Research · Subcompact Cars

2020 Infiniti Q60Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 2 owner complaints for the 2020 Infiniti Q60. Most complaints involve air bags (1) and seats (1). The EPA rates it 21–22 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
21–22mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Mar 2020
Owner complaints
2
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$3,600est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seat belts: rear

Free remedy

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Seat beltsReported Mar 13, 2020NHTSA 20V145000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

2 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2023 – Mar 2026
  1. Air bags1
  2. Seats1
  3. Engine and engine cooling1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Q60 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
201413
20152
201734
201825
20194
20202
20213
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

1 report
“Airbag sensor light has been On/Off. After a passenger is seated on the passenger side, light goes off. A day or two later, light comes back on.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 8, 2026Air bags, SeatsODI 11722838

Seats

1 report

Engine and engine cooling

1 report1 crash
“The contact owned a 2020 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH during a rainstorm and attempting to change lanes, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated, prompting the contact to attempt to slow the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle hydroplaned to the left, colliding with the vehicle in that lane on the driver's side door panel. The contact stated that the impact caused the vehicle to be thrust into the right shoulder barrier wall before coming to rest near an access road. The vehicle's air bags were deployed. No warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported. The contact was transported to a local trauma unit and treated for various facial injuries before being taken into surgery, where a pacemaker was inserted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic but instead towed to a tow yard. The vehicle was not repaired; instead, it was deemed totaled by his insurance company. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number 21V234000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 11, 2023Engine and engine coolingCrash reportedODI 11531682
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S7)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Q60
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
192822$3,600397
Q60 AWD
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
192722$3,600409
Q60 Red Sport
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
202722$3,600405
Q60 Red Sport AWD
Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
192621$3,800424
  • Q60
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 28 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Q60 AWD
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 27 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Q60 Red Sport
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    20 city · 27 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Q60 Red Sport AWD
    Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Infiniti Q60 as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 14532Vehicle 14517
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2020 Q60 questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Infiniti Q60 have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2020 Infiniti Q60 problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (1), seats (1), engine and engine cooling (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2020 Infiniti Q60 get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Infiniti Q60 at 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026