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Transmission and drivetrainPart report

2018 Infiniti Q60 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
4about this part
Share
16%of 25 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2018 Infiniti Q60, 16% of the 25 complaints for this model year.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“While driving home, I experienced an extreme amount of white smoke coming from my exhaust. The smoke was so severe that I could barely see vehicles behind me. Because I was on the freeway and concerned about my safety and the safety of others, I pulled over when safe and had the vehicle towed home and then to an Infiniti dealership for diagnostics. I had previously researched Infiniti’s extended powertrain warranty for turbochargers applicable to my specific year/model and learned of premature turbocharger failures and the potential for resulting engine damage. …”

NHTSA complaint #11758695, filed 2026-08

“The vehicle was subject to an active manufacturer safety recall involving the oil pressure control system and diagnostic trouble code P06DA, which requires inspection and replacement of the Engine Room Sub-Harness if the condition is present. The defect was confirmed by an authorized dealer, DTC P06DA was verified, and the Engine Room Sub-Harness was replaced in accordance with the recall remedy instructions. However, the manufacturer failed to fully remedy the recall, as the consumer was required to pay a significant portion of the repair cost out-of-pocket. …”

NHTSA complaint #11714198, filed 2026-01

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2018416%
201739%
2014215%

Other parts of the 2018 Infiniti Q60

Air bags
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2018 Infiniti Q60

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology