2018 Infiniti QX60 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Known Issues — 2018 Infiniti QX60
MODERATE
CVT shudder and hesitation on acceleration
CRITICAL
CVT failure risk on units over 80,000 miles
MODERATE
Brake vacuum booster hose cracking
MINOR
Power sliding door motor wear
MINOR
Rear entertainment system software lag
MINOR
Fuel economy well below EPA estimates on older CVT units
What to Inspect
- CVT shudder — mandatory check from stop
- CVT fluid condition
- Brake booster vacuum hose
- Power sliding doors both sides
- All infotainment and rear entertainment features
- CVT service history — must have been changed at 30k intervals
Expected Maintenance Costs
| Service | Interval | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil service | every 5,000 miles | $60-$100 |
| CVT fluid change | every 30,000 miles | $200-$350 |
| CVT replacement if failed | as needed | $3,500-$6,000 |
| Major service (plugs, filters) | every 30,000 miles | $400-$650 |
| Brake pad/rotor replacement | every 35,000-55,000 miles | $400-$700 |
| Tire replacement | every 35,000-50,000 miles | $700-$1,100 |
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