2003 Infiniti Qx4 problems
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Common 2003 Infiniti Qx4 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2003 Infiniti QX4, several common problems have been reported:
- SES Light Illumination: The SES (Service Engine Soon) light comes on, often due to issues with the fuel cap or the post-cat O2 sensors. Replacing the O2 sensors may temporarily resolve the problem, but it can reoccur unless the ECU is reprogrammed.
- BOSE CD System Skipping: The BOSE CD system in the 2003 Infiniti QX4 has been reported to keep skipping CDs after a couple of years of use. Installing an aftermarket system to replace it is noted as challenging.
- IVIS Sensitivity: The Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer System (IVIS) is sensitive to interference from other RFID sources like access cards. This sensitivity can lead to intermittent failures in recognizing the key, causing inconvenience for owners.
- Brake Pedal Travel: A common complaint among owners is the brake pedal travel, which may require some adjustment and getting used to. This issue is shared with Pathfinders and QX4s.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the 2003 Infiniti QX4 have faced, ranging from mechanical concerns to electronic system malfunctions.
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.
Is INFINITI QX4 body on frame?
But don't let all this luxury fool you. The QX4 is still one tough soldier. Like the Pathfinder, the QX4 uses MonoFrame construction, a hybrid of unibody and body-on-frame design, providing a solid platform.
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
2003 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
- Structure problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2003 Infiniti Qx4 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2003 Infiniti Qx4 complaints
The NHTSA has received 22 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2003 Infiniti Qx4.
2019-07-31
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: JNRDR09Y23W
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I KEEP GETTING NOTICES ABOUT THIS AIRBAG RECALL, BUT THIS VEHICLE WAS DONATED TO HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL AND BROKEN DOWN FOR PARTS. THIS VEHICLE HASN'T BEEN ON THE ROAD FOR OVER 3 YEARS. PLEASE TAKE THIS OFF THE RECALL LIST.
2018-06-20
STEERING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-21
- Components: STEERING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: BOUGHT A USED CAR FROM A USED CAR DEALER WITH 1 PREVIOUS OWNER. IN 2011 A RECALL WAS SUPPOSEDLY DONE BY INDICATING "INSPECTED!" WHY WASN'T THE PARTS REPLACED?
2018-04-04
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-16
- VIN: JNRDR09Y73W
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2003 INFINITI QX4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE FRONT STRUT TOWER SEVERE RUSTS AND CRACKS RECALL ISSUES. *SMD *TR
2018-03-20
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-19
- VIN: JNRDR09Y23W
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THIS CONCERN IS INVOLVING THE R1109 RECALL ISSUED BY INFINITI. THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED SIX YEARS AGO, HOWEVER RUST, AND HOLES IN THE METAL ARE NOW VISIBLE. I WAS TOLD THAT BECAUSE THE RECALL WAS ALREADY PERFORMED, THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO TO ASSIST ME. THIS VEHICLE WILL SOON BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE.
2017-02-20
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-02
- VIN: JNRDR09Y83W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE CONTROL ARM IS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY AS THE PATHFINDERS THAT THEY RECALLED AND IS DOING EXACTLY AS THEY HAVE DONE...BUT THERE IS NO RECALL ON THE INFINITI I WAS WONDERING WHY THOSE AND NOT THE INFINITI AS WE LIVE IN MASSACHUSETTS AND THE SALT DOES THE SAME ON THIS CAR NOW WE HAVE THE DEATH WOMBLE ON THIS CAR
2016-04-27
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-15
- VIN: JNRDR09Y23W
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. WHILE DRIVING OVER 45 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS CRACKED DUE TO RUSTING AND CORROSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
2014-12-03
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-26
- VIN: JNRDR09Y13W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL FILLER NECK HAS CORRODED CAUSING GAS TO LEAK ON TO TIRE AND BRAKES WHILE FILLING GAS TANK. RECALL OF PREVIOUS MODEL. *JS
2014-09-02
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-30
- VIN: JNRDR09Y13W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RUNNING BOARDS ARE COMPLETELY RUSTED, THEY WILL EITHER FALL OFF WHILE DRIVING AND COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR AN UNSUSPECTING PERSON COULD BE RELYING ON THEM TO ENTER THE SUV AND HURT THEM SELVES. THE SUV WAS WELL TAKEN CARE OF, 1 OWNER, AND THE FRAME RAILS AND CHASSIS ARE CONSIDERABLY RUST FREE. HOW COME THESE ARE IN SUCH BAD CONDITION? WHY DON'T INFINITI HAVE REPLACEMENTS FOR THEM ALONE AND NOT THE WHOLE RUNNING BOARD FOR OVER $1300 PER SIDE! THAT'S INSANE AND NO ONE IS GOING TO PAY THAT FOR A 11+ YEAR OLD SUV! *TR
2012-04-11
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-02
- VIN: JNRDR09Y73W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 2003 INFINITY QX4. ATTORNEY WRITES ON BEHALF OF THE CONSUMER IN REGARDS TO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT TOWER HOUSING UNIT *TGW THE LAWYER STATED HIS CLIENT'S VEHICLE WAS SEIZED BY INFINITI AND THEY OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK. HIS CLIENT NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER AND WAS ONLY MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM WHEN HE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICING. RECALL# 11V244000. *JB UPDATED 08/09/12
2012-02-03
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-01
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: PASSENGER SIDE STRUT TOWER COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT, THE DEALERSHIP DEEMED THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HOWEVER, THE CURRENT RECALL DOES NOT COVER THE PASSENGER SIDE, ONLY THE DRIVERS SIDE AND IT'S MY RESPONSIBILITY TO COVER THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT. *KB
2011-05-09
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-04-27
- Number Of Injuries: 4
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNRDR09X53W
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE WHILE CHANGING LANES. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND ALL FOUR PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES. ONE OF THE PASSENGERS ALSO SUSTAINED A DISLOCATED SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 95,000.
2011-02-14
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-14
- VIN: JNRDR09Y53W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A BANGING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT STRUT TOWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT WHERE THE SUBFRAME MET THE SHOCK TOWER WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED. THE MECHANIC STATED HE WOULD HAVE TO WELD IN NEW METAL IN ORDER TO REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THERE WAS AN OPEN INVESTIGATION PE11004 (SUSPENSION: FRONT: SHOCK ABSORBE AND SUSPENSION: FRONT: MACPHERSON STRUT ). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
2011-02-14
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-07
- VIN: JNRDR09Y53W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LEAN TOWARDS THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND THEN RESUMED WITH CAUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY INFORMED THAT THE FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED; AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE STRUT TOWER FRACTURED DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION. THE TECHNICIAN ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD EVENTUALLY AFFECT THE STEERING. THE CONTACT PLANNED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THERE WAS AN OPEN INVESTIGATION ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA ACTION NUMBER PE11004 (SUSPENSION: FRONT: SHOCK ABSORBER). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 149,000. UPDATED 03/22/11*LJ UPDATED 1/4/11 *CN
2010-07-13
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-03
- VIN: JNRDR09YX3W
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING A TURN AT 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE REAR AXLE WAS EXTENDED THREE FEET FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER ADVISED THERE WAS NOT A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE AND ANY REPAIRS WOULD BE AT HIS EXPENSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 74,000.
2010-04-12
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-12
- VIN: JNRDR09X63W
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THERE IS A PULSING FEEL IN THE BRAKES. HAVE CHECKED ONLINE AND REALIZED THAT IT SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ENOUGH COMPLAINT BY OTHER OWNERS. ON HARD STOPS THE PUSH BACK BY THE PEDAL IS HARD ENOUGH THAT THE BRAKES LOCKUP INTERMITTENTLY. THIS IS DIFFERENT FROM THE PULSING FEEL OF THE ANTI-LOCK SYSTEM. IT FEELS AS THOUGH THE ROTORS ARE WARPED. IT IS FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO, AND INCREASINGLY IN THE VEHICLE IN NORMAL DRIVING WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKES. IT IS NOT THE TIRES WHICH ARE FASTIDIOUSLY KEPT NEW OMI. NO INCIDENT YET BUT I BELIEVE THERE IS A TREND THAT NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED. *TR
2009-12-02
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-01
- VIN: JNRDR09Y23W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SEVERE CORROSION ON FACTORY INSTALLED RUNNING BOARDS ON INFINITY QX4 WHICH COULD COLLAPSE CAUSING INJURY. *TR
2009-08-20
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-18
- VIN: JNRDR09Y73W
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 INFINITI QX4. THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS ROLL DOWN WITHOUT WARNING INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 71,000. UPDATED 09/23/09. *LJ UPDATED 09/23/09.*JB
2009-03-13
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-14
- VIN: JNRDR09Y73W
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 INFINITI QX4 ON THE HIGHWAY, I NOTICED A SEVERE VIBRATION COMING FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE AND TIRE. I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL SERVICE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY TOOK OFF MY LEFT FRONT TIRE AND SAW WHERE MY INNER APRON WAS SEVERELY CORRODED, CRACKED AND PERFORATED.THEY STATED THEY NEVER SEEN SUCH A TYPE OF CORROSION IN THIS AREA AND THAT I SHOULD HAVE THE MANUFACTURER LOOK AT IT AND TAKE IT TO A BODY SHOP. THEY STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS IT WAS A SERIOUS SAFETY RISK AS THE STRUT TOWER COULD DISLODGE AND COME UP THROUGH THE HOOD OF MY VEHICLE WHICH IS CLOSE TO MY BRAKE LINE AND COULD AFFECT MY STEERING. I DID TAKE IT 2 BODY SHOPS BOTH OF WHICH CONCURRED THAT THIS TYPE OF CORROSION SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED AND THEY ALSO STRESSED IT WAS COMPROMISING MY SAFETY AND THERE COULD BE A SHIFT OF MY SUSPENSION AND LOSS OF CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. I DID CONTACT INFINITI SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND IT WAS ONLY GLANCED AT NOT INSPECTED. I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH INFINITI CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND WROTE A LETTER TO THE OWNER OF CLOSEST DEALERSHIP. I WAS THAN ABOUT A WEEK LATER ASKED BY THE LOCAL DEALER IF THEY COULD LOOK AT MY SUV AGAIN AND PICTURES WERE EMAILED BY BODY SHOP TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF DEALERSHIP AND SENT TO CORPORATE AND MY REQUEST TO HAVE THEM REPAIR VEHICLE WAS DENIED AND I HAVE HAD VEHICLE REPAIRED AT MY COST AT LOCAL BODY SHOP. PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE THAT WERE TAKEN BY BODY SHOP AND I STATEMENT OF SERIOUS SAFETY RISK OF VEHICLE IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM BODY SHOP. *TR
2004-01-23
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THERE WAS A SEVERE PULSATION IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKE WERE APPLIED. THE DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE VEHICLE OVER 20 TIMES. *JB
2004-01-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-31
- VIN: JNKCV54EX3M
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING FUEL LINE DISCONNECTED FROM THE FUEL TANK . THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER, AND HAD VEHICLE TOWED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
2003-10-15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-03
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNRDR09Y03W
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH ON A DRY SINGLE LANE PAVED ROAD, I UNAVOIDABLY RAN MY INFINITI QX4 SUV OVER A TREE BRANCH IN THE ROAD. THE TREE BRANCH BRIEFLY BECAME ENTANGLED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND THEN WAS EXPELLED. ONCE THE TREE BRANCH WAS RELEASED, MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO MY INIFINITI DEALER WHO PUT THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT. EXAMINATION SHOWED NO DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OTHER THAN THE WIRING ASSEMBLY TO THE FRONT WHEEL SENSOR HAD ITS WIRE AND ELECTRICAL PIN PULLED FROM THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO THE FRONT WHEEL SENSOR. ABS FOR THE VEHICLE WAS DISABLED. *LA
2003-03-29
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-14
- VIN: JNRBS08W53X
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I RECENTLY TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW INFINITY FX45. IT NOW HAS ABOUT 600 MILES ON IT. THE HEADLIGHTS ARE AIMED TOO LOW TO ILLUMINATE THE ROAD AHEAD. VISIBILITY IS SEVERELY LIMITED TO ABOUT 2+ CAR LENGTHS AHEAD. I CANNOT MAINTAIN MINIMAL SPEED ON AN UNLIT HIGHWAY, OR WHEN OTHER CARS ARE NOT TRAVELING WITH ME. THE DEALER STATES THAT THE HEADLIGHTS ARE "WITHIN FACTOR SPEC" AND WILL DO NOTHING TO ASSIST. HE WILL NOT CHECK IT AT NIGHT; NOR WILL HE CHECK MY CAR AGAINST OTHERS IN THE SHOP OR ON THE DEALERSHIP FLOOR. THE DEALER ADDS THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO ADJUST THESE LIGHTS AS THERE IS NO ADJUSTMENT CAPABILITY BUILT INTO THE HEADLIGHT MODULE. THE DEALER, PEPE INFINITY, WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601, WILL NO LONGER DISCUSS THE PROBLEM WITH ME; NOR HAS ANYONE CONTACTED ME TO ATTEMPT TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. IF I CANNOT DRIVE THE CAR AFTER DARK, I WANT TO GET ANOTHER CAR OR HAVE THE PROBLEM FIXED. INFINITY USA SAYS EXACTLY THE SAME THING. THEIR POSITION IS THAT IF INFINITY RELEASED THE CAR, IT MUST MEET ALL FEDERAL SPECIFICATIONS, AND WILL DO NOTHING MORE. THEY DID AGREE TO LET ME VISIT ANOTHER INFINITY DEALER TO "INDEPENDENTLY" CHECK THE HEADLIGHTS, BUT IT WILL PROBABLY BE AT MY OWN EXPENSE. IN THE MEANTIME, THE CAR IS VIRTUALLY UNDRIVEABLE AT NIGHT UNLESS DRIVEN IN A LIGHTED AREA AND AT LOW SPEEDS. *NLM
2003 Infiniti Qx4 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2003 Infiniti Qx4.
2022-08-09
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 QX4, 2006-2010 M35 and M45; Nissan 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback vehicles. Please see Nissan's recall report for the specific part numbers. These replacement inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
2020-01-09
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.
2015-05-15
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.
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.
Positive 2003 Infiniti Qx4 car reviews
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2003 Infiniti QX4 Reviews - Carsurvey.org
http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/infiniti/qx4/2003/
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Anything I should be looking for on a 2003 QX4? - Nissan Forum ...
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INFINITI QX4 Problems and Complaints - 13 Issues
https://repairpal.com/problems/infiniti/qx4
Top INFINITI QX4 Problems · Erratic Idle Speed and Increased Accelerator Pedal Effort · The 4WD Light May Flash On and Off Intermittently · Evap System Fault Due ...
2003 Infiniti QX4 Reliability - Consumer Reports
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/infiniti/qx4/2003/reliability/
Reliability ... Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead.
2003 INFINITI QX4 Problems and Complaints - 4 Issues
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Problem with your 2003 INFINITI QX4? Our list of 4 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2003 INFINITI QX4.
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Are you having problems with your 2003 Infiniti Qx4?
Emile Osinski 2025-01-23
For several months, you dreamed of owning one of these vehicles, and finally, the day came that you got up and got in. Congratulations on your new QX4! The interior is beautiful, and the ride is like no other. Being that it is the last model year, of course, you got a great deal. If you are seriously looking for a mid-size SUV, this is it. Think long term!
Omari Russel 2025-01-19
We're so glad to hear that you've been enjoying your car for long distance driving! It's great to know that it handles well and is comfortable, with plenty of space for all your luggage. And it's even better to hear that you haven't had any problems after 50000 miles. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
Jett McGlynn 2025-01-12
The QX4 has been an excellent purchase. It drives smoothly on expressways and paved roads, and has impressive acceleration. The steering is reliable and provides a secure feeling. The interior is well-designed, with a nicely laid out dashboard and tasteful woodgrain accents. Although the back seat is not as comfortable as the front, the SUV still provides a pleasant driving experience. Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase and look forward to driving it daily.
Kole Kautzer 2024-11-05
Hey there! I'm so glad to hear that you loved it! Just to clarify, are you referring to the second option? Let me know if you have any questions or need further assistance.
Percival Kessler 2024-11-05
Leased a 2000 because of a lease deal and my need. I really liked it so much that I leased an additional one in 2001. This vehicle was vastly improved with a bigger engine, more power gizmos, an Infinity clock, express auto up and down windows, and lots of other nice features. Now that the 2000 lease is up, I just bought another one and it is a wonderful car. I have never had three of the same thing in a row before! Five stars!