1997 Infiniti Qx4 problems
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Common 1997 Infiniti Qx4 problems
The Infiniti QX4, first introduced in 1997, is known for its reliability, with most breakdowns being caused by improper operation
. However, there are some common issues that owners have reported.
One common problem is the failure of the viscous coupling of the transfer case, which can occur when wheels of different diameters are installed
. This issue is often caused by improper maintenance and can lead to various failures in the transfer case.
Another issue reported by owners is the souring of the mounting system for the spare tire, which is located on the floor of the trunk
. This can be a particular problem if the spare tire is not touched for several years, especially in dirty and salty winter conditions.
The 1997 Infiniti QX4 also has reported issues with the exhaust system, with the worst complaints being about exhaust manifold rattling. This can be a significant problem and can lead to more serious issues if not addressed promptly.
In addition to these issues, some owners have reported problems with the distributor, with one owner reporting that a bad coil caused their QX4 to die out. However, this issue appears to be relatively rare and can often be resolved by replacing the distributor.
Overall, the Infiniti QX4 is a reliable vehicle, with most issues being caused by improper maintenance or operation. Regular maintenance and careful driving can help prevent many of these common problems and ensure that the QX4 remains a reliable and enjoyable vehicle to drive.
When did they stop making INFINITI QX4?
The INFINITI QX4 production run ended following the 2003 model year. The 'QX' branding would continue on to have an impact on INFINITI's sport utility and crossover product selection.
Why is my INFINITI QX4 not starting?
The most common reasons an INFINITI QX4 won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
What kind of car is a QX4?
So it's kind of a mix of a unibody. And an actual ladder frame so despite the fact that the QX4 is a pretty luxurious SUV. The R50 Pathfinder platform is actually pretty versatile when it comes to
How much does a 1997 INFINITI QX4 weigh?
Used 1997 INFINITI QX4 - Specs & Features
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 38.0 cu.ft. |
| Turning circle | 37.4 ft. |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in. |
| Curb weight | 4,275 lbs. |
1997 Infiniti Qx4 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Infiniti Qx4 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Steering problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Tires problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Infiniti Qx4 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1997 Infiniti Qx4
The NHTSA has received 46 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Infiniti Qx4. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1997 Infiniti Qx4 vehicles.
2023-05-05
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-12
- VIN: JNRAR05Y3VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 1997 Infiniti QX4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V244000 (Steering, Suspension). The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH and other various speeds over bumps in the roadway, the vehicle was shaking abnormally with the steering wheel becoming difficult to turn to the left or to the right. Additionally, the contact heard abnormal metal on metal grinding sounds particularly while turning the vehicle to the left or the right. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and was advised that the vehicle had failed a safety inspection and he would be contacted by a third party to buy back the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2021-08-11
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-20
- VIN: JNRAR05Y9vw
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: the rear end started to sway and shake ... made the car uncrontrlable, I reacted instantly and took my foot off the gas peddle and gripped the steering firmly like driving on snow...it came back under control as I was braking softly ....what a scary incident ...
2019-07-19
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-19
- VIN: JNRAR05YXVW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAD MY CAR SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY DETAILING IT. I'VE ALWAYS TOOK EXCEPTIONAL CARE OF MY VEHICLES AND ONE THING I'VE ALWAYS DONE WAS MADE SURE THE UNDERCOATING WAS TOP-NOTCH. AS I PROCEEDED TO UNDERCOAT THE INSIDE OF THE FRONT FENDER WELLS ON MY 97 QX4 I NOTICED SOME RUST FORMING BEHIND THE STRUT TOWER. SOME OF IT WAS FLAKY AND SOME OF IT WAS RAISED RUST. I TOOK MY SCRAPER AND LO AND BEHOLD FOUND A HOLE BEHIND THE STRUT TOWER. I CONTINUED TO SCRAPE AND CLEAN THE HOLE AND THE AREA ACCORDING TO THE RECALL CAMPAIGN FROM INFINITY AND I'M VERY CONCERNED ABOUT VEHICLE SAFETY AND THE RUST BEHIND THE STRUT TOWER ON DRIVERS SIDE.I HAVE YET TO CHECK MY PASSENGER SIDE SINCE THE DRIVER SIDE HAS ISSUES I WANTED TO GO AHEAD AND NOTIFY YOU GUYS. I KNOW THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE STRUT TOWER ON NISSAN PATHFINDERS AND INFINITI QX4S 96 THROUGH 2004. I HAVE A 96 PATHFINDER ALSO THAT JUST LAST WEEK I TALKED TO A REPRESENTATIVE FROM NISSAN NORTH AMERICA AND IT STILL HAS A OPEN RECALL CONCERNING THE STRUT TOWER. I LIVE IN TENNESSEE AND BY THE RECALL TENNESSEE IS NOT LISTED AS ONE OF THE SALT STATES BUT YET THAT IS WHERE MY PATHFINDER IS REGISTERED AND IT HAS A RECALL THAT NEEDS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE STRUT TOWER SO I'M WONDERING IF MY QX4 WHICH IS A 97 MODEL HAS HAD A RECALL PERFORMED ON IT OR IF THE RECALL EVEN CONCERNS MY QX4 IT CLEARLY HAS RUST BEHIND THE STRUT TOWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND REGISTERED IN TENNESSEE. PLEASE HELP ME WITH THIS ISSUE I HAD MY SEAT BELTS REPLACED IN MY QX4 6 MONTHS AGO AND WHEN I HAD IT IN THERE I SAID SOMETHING ABOUT CHECKING MY STRUT TOWERS BUT ON MY TICKET THEY GAVE ME IT DOESN'T LIST ANYTHING ABOUT THEM CHECKING THE STRUT TOWERS CAMPAIGN # R1109 NHTSA # 11V-244 APPLIED VEHICLES 97-03 QX4 (JR50) I NEED TO KNOW WHAT MY NEXT ACTION SHOULD BE AND WHETHER OR NOT THIS RECALL HAS BEEN PERFORMED PLEASE HELP GOD BLESS AND THANK YOU VERY MUCH
2018-08-21
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-21
- VIN: JNRAR05Y6VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CAR SUSPENSION SHIMMIES, SHAKES AND WHOLE CAR ROLLS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
2016-02-09
STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-02
- VIN: JNRAR05Y4VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ALL 1997 THRU 2003 FRAME SUSPENSION, SUSPENSION BODY PANELS WERE IMPROPERLY UNDERCOATED TO PREVENT RUSTING. WARNING WAS ISSUED IN 2011, AS THIRD OWNER OF VEHICLE, I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. CAUSING IMMINENT BODY HARM AND POSSIBLY DEATH. INFINITY WAS TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOW THRU, AND SHOULD BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR MY $20,000 LOSS, NOT TO MENTION RISK TO MY LIFE. THANKS A LOT YOU MONEY MONGERS! YOU SHOULD BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR FAILURE OF NOTIFICATION.
2015-11-06
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-28
- VIN: JNRAR05Y4VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: MASSIVE RUST OF FRAME AND UNIT BODY SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CAUSING A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING, BRAKING AND CONTROL OF VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAUSE IS NO RUST UNDER COATING, POOR DESIGN, POOR WELDS, PRONE TO TEAR LOOSE FROM FIREWALL AND FRAME CAUSING CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AND POSSIBLY MY OWN DEATH. THEN THEIR REFUSAL TO COMPENSATE IN ANY WAY FOR THEIR DESIGN ERRORS IS UNACCEPTABLE. THERE WAS A SUDDEN DROP OF MY VEHICLE HEIGHT AT THE DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL ALMOST CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. A WARNING LETTER AVAILABLE IN 2011 WAS NEVER SENT TO ME, POSSIBLY MAKING IT POSSIBLE TO REPAIR. UPDATED 03/10/16.*JB
2015-04-16
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-13
- VIN: JNRAR05Y0VW
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4 EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN LTX M/S TIRES, SIZE: PT245/70 R16 (NA). WHILE ADDING AIR TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE, THE CONTACT NOTICED TREAD SEPARATION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS INFORMED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ONLY REPLACED THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
2014-04-30
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-14
- VIN: JNRAR05Y3VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I OWN A 1997 INFINITI QX4. WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH OR MORE, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO WOBBLE AND VIBRATE VIOLENTLY, SEEMINGLY FROM THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MECHANICS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE THE REAR SHOCKS AND PASSENGER SIDE BUSHINGS AND TRAIL STABILIZER BAR AND FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO EXPERIENCE THE WOBBLE, SHAKE, FISHTAIL AND EARTHQUAKE. " I BOUGHT THIS 1997 INFINITI QX4 FROM CARS UNLIMITED HERE IN HOUSTON, TX. THE OWNER IS[XXX]AND I BOUGHT 'AS IS'. ALTHOUGH DEALER OWNER WAS NON-INTEGRAL, LIED AND TOLD ME VEHICLE WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND SAFE, HE IS NOT LIABLE UNDER RULE BY THE AS IS. THIS VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO OVER 6 MECHANICS BY NOW. ALL TELL ME VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE. I TRIED MAKING IT SAFER SINCE I AM STUCK WITH IT BY CHANGING THE SHOCKS AND THE TRAILER STABILIZER BAR AFTER I LEARNED IT HAD BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE PASSENGER SIDE BAR WAS BENT. THAT BY NO MEANS FIXED THE EARTHQUAKE SWAYING AND THE AWFUL REAR END FISH-TAILING ALL OVER THE ROAD. CAN'T DRIVE IT IN THE RAIN. CAN'T GET CAUGHT IN THE RAIN, IT SLIDES INTO OTHER PEOPLE'S LANES. COPS LOOK AT ME CRAZY AS IF I'M DRUNK. I DRIVE 40 MILES OR LESS TO KEEP FROM GETTING PULLED OVER. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WHO HANDLED THE PREVIOUS DRIVERS' CLAIM SHOULD HAVE SALVAGED IT. IT LOOKS SUPER PRETTY ON THE OUTSIDE. WILL FOOL A LOT OF WOMEN INTO BUYING IT. NOT SAFE! *JS
2014-04-29
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-14
- VIN: JNRAR05Y3VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 1997 INFINITI FROM CARS UNLIMITED; OWNER[XXX] I BOUGHT 'AS IS'. ALTHOUGH DEALER OWNER WAS NON-INTEGRAL, LIED AND TOLD ME VEHICLE WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AND SAFE, HE IS NOT LIABLE UNDER RULE BY THE AS IS. VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO OVER 6 MECHANICS BY NOW. ALL TELL ME VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY UNSAFE. I TRIED MAKING IT SAFER SINCE I AM STUCK WITH IT BY CHANGING THE SHOCKS AND THE TRAILER STABILIZER BAR AFTER I LEARNED IT HAD BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE PASSENGER SIDE BAR WAS BENT. THAT BY NO MEANS FIXED THE EARTHQUAKE SWAYING AND THE AWFUL REAR END FISH-TAILING ALL OVER THE ROAD. CAN'T DRIVE IT IN THE RAIN. CAN'T GET CAUGHT IN THE RAIN, IT SLIDES INTO OTHER PEOPLE'S LANES. COPS LOOK AT ME CRAZY AS IF I'M DRUNK. I DRIVE 40 MILES OR LESS TO KEEP FROM GETTING PULLED OVER. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WHO HANDLED THE PREVIOUS DRIVERS' CLAIM SHOULD HAVE SALVAGED IT. IT LOOKS SUPER PRETTY ON THE OUTSIDE. WILL FOOL A LOT OF WOMEN INTO BUYING IT. NOT SAFE! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) *JS
2012-09-13
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-18
- VIN: JNRAR05Y1VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT HOUSING WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONTACT MADE REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE AND LATER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V244000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE CONTACT HAD MADE ADEQUATE REPAIRS TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT HOUSING, PER THE RECALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MOST RECENTLY, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE STRUT TOWER HAD ALSO BECOME DEFECTIVE, CAUSING THE STRUT HOUSING TO BECOME SEPARATED FROM THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE FOR THE MOST RECENT FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEALER PREVIOUSLY ADDED A PROTECTIVE COATING TO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE STRUT HOUSING WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR INSPECTION UNDER THE RECALL BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT PROVIDED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 174,000.
2012-09-11
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-01
- VIN: JNRAR05Y4VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 1997 QX4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING MALFUNCTIONING PARTS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALLED PART CAUSED OTHER MECHANICAL PROBLEMS TO OTHER COMPONENTS ON THE VEHICLE. IT CAUSED THE TIRES TO PREMATURELY WEAR OUT, DUE TO THE SHOCK ABSORBERS BEING OVER-WORKED, AND IT CAUSED PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AS WELL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT PERFORM A THOROUGH JOB IN FIXING THE PROBLEM, AS THE VEHICLE IS STILL UNSAFE TO DRIVE. RECALL # 11V244000. *JB
2012-04-06
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-22
- VIN: JNRAR05Y5VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO WOBBLE AND VIBRATE VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE THE FRONT BUSHINGS, FRONT AXLES, TIE RODS, AND FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 138,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
2012-02-14
STEERING,SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-08
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNRAR05Y1VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Summary: AT 6:45 A.M CAR TRAVELING DOWN FREEZELAND ROAD, LINDEN, VA AT ABOUT 30MPH. WEATHER CONDITIONS: CLEAR, DRY. ROAD CONDITIONS: NO DEFECTS, OIL OR OTHER TRACTION FAULTS THAT WOULD CAUSE ACCIDENT. QX4 AS DESCRIBED BY WITNESS TO POLICE LOOKED AT THOUGH REAR OF VEHICLE BODY WAS ACTING INDEPENDENT OF BODY FRAME. AT THIS POINT DRIVER COULD NOT RECOVER, HAD NO TIME TO BRAKE, STEERING WOULD NOT RESPOND. QX4 WOULD NOT RESPOND AND CONTINUED STRAIGHT UP AN EMBANKMENT, HIT LARGE BOLDER AND FLIPPED ONTO PASSENGER SIDE. DRIVER WAS PULLED FROM VEHICLE BY RETIRED EMT. DRIVER SUSTAINED RIGHT KNEE INJURIES INCLUDING FRACTURE TO LOWER LEG DIRECTLY BELOW KNEE, LIGAMENT DAMAGE STILL BEING EVALUATED. DRIVER WAS NOT GIVEN CITATION BY VIRGINIA STATE POLICE, DUE TO DRIVER AND WITNESS STATEMENTS. STATE POLICE INDICATED THAT IT APPEARED TO BE A MAJOR MECHANICAL FAILURE. POLICE TROOPER INDICATED THAT 99 OUT OF 100 DRIVER IN SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WOULD HAVE RECEIVED A TICKET FOR WRECKLESS DRIVING. CAR HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE A TOTAL LOSS. IT IS CURRENTLY IN IMPOUND AT A FRONT ROYAL LOT. *TR
2012-01-17
SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-24
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNRAR05Y0VW
- Components: SUSPENSION,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: MY HUSBAND AND I WERE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON JANUARY 24TH 2010, WHILE TRAVELING N. ON STATE HWY 87 GOING TOWARDS PAYSON, AZ ALTHOUGH THERE HAD BEEN A LOT OF SNOW IN THE HIGHER ELEVATIONS THE ROADS WERE CLEAR AND APPEARED DRY. THE INCIDENT BEGAN WHEN I APPARENTLY ENCOUNTERED A PATCH OF BLACK ICE AS I BEGAN ACROSS A BRIDGE. I FELT THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE QUICKLY SLIDE LEFT. BECAUSE OF MY EXPERIENCE IN HANDLING THIS VEHICLE AND HOW WELL THIS VEHICLE HANDLES, I WAS EXTREMELY CONFIDENT IN MY ABILITY TO RECOVER FROM THE SLIDING WITHOUT INCIDENT. (I WAS THE 2ND OWNER & HAD IT 10YRS) I HAD COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE 1ST AND 2ND CORRECTIONS, HOWEVER AT THE BEGINNING OF THE 3RD & WHAT WOULD'VE BEEN THE LAST CORRECTION I FELT SOMETHING BREAK IN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL AREA. (IMAGINE BEING UP ON ALL FOURS AND YOUR LEFT ARM COLLAPSES OUT FROM UNDER YOU) AT THAT MOMENT I NO LONGER HAD CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BECAUSE WHATEVER HAPPENED CAUSED THE FAIL SAFES IN THE VEHICLE TO INSTANTLY SHUT EVERYTHING OFF! THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, THERE WAS NO POWER FOR ANYTHING! NO STEERING, NO BRAKES, NO POSSIBLE WAY TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM CRASHING. THE VEHICLE WAS PROPELLED ACROSS THE HWY FROM THE RIGHT SHOULDER AND AS IF THE DRIVERS CORNER WAS PINNED TO THE ROAD, IT TURNED JUST ENOUGH TO FACE THE CONCRETE MEDIAN, WHICH IT HIT HEAD-ON AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH. THE FORCE OF THE ENGINE PUSHING THROUGH THE FIRE WALL, SNAPPED MY RIGHT FEMUR. I WAS AIR LIFTED FROM THE SCENE WITH LIFE THREATENING INJURIES & TAKEN TO THE VALLEY. MY HUSBAND WHO WAS THE FRONT PASSENGER WAS TRANSPORTED TO PAYSON VIA AMBULANCE. ON THE MORNING OF THE 26TH HE SUDDENLY HAD TO BE AIR LIFTED TO THE VALLEY, WHERE HE DIED JUST A FEW HOURS LATER FROM INJURIES SUSTAINED IN THE ACCIDENT. IT WAS 1 1/2YRS LATER BEFORE I FOUND OUT IT WAS THE DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT THAT BROKE & CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH.
2011-11-30
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-27
- VIN: JNRAR05Y4VW
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V244000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT IN ADDITION TO THE FAILURE BEING ADDRESSED IN THE RECALL, THE FRONT PORTION OF THE FRAME WAS ALSO SUFFERING FROM RUST AND CORROSION. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ADDITIONAL FAILURES WERE NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL, BUT THE ADDITIONAL FAILURES WERE NOT BEING REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000.
2011-09-12
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-09
- VIN: JNRAR05Y2VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BUSHINGS FROM THE UPPER CONTROL ARM DETERIORATED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL ABNORMALLY WHEN ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHEN THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,015.
2011-03-23
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-16
- VIN: JNRAR05Y8VW
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 25 MPH AND BEGAN TO HAVE TROUBLE CONTROLLING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS CORROSION IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND SHE NEEDED A NEW VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY HAD THE STRUTS AND SUSPENSION REPLACED A YEAR EARLIER BECAUSE OF CORROSION AND WAS TOLD THAT THE VEHICLE WAS IN GOOD SHAPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS A SAFETY ISSUE, BECAUSE OF THE CORROSION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 172,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 174,000. UPDATED 05/20/11*LJ UPDATED 1/5/12 *CN
2011-03-22
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-19
- VIN: JNRAR05Y9VW
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE ON INTERSTATE 10, THE QX4 SHAKES UNCONTROLLABLY WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT TURN IN PORTION TO THE ROTATION OF TURNING THE WHEEL. CHANGED THE STRUTS IN THE FRONT AND THE BACK AND SHOCKS WITHOUT ANY PROGRESS.
2011-02-02
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-02
- VIN: JNRAR05Y7VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, HE STARTED TO HEAR A LOUD NOISE ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHO INFORMED HIM THAT THE FRONT LEFT SHOCK TOWER HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED DUE TO CORROSION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 90,000. UPDATED 04/15/11*LJ UPDATED 05/02/11
2011-02-02
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-15
- VIN: JNRAR05Y0VW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE STRUT TOWER RUSTED OUT ON MY 1997 INFINITI QX4. PART OF THE STRUT TOWER SHEARED, CREATING AN OBSTRUCTION THAT INTERFERED WITH VEHICLE STEERING. I WAS NOTIFIED OF THIS PROBLEM BY MY MECHANIC AFTER I ASKED HIM TO INSPECT THE SHOCKS AND STRUTS TO SEE IF THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. MY MECHANIC ADVISED ME TO PARK THE CAR UNTIL IT COULD BE REPAIRED SINCE IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. *TR
2011-02-02
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-05
- VIN: JNRAR05Y5VW
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 50 MPH OR MORE AND IT HIT A BUMP, THE STEERING BECAME UNSTABLE. THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THE CONTACT FELT AS IF HE WOULD LOSE CONTROL. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE STRUTS AND SHOCKS TWICE AND HAD THE LOWER TIE ROD, TIRE AND STEERING RACK REPLACED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 210,000.
2010-06-07
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-07
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: SIDE TO SIDE VEHICLE SHAKE. AT SPEEDS OVER 40 MPH ANY BUMP WILL SEND THE CAR INTO A VIOLENT SHAKE THAT CAN ONLY BE STOPPED BY APPLYING THE BRAKES. I REPLACED STRUTS, BALANCED TIRES AND HAD WHEEL ALIGNMENT, YET THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. *TR
2008-01-21
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-10
- VIN: JNRAR05Y5VW
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: GAS PEDAL STICKS FROM A COMPLETE STOP DURING SLIGHT ACCELERATION. IF I TRY TO FEATHER IT BEFORE FULL ACCELERATION, IT STILL JUMPS FORWARD. TECHNICIAN SAID IT'S IN THE CABLE. *TR
2008-01-21
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-11
- VIN: JNRAR05Y5VW
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONTINUED FAILURE TO PASS EMISSIONS INSPECTIONS; CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON; REPLACED MANIFOLD AND OTHER PARTS, BUT VEH. *TR
2007-11-16
STEERING,SUSPENSION,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-01
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,TIRES
- Summary: MY 1997 INFINITI QX4 STARTED TO HAVE A SIDE TO SIDE WOBBLE. IT GOT WORSE OVER TIME. NOW I CAN BARELY DRIVE ON THE FREEWAY. AT SPEEDS OF ABOUT 50-65 IT WOBBLES TO THE POINT THAT IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. I BOUGHT AN INFINITI FOR THE SAFETY AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN IT ANYMORE. I HAVE REPLACED SHOCKS, TIRES, HAVE DONE TIRE BALANCING, WHEEL ALIGNMENT. NONE HAVE DONE ANYTHING TO REMOTELY FIX THE PROBLEM. I CAN NOT AFFORD TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. A RECALL IS NEEDED FOR THE PATHFINDER AND QX4. *TR
1997 Infiniti Qx4 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1997 Infiniti Qx4.
2011-04-20
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STEERING:COLUMN
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY IN WHICH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED, A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAY ENTER AN ASSEMBLY LOCATION HOLE IN THE UPPER STRUT HOUSING, CAUSING WATER TO COLLECT AT THE MATING SURFACE OF THE STRUT HOUSING PANEL AND THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. OVER TIME, THIS SNOW/WATER AND SALT INTRUSION MAY RESULT IN CORROSION OF THE STRUT TOWER HOUSING IN SOME SUBJECT VEHICLES.
- Consequence: THE STRUT HOUSING MAY CRACK AND PULL AWAY FROM THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. THIS MAY LEAD TO GRINDING NOISES, INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, AND POSSIBLY THE STEERING COLUMN TO BREAK, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
2007-09-18
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DURING THE COATING PROCESS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY, AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF COATING MAY HAVE BEEN APPLIED AT THE LOWER MOUNTING BRACKET. THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING IN THE COATING WHICH CAN ALLOW WATER TO ENTER AND MAKE CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL OF THE TUBE.
- Consequence: THIS MAY RESULT IN SURFACE RUST BUT NOT PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. HOWEVER, IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, IF A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL, CORROSION MAY OCCUR TO A DEGREE WHICH RESULTS IN PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. IN THIS CASE FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHEN FILLING THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 1997 Infiniti Qx4 car reviews
Positive 1997 Infiniti Qx4 car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to let you know that I've never had an issue with it.
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My wife and I enjoy going out for the day and cruising around with the sunroof open. However, we find that the local roads, which are filled with potholes, can be a bit uncomfortable. This is especially true in the backseat where headroom is already limited. Despite this, we love to turn up the Bose system and enjoy the open road.
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This SUV has been a great car to own. It's been completely reliable with no time in the shop for anything. All the bells and whistles still work perfectly and it shines up nicely.
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This is such a reliable car! Even with almost a quarter million miles on it, I still average 17-18 miles per gallon. It accelerates quickly when needed and all the accessories, including the power sunroof, still work perfectly. I have no problem trusting it on long trips. The only thing that has been replaced is the AC compressor.
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My first SUV was bought used in '99 with 26,000 miles on it. It now has 60,000 miles. I had a minor issue with the exhaust system which the dealer repaired free of charge. Occasionally, the gas pedal sticks, but other than that, I have had no problems at all. I absolutely love it and would definitely consider buying another one. The smooth ride and luxurious feel inside the cabin are my favourite features. I highly recommend it!
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Nov 12, 2009 ... 1997 Infiniti QX4: Car Stalls; stalls at idle and while driving. Replaced Distributor but it didn't solve issues.
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Apr 3, 2008 ... My 1997 QX4 Has 189,000+ Miles On It! I bought my QX4 with 70,000 miles on it back in 2000 and it has never left me stranded.
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Mateo Dickens 2025-01-13
I've owned this vehicle for around 3 years and put 30k miles on it. It has been a reliable car, and maintenance has been manageable. The ride is a bit stiff, and the MPG is not great, averaging around 14-15MPG. The 3.3 V6 engine struggles to move this heavy SUV, but it is a nice luxury vehicle, and it performs exceptionally well in snowy conditions. It's a great winter vehicle. Although I've had some minor issues with the radio, starter, and other small things, they were not a big deal. However, my full-size Tahoe gets better MPG and has a lot more power.
Triston Moen 2024-11-03
This was my first car when I was 17 and I went to get it with my grandfather. The first 6 months were great and I really enjoyed driving this SUV. However, I did experience some issues with the rotors, which needed to be repaired twice in the past two years. Additionally, the air conditioning and struts needed to be replaced, which was quite costly. While I had some challenges with this car, I still appreciate the memories I made with it. If you're considering purchasing one, it's important to weigh the pros and cons and do your research. Japanese engineering has its strengths and weaknesses, so it's important to make an informed decision.
Cary Wiza 2024-10-11
I purchased this car last year with only 45k miles on it. It has been a reliable vehicle, although it does lack power. However, the suspension has been a bit of a disappointment. My little Frontier actually rides smoother than the QX4, which is supposed to be a luxury SUV. Unfortunately, any slight bump in the road causes the suspension to bottom out, which can be embarrassing when driving with friends. It's worth noting that the shocks were replaced, but it didn't make any difference. Additionally, it's difficult to find anything other than OEM shocks, so you can't even upgrade to stiffer shocks if you wanted to. All things considered, I have decided that this will be my last QX4.
Leonardo Stracke 2024-07-11
The interior is very nice and the controls are easy to use. The use of wood and leather is good. However, the car is underpowered and has less than good mileage. Additionally, the sunroof can be quite loud when open. On the bright side, the car has been totally trouble-free.