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2016 Infiniti QX80

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 QX80.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S7)

The 2016 Infiniti QX80 is an SUV paired with an automatic (S7) transmission and EPA-rated at 14/20/16 mpg city/highway/combined. Looking at the model's 2014–2026 complaint record, the 2016 model accumulated 14 owner complaints, placing it below the 2014 peak of 20 but above later low-complaint years such as 2022 with one complaint. Air bags stand out as the top complaint area for this model year, and it carries zero recalls on file.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192016

Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy14/20/16 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 152089E01A. 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.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire size275/60R20OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter152089E01A
Engine air filter165461LA0A
Spark plug224011LA1C
Front wiper blades288901LB1B alt 288901LB0D
Serpentine belt117201LA0B
Thermostat212001LA1A alt 110625ZM0A
Cabin air filter27277VX01A alt B72771CA1B

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length209.1 in
Overall width79.9 in
Overall height76 in
Wheelbase121.3 in
Curb weight5889 lb
Track (front / rear)67.7 / 68.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined14 / 20 / 16 mpg
DrivetrainRear-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 QX80 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–6.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2016 Limited
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016Limited 5.6L V86.20 sec15.10 sec400 hpAWD
2016Limited 5.6L V86.70 sec15.10 sec400 hpAWD
2015Limited 5.6L V86.30 sec14.90 sec400 hpAWD
20185.6 5.6L V85.90 sec14.90 sec400 hpAWD
20185.6 5.6L V86.30 sec14.90 sec400 hpAWD
2021Premium Select 5.6L V85.90 sec14.60 sec400 hpAWD
2021Sensory 5.6L V86.30 sec14.80 sec400 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine Front: 80W- in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 28.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.6
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilFront: 80W-
Engine CoolantUse Nissan long life coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity17.2
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts21
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug28.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs96.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Transfer Case Fill Plug35.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug35.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerInfiniti
Spark Plug Gap.043 - .049 in
Spark Plug Torque14 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing12 degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance2 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.32 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity7.10 oz

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65 @ idle psi
Engine Compression178-242 psi / max variation 14 psi
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: 53; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 91; Rear: 63 /; Front: 122; Rear: 116
ABS Sensor Torque10 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.059; Rear: 0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.122; Rear: .709
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0006
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0021 with; Rear: .0020 with
Maximum Drum DiameterFront and Rear: NA; Parking Brake: NS

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
148.0, Step 3: 96.0 all steps are in inch lbs.
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: loosen all bolts completely, Step 3: 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 9022 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 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.

In the 2014‑2026 federal record, complaints fell from 20 in 2014 to 18 in 2015 and reached 14 in the target year 2016. Recalls followed a similar downward path, dropping from 4 in 2014 to 2 in 2015 and to a single recall in 2016. After 2016, complaints rose again to 17 in 2017 before fluctuating between 6 and 19 in subsequent years, while recalls varied between one and three per year. Throughout the span, investigations remained at zero and technical service bulletins declined steadily from 154 in 2014 to as low as 5 in 2026. Consequently, the 2016 model year sits at a low‑point in both complaint and recall frequency relative to the surrounding years, suggesting it is a comparatively reliable choice among used QX80s.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
157
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
14
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 14 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags2
Service Brakes2
Unknown Or Other2
Engine2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Visibility1
Power Train1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 157 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 QX80 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the QX80 get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 20 highway / 16 combined mpg.