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2018 Infiniti QX60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 QX60.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S7)

The 2018 Infiniti QX60 is an SUV equipped with an Automatic (AV-S7) transmission that delivers EPA fuel economy ratings of 19/26/22 mpg. Within the model's complaint history spanning 2014 to 2026, this specific year recorded 37 total owner complaints with the Power Train identified as the top complaint area alongside one recall. Although the 2014 model year peaked at 229 complaints and the 2026 model year records the lowest at three, the 2018 QX60 sits well below the history's highest complaint volume, marking a distinct decrease in reported issues compared to the model's initial years.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque83 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/26/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnSTOPOEM · verified
Tire size235/65R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter16546V0100 alt 1654674S00
Spark plug22401EW61C
Front wiper blades288903JA2D alt 288903JA1B
Serpentine belt117206TA0A
Thermostat13050ZA000 alt 212009HP0A
Cabin air filter272779NM0A alt 272773JC3B

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length196.5 in
Overall width77.2 in
Overall height68.5 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Curb weight4517 lb
Track (front / rear)65.7 / 65.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the QX60 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.70 sec — 2018 3.5
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20183.5 3.5L V67.70 sec15.90 sec295 hpAWD
20173.5 3.5L V67.10 sec15.50 sec295 hpAWD
20173.5 3.5L V67.40 sec15.70 sec295 hpAWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh7.60 sec16.00 sec250 hpAWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh8.00 sec16.30 sec250 hpFWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh8.40 sec16.70 sec250 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 83 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s)76.0 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)25.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts65.0 ft-lbs;
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts23 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts83 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerInfiniti
Spark Plug Gap.043 in
Spark Plug Torque14 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.31-1.45 lbs.
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.30 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)73.0 psi
RPM73.0 @ Idle rpm

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 34; Rear: 32
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 107; Rear: 62
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.024; Rear: .551
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationFront: .0003; Rear: .0008
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0016; Rear: .002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 5 stages
1Bolts 7-1017 in
2Bolts 1-617 in
3All bolts52 in
4Bolts 1-680–104 in
5Bolts 7-1074–91 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
295.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9033 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9033 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages
172 ft. lbs.72 ft. lbs
2Loosen all bolts in reverse order.
329 ft. lbs.29 ft. lbs
4Turn 103 degrees103 degrees
5Turn 103 degrees.103 degrees
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 3 stages
15 ft. lbs.5 ft. lbs
221 ft. lbs.21 ft. lbs
38
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
126.0 ft. lbs.26 ft. lbs
295.0
Engine Valve Cover Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
11.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 6.01.5 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2018 Infiniti QX60 represents a mid-cycle stabilization point within its generation, following the notably high complaint volume of the 2014 launch year (229 complaints) and the subsequent sharp decline in 2015–2016. Complaints for the 2018 model (37) remain consistent with 2017 (67) and 2019 (37), suggesting that early teething issues were largely resolved by this stage, though power train and engine-related concerns persist as the top complaint areas. Recall activity for 2018 (1 recall) is lower than the preceding and following years, aligning with a broader trend of reduced recall frequency after 2015. The absence of federal investigations since 2014 further indicates that systemic issues were addressed prior to the 2018 model year. With no fire-related complaints and minimal crash reports (2), the data suggests the 2018 QX60 is a relatively reliable choice within the generation—making it a strong used buy if maintenance records confirm powertrain care.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
182
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
37
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 37 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train8
Engine5
Service Brakes4
Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine2
Vehicle Speed Control,Engine1
Power Train,Electrical System,Air Bags1
Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V807000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited SlipReported 08/11/2019

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 182 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
ITB09-063C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
ITB12-011R2026-03-30Electrical SystemTELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION See ITB19-029 for models built after those listed above…
ITB23-023A2025-02-20Electrical SystemAEB WARNING LIGHT IS ON WITH WARNING MESSAGES DISPLAYED ON COMBINATION METER APPLIED…
ITB17-060C2024-05-20Electrical SystemINTELLIGENT KEY INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE STOPS OR WILL NOT CONTINUE This bulletin has…
ITB10-029C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2018 QX60 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the QX60 get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.