Infiniti QX60 transmission shudder

This is a short video demonstrating the transmission shudder/stutter issue on my 2014 Infiniti QX60 even after having the transmission replaced under warranty. This is a common issue with the CVT transmissions on the '13 JX35, '14 QX60, and '13-'14 Pathfinder.

[fcg]

We have a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum AWD and the shutter on ours began at around 7k miles. I kept driving it like that until 21k miles when the recall came out to replace the control module early this year I believe which was determined by Nissan to cause this shutter problem. They replaced the module, inspected the CVT chain and flushed/replaced the CVT oil plus extended the warranty to 8 years. So far our PF has been shutter and trouble free after this recall. I do not know if your has already been taken care of but I am now very happy with the PF.

[ravendavid]

I have an early 2013 JX35 built in late 2012 and has no problems with the stock CVT. I have 189K on it right now and still purring/whining like a kitten.

[jimjim]

Thank you for this - what an eye opener!! I was just about to trade in my 2009 Acura MDX on a 2014 QX60 - won't happen now!!! Much appreciated.

[erickeith]

I have a 2014 that has minor shuddering at low speeds or on very bumpy roads. The bottom line is the shuddering is common to CVTs, no matter who makes it, because it's an innate feature/flaw. A CVT is designed to hunt for certain gear ratios...which is sometimes good and other times bad. Typically the shudder is most pronounced at low speeds/RPMs, typically 15-25 mph and 800-1200 RPMs. Feedback/response issues will occur at in this condition when combined with variable road conditions. Another problem/feature of this transmission is that it will reduce power to preserve itself. Heavy acceleration on uneven/bumpy roads (or steep inclines) will cause a loss of power as the CVT tries to safely manage torque and stress. In most cases you have to ease your foot off the gas and then reapply power. Note: I gun my QX60 all the time and get no shudder whatsoever. This QX60 in the video clearly has a major issue not addressed by a transmission swap.

[MRCRUZER]

I am so glad I saw you video. Was not aware of this transmission problem. I was considering buying a used 2017 QX60. This video definitely made my decision final. I am considering the Acura RDX. Thanks

[pgrimm]

I leased a 2014 QX60 and had absolutely NO problems at all! I do remember getting the CVT updated due to that recall and the car drove better afterwards but certainly wasn't broken in the first place! Shocked to see the reliability ratings. Had 5 Infiniti's now between the family and they have all been great cars. Turned in the QX60 with 35, 000 miles

[BirdDog.]

My 17 blew its transmission at 15k. Dealer told me they found an extra bolt floating around that caused the failure. After watching your video it seems this wasn't a one time incident. I was thinking of buying it out, but now I know I'll release a new qx.

[AugieRomero]

I had a 2015 QX60 on lease, no problems, having a CVT had some getting used to. Finally traded in the 2015 for the new 2018 QX60, love this SUV and transmission has better configuration.

[matrafa]

I heard about these problems so I waited for the 2015 model. I had a 2015 premium plus I bought brand new and had absolutely no problems with it. I unfortunately totaled it when it only had 10k miles. Then I bought a 2015 deluxe with 12k miles. It now has 26k and runs great! It's a daily driver, weekend and road trip car. Get a 2015 or newer!

[HuiDaddy]

just rebuilt my 2014 CVT at a transmissions specialist in Torrance, CA (Atlas Transmission). he described my problem even before I could describe my problem. $2500 and 1 week and the car is now driving like it should. extended warranty was @ 92K miles for transmission. I brought it into dealer at 98k miles and they wouldn't help me out. good luck everyone.

[PolloLocster]

Thanks for the info, I was on my way to look at a 2014!

[JohnSmith-ojxi]

I looked at the Pathfinder back in 2013 but I'm glad I went with the Mazda cx9, a better price and fun to drive with no problems

[andersonconsultingCLE]

SO GLAD I watched this video before looking further into purchasing a 2014 QX60...I thought the fact that the low mileage on the car was a plus, this being 2018. I appreciate the time you took to put this vlog review together. For curiosity sake, I'm going ask the dealer about the transmission.

[VideosD]

Had a Nissan Pathfinder, same issue. There was a class action suit against the company in the U.S. I turned mine in under the Lemon Law. Nissan / Infinity had this issue for years and does nothing about but produce more junk CVT transmissions.

[dottieg]

I am currently dealing with this issue in my 2015 QX60. The dealership is giving me the run around. My car is still covered under warranty. The shudder finally happened while the tech was driving it, he said it was the fuel pump or transmission. They changed the fuel pump, it still did the stutter. Took it back they flushed the transmission and it continues to have the same problem. I have opened my 2nd claim with corporate

[ethanburnside]

Thanks for the video. Just hit 100k miles a few weeks ago in our 2014 QX60 (Hybrid AWD) on the way to the dealership for it's third transmission. Second transmission lasted 22k miles. We were lucky to have purchased the 120k extended warranty.

[cali]

Wow that’s for the info. I “was” looking at this car but after seeing this I’ve changed my mind.

[brian]

Same here, I bought 2014 Infiniti qx60 and had been to the Infiniti dealer to fix my transmission for 4 times so far.

[Mhike-mx]

Glad my 2014 pathfinder has not had any issues at all. 63000km now. Fingers crossed

[sarahdanh]

My car is currently in the Infiniti shop for the same issue. I almost got rear ended on the freeway when my car started losing speed and started juddering and jerking then completely died. I had it towed into the shop and after running diagnostic they told me that the cvt transmission scan came out negative. My quote to get this fix since I am out of warranty will be around $2500!! I've had this judder and lost of acceleration issue around the 2nd year but not so serious. I brought it in for routine maintenance over the years and mentioned it to infiniti a few times but they never updated the software.This is obviously a major problem as well as a safety issue.