410 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Infiniti QX4?

Owners report structure problems most often (10 reports), followed by suspension (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 183,000 miles.

Are Infiniti recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Infiniti dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.