2009 Infiniti QX56 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 43%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 133,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2009 Infiniti QX56, 43% of the 7 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 133,500 miles.
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.
“My 2009 Infiniti QX56 has a serious issue with the rear suspension that started about a year after I got the car when it was at about 100,000 miles and has gotten worse, even though repair shops and dealer keep telling me it's 'fine'... When traveling down the highway at speeds over 50mph, if I hit or drive over any bump or pothole or dip or uneven pavement, the backend of the car feels like it is going to fishtail or swing out of control and has gotten worse. …”
NHTSA complaint #11114417, filed 2018-07, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Infiniti QX56. The contact while driving approximately 25 MPH, there was swaying in the rear of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge was not operating properly after the fuel tank was filler. Additionally, there was an unknown failure with the rear suspension. The tire failure warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that an independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with rear suspension failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11473908, filed 2022-07, 167,000 miles“The airbag does not work on the steering column the dealer says it's due to a cold spring on the backside of the airbag that allows electricity to go through it to make it work and once over $1000 to replace the coil- spring in order to make the airbag work which is connected to all the other safety airbags in the vehicle if the drivers airbag does not work neither does any of the other airbags in the vehicle . …”
NHTSA complaint #10971275, filed 2017-04Related service bulletins
- 10109193Mar 7, 2017BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic…
- 10192219Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10192146Mar 19, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock…
- 10032790Oct 6, 2011Infiniti: clicking noise from rear axles during take-off/acceleration. *pe updated 11/2/11.
- 10034905Oct 6, 2010Infiniti: front suspension noise. A noise (clunking, squeaking, popping) can be heard when performing at least one of the following actions-turning steering wheel left/right…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 4 | 13% |
| 2012 | 4 | 7% |
| 2011 | 9 | 12% |
| 2010 | 2 | 8% |
| 2009 | 3 | 43% |
| 2008 | 7 | 13% |
| 2007 | 7 | 33% |
| 2006 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 2 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 Infiniti QX56
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Infiniti QX56
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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