1997 Infiniti QX4 Infiniti QX4 1997

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1997 Infiniti QX4 repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (39%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (6%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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1997 Infiniti QX4 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (36%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1997 Infiniti QX4

Engine not specified

Infiniti in Massachusetts, United States
Jan 2012 - Mar 2012
Feb 2012

224200 mi

US $500
The brake failed to disengage while driving, which ruined the brake pads and rotors. 

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1997 Infiniti QX4 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

Infiniti in North Carolina, United States
- Mar 2018
Mar 2018

252800 mi

US $968
New front struts and alignment. 
Infiniti in Florida, United States
Nov 2009 - Mar 2012
Jan 2010

217000 mi

US $100
Replaced bushings on rear control arms. Both upper and lower control arm bushings. Vehicle was rolling back and forth on the suspension and inspection revealed bushings were shot. Replaced pinion seal in transmission after noticing hydraulic fluid on crankcase. 
May 2010

224200 mi

US $175
Hairline crack in radiator for last 4 months. Tried sealing with JB weld several times, but it only worked for a week or so each time. Slow water release over 10-14 days. Finally ordered and installed new radiator. Oil leak from left valve cover. Replaced left valve cover gasket.  
Jun 2010

225000 mi

US $200
Loss of power on interstate. Car would not restart after shutting down. Towed to auto hobby shop. Replaced battery (dead cell). 12 hours later same symptoms returned. Replaced alternator (original alt!) Car runs fine.  
Dec 2010

240000 mi

US $160
Rear drive shaft vibration increasing over time. Replaced U-joints 6 months ago, but that problem was really the drive shaft out of balance. Removed drive shaft and took it to a specialist who said it was trashed. Purchased used online.  
Mar 2011

245000 mi
Coolant leaking into passenger compartment. Problem diagnosed as cracked heater core. After examining options (replacement) decided to bypass heater core by connecting intake and outtake lines together, resulting in NO HEATING CAPABILITY. 
Feb 2012

270000 mi

US $120
Excessive swaying in rear end. Replaced L and R rear upper and lower control arms. Front control arms loose and wobbly. Replaced front control arms. Noticed rubber bushings badly worn and stiff. 
Mar 2012

271000 mi

US $50
Front sway bar rods loose and leaking grease at rubber housing. 
Infiniti in Utah, United States
Aug 2009 - Jul 2014
Oct 2011

139500 mi
I had the stock exhaust, which was a bit rotted from midwest salt, replaced from the cat back with a flowmaster muffler and plain pipe. Replaced torn cv boot on one of the front halfshafts.  
Dec 2011

142000 mi

US $700
Timing belt tensioner pulley sqeaked when cold. Replaced pulley along with water pump, belts inside and out. 
Mar 2012

146000 mi

US $500
Front wheel bearings worn out. Suspect degreasing from a long dunk in a creek two years ago. Front brake pads also replaced. 
Jun 2014

163000 mi

US $400
New bushings Water pump failed 

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