Model year guide

2013 Infiniti qx56

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Infiniti qx56 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2013 Infiniti qx56 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints32
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$20,270

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

2013 Infiniti qx56 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #14V668000 · 24/10/2014

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Infiniti QX56 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2012, to April 26, 2013, and 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured June 18, 2013, to February 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been manufactured with an incorrect part.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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.

2013 Infiniti qx56 common problems

Owners have filed 32 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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2013 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 2013 Infiniti qx56 worth?

Low
$18,995
Typical price
$20,270
High
$24,785

From 10 comparable 2013 Infiniti qx56 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Infiniti qx56 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,900
Total$30,650
Per mile$0.41

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 ($20,270) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,381), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Infiniti qx56 trims & engines on record

Engines
5.6L

2013 Infiniti qx56 vehicles on record

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2013 Infiniti qx56 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Infiniti qx56 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 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 2013 Infiniti qx56?

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, suspension, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Infiniti qx56 get?

The 2013 Infiniti qx56 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2013 Infiniti qx56 worth?

Comparable 2013 Infiniti qx56 listings run roughly $18,995–$24,785, typically around $20,270 (from 10 vehicles).

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