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2016 Infiniti QX60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 QX60.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (AV-S7)

The 2016 Infiniti QX60 is an SUV that pairs an automatic (AV‑S7) transmission with EPA fuel‑economy ratings of 19/26/22 mpg. It records 29 total owner complaints, with the most frequent issue involving air bags and a single recall documented. In the broader 2014‑2026 complaint timeline, the 2016 model falls near the lower end of reported problems, indicating a marked improvement in reliability relative to earlier years.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy19/26/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size265/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0; OPTIONAL: 8.0, 9.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter165463KY0A alt 165460Z000
Spark plug224011KC1C alt 22401EW61C
Front wiper blades288903JA2D alt 288903JA1B
Serpentine belt117206TA0A alt 119203KY0B
Thermostat21200EA000 alt 21049ED00A
Cabin air filter272773JC1C alt 272773JC2B

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length196.5 in
Overall width77.2 in
Overall height68.5 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Curb weight4438 lb
Track (front / rear)65.7 / 65.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the QX60 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.1–8.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.10 sec — 2017 3.5
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20173.5 3.5L V67.10 sec15.50 sec295 hpAWD
20173.5 3.5L V67.40 sec15.70 sec295 hpAWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh7.60 sec16.00 sec250 hpAWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh8.00 sec16.30 sec250 hpFWD
2014Hybrid 2.5L I-4 + Elec 15-kW 0.6-kWh8.40 sec16.70 sec250 hpAWD
20183.5 3.5L V67.70 sec15.90 sec295 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine GL-5 · 80W-90 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidNissan CVT fluid NS-3
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.3
Automatic Transmission FluidNissan CVT fluid NS-3
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.2
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilGL-5 · 80W-90
Engine CoolantUse Nissan long life coolant/antifreeze
Engine CoolantUse Nissan long life coolant/antifreeze

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts21
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts23
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs61.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Transfer Case Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 92.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerInfiniti
Spark Plug Gap.043 in
Spark Plug Torque14 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerInfiniti
Spark Plug Gap.039 in
Spark Plug Torque14 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.75-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity7.80 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)51 @ idle psi
Engine Compression176 - 205 psi / Max variation 14 psi
Engine Compression142-185 psi/ max variation-14 psi
Intake Valve Lash0.094-0.013 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.013 in
Intake Valve Lash0.010-0.013 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.011-0.015 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 20; Rear: 32 /; Front: 34; Rear: 32
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 91; Rear: 63 /; Front: 91; Rear: 62
ABS Sensor Torque10
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementStamped on rotor
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
117.0, Step 3: 52.0, Step 3: 96.0. All steps are in INCH LBS.
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: loosen all bolts completely, Step 3: 14.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 9020 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.0-15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90.0-95.014–15 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., step 2: 9033 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
12nd Step: 18 ft/lbs. Tighten fasteners using numbered sequence shown in illustration. See diagram GB
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
124.0-28.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-9524–28 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Headlamp (inspect alignment)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 125,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2016 model year represents the nadir of reported issues within this generation, with only 29 complaints and a single recall marking a steep decline from the 229 complaints and eight recalls of 2014 and the 92 complaints and three recalls of 2015. While 2017 saw a rebound to 67 complaints and two recalls, the 2016 figures remain the lowest among the early production years, accompanied by zero investigations and 219 technical service bulletins. Air bags constituted the primary complaint category with 11 incidents, though the data does not specify root causes for these reports, alongside three crash-related and one fire-related complaint. Following the generation's troubled launch, 2016 sits at the bottom of the complaint curve with minimal federal intervention compared to adjacent model years. Given its position as the statistical low point before the 2017 uptick, the 2016 QX60 represents a sound purchase within this generation.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
219
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
29
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 29 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags11
Unknown Or Other5
Power Train3
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Suspension,Electrical System,Wheels1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Electrical System1
Visibility1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V244000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant ClassificationReported 26/04/2016

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50… Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 219 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
ITB09-063C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
ITB12-011R2026-03-30Electrical SystemTELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION See ITB19-029 for models built after those listed above…
ITB23-023A2025-02-20Electrical SystemAEB WARNING LIGHT IS ON WITH WARNING MESSAGES DISPLAYED ON COMBINATION METER APPLIED…
ITB10-029C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…
ITB13-052E2024-05-20Electrical SystemINTELLIGENT KEY NOT DETECTED / ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 QX60 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the QX60 get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.