Model year guide

2012 Infiniti QX56

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Infiniti QX56 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2012 Infiniti QX56 — representative photo
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2012 Infiniti QX56 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints59
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$18,766

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Infiniti QX56 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #20V188000 · 30/03/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #14V683000 · 28/11/2014

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Infiniti QX56 common problems

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2012 Infiniti QX56 MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,150

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2012 Infiniti QX56 worth?

Low
$14,500
Typical price
$18,766
High
$22,494

From 11 comparable 2012 Infiniti QX56 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Infiniti QX56 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,200
Total$31,950
Per mile$0.43

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($18,766) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,565), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Infiniti QX56 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
5.6L

2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles on record

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2012 Infiniti QX56 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Infiniti QX56 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 Infiniti QX56. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Infiniti QX56?

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, suspension, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Infiniti QX56 get?

The 2012 Infiniti QX56 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2012 Infiniti QX56 worth?

Comparable 2012 Infiniti QX56 listings run roughly $14,500–$22,494, typically around $18,766 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.