Engine Failure Due To Faulty Bearings
In July 2025, Nissan filed a recall covering more than 443.000 vehicles, after finding faulty engine bearings in VC-Turbo engines. This recall affected not only Infiniti models but also some Nissan models, such as Infiniti QX50 (2019–2022) and QX55 (2022), plus Nissan Rogue (2021–2024) and Altima (2019–2020).
Over time, the parts can wear, release metal, and the engine may lose power or fail. Owner letters began in late August 2025.
Engine Stalling
Multiple Infiniti recalls related to engine stalling have been issued over the years, each with a different cause. The most recent and significant recall, which could lead to engine failure, was announced in 2025. One of them is linked to the VC-Turbo engines, which have been explained before.
Separate from the VC-Turbo story, Infiniti issued two recalls in 2021. The first one is because the supplier's manufacturing error caused the fuel pump's impeller to swell and bind, which could cut off the fuel supply to the engine and cause a stall. Affect some 2020–2021 Infiniti QX80 models.
And another 2021 recall was issued due to rapid acceleration; the engine control module (ECM) software could over-reduce fuel, causing an engine stall (the car may restart). Affecting some 2021 Infiniti Q50 and Q60 models, for the remedy, the manufacturer will reprogram the ECM at no cost.
Engine Failure In Hybrid Models
In 2021, the manufacturer recalled 2014–2017 QX60 Hybrid vehicles because the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software could shut down the hybrid system and engine, causing a sudden loss of drive power. This recall also included the 2014–2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid and 2015–2016 Nissan Murano Hybrid.
Separately, the 2012–2013 M35 Hybrid was recalled for an overheating condition that could cut the engine. Dealers will reprogram the hybrid control module, automatic transmission control unit, and inverter software free of charge.
