Below Average Reliability

2017 Infiniti QX60 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

L50 · 3.5L V6 (295hp updated) · $17,000 - $30,000

Known Issues — 2017 Infiniti QX60

MODERATE

CVT transmission shudder at low speed — Jatco CVT8 prone to this

CRITICAL

CVT failure on high-mileage examples

MODERATE

Brake vacuum booster hose deterioration

MINOR

Power sliding door rollers wearing causing stiff operation

MINOR

Infotainment slow response and freeze

MINOR

AC evaporator condensate drain clogging

What to Inspect

  • CVT shudder during slow acceleration
  • CVT fluid color and smell check
  • Brake booster hose inspection
  • Power sliding door operation — both sides
  • A/C performance and drain function
  • Service history for CVT maintenance

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Engine oil serviceevery 5,000 miles$60-$100
CVT fluid changeevery 30,000 miles$200-$350
CVT replacement if failedas needed$3,500-$6,000
Major service (plugs, filters)every 30,000 miles$400-$650
Brake pad/rotor replacementevery 35,000-55,000 miles$400-$700
Tire replacementevery 35,000-50,000 miles$700-$1,100

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