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Infiniti QX4Model year report

1998 Infiniti QX4 Problems

Complaints
29filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
159,000miles, 16 complaints with mileage
Recalls
2campaigns on record
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
15 mpgcombined, 3.3L 6-cyl 4WD/AWD · 13 city / 17 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Infiniti QX4 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1998 Infiniti QX4. The part named most often is suspension, with 10 complaints (34% of the total), followed by steering (6) and fuel system (5). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 6% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 159,000 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 33 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).

Example complaints

Suspension: “As I passed through an intersection, a vehicle went through a red light. I tried to veer to avoid him, but the steering column failed. As a result of this equipment failure, the car struck my vehicle and my car was totalled. After my car was scrapped, I received the safety recall notice.”

NHTSA complaint #10406610, filed 2011-06, 158,000 miles

Steering: “Had a recall on our car and when we called to tell them we had it fixed they wanted us to take it to their dealer which the closest one to us is over 300 miles and impossible for us to do I am on disability and can barley survive on what I get and there is no way possible for me to be able to afford to travel this distance money wise they are supposed to reimbursed me for the repair expenses but wont if I cant get it to their dealer. …”

NHTSA complaint #10403636, filed 2011-05, 175,000 miles

Fuel system: “Frame failure on Infiniti QX4 and nissan pathfinder; model years 1997-2001. Frame failure on Infiniti and nissan vehicles; failure in manufacturing to adequately protect from abnormal corrosion and rot, the frame, undercarriage and mounting brackets of nissan and Infiniti SUV vehicles. Excessive corrosion and rot to front apron and frame of Infiniti QX4 and nissan pathfinder vehicles; suspect association with NHTSA recall number 07v435000. …”

NHTSA complaint #10376467, filed 2011-01, 191,000 miles

Body and structure: “Structure frame front drivers side. Excessive noise when turning the steering wheel. Frame rubbing on the steering shaft from corrosion due to poor design. Safety concerns wheel section could separate from frame causing severe injury to occupants or others. Catastrophic failure of frame could occur while driving and hitting a pot hole. Repair costs if possible are in the thousands. The frame separation is a major safety issue caused by premature corrosion problems. The front frame left and right sides had to be welded using steel plates to support front struts. …”

NHTSA complaint #10396859, filed 2011-04, 72,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

6% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 90,000 and 175,000 miles.

6%0–100%10–250%25–506%50–7519%75–10013%100–15056%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (16 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 159,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 1998 Infiniti QX4 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
QX4 4WD3.3L 6-cyl4-speed automatic131715$4,450

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 1998 Infiniti QX4 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 33 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 33 bulletins →

Other model years of the Infiniti QX4

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
20032098,0503—16—Stable
200237123,0005—15Not compared (before 2008)Stable
20017398,0004—15Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200028183,0003—15Not compared (before 2008)Rising
199943135,0002—15Not compared (before 2008)Falling
199829159,0002—15Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199745127,5002—15Not compared (before 2008)Stable

All Infiniti QX4 model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Infiniti QX4 have?

NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1998 Infiniti QX4 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 1998 Infiniti QX4 is reported most often?

Suspension is named most often, in 10 complaints (34% of the total), followed by steering with 6.

Has the 1998 Infiniti QX4 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Infiniti QX4 get?

The EPA rates the 1998 Infiniti QX4 (QX4 4WD, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 13 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,450 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Infiniti QX4 reported?

Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 159,000 miles and the middle half falls between 90,000 and 175,000 miles; 6% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.