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Re: QX56 paint chips [hack821]
by sgw1
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Feb 04, 2009 (4:14 pm)
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Replying to: hack821 (Nov 17, 2008 8:12 pm)
I am having the same issue with my 2007. Dealer says paint chips and not covered. I've taken to inspecting everyQX56 I see and 75% of them have the same issue.
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Re: dvd screen rattles [hack821]
by moec
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Jun 17, 2009 (2:15 pm)
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Replying to: hack821 (Nov 17, 2008 8:11 pm)
I had a 2007 Infiniti Qx56 and this will be a general answer to many issues I see in this forum, I had paint peeling , I had Dvd ratteling The dealer also claimed this was all normal and I did not buy that answer, We had argued and then they finally offered to repaint my bumpers and inner door panels, I did buy this brand new and did not want a repaint on even 1 inch of my SUV, I chose to take this to arbitration and my case was heard by CAMVAP which is free service and protects the consumer if the consumer feels they are getting jacked by the manufacture, The arbitrator had forced them to do all repairs and clearly said paint peeling is not normal if there is no stone chip or scratch and the DVD raddle is infact not normal , They did paint and try to repair the vehicle and they claimed it was perfect , I disagreed and asked the arbitrator to re-examine the truck priot to making a final decision, He had looked at the truck and ordered a buy back and granted me a full refund less my driven milage. These are the steps in Canada as for people in the U.S you are lucky the lemon law is in place and should be easier. This is my second battle with Nissan Canada 1st on my 2004 Armada a lemon with the same issues and they lost that also, So if you have a used one or a new one the paint issue is a factory defect and the dvd rattle is also a factory defect so do not take this " it is normal , this is far from normal and they have to fix it.
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Should I Buy a QX56?
by cryptoidman
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Jul 14, 2009 (6:50 am)
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There is a lot of talk about the problems people are having with their QX56s. Bottom lone; should I buy one? I am in the market for a larger SUV as our family has grown. I was looking at the GM larger SUVs when I came across the QX56. I have found a few 2005s and 2006s for sale.
Aside of all the problems (paint, brakes, rattles, etc.) should I buy one or stay away? I can check to see if the brakes have been replaced and hear for rattles, but what is the bottom line?
Thanks for your input.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [cryptoidman]
by linkybo
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Jul 14, 2009 (6:56 am)
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Replying to: cryptoidman (Jul 14, 2009 6:50 am)
Stay away. Especially from the 2004's. Look at all the big, black dots it got from Consumer Reports.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [cryptoidman]
by sjt708
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Jul 14, 2009 (7:03 am)
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Replying to: cryptoidman (Jul 14, 2009 6:50 am)
I had a 2005 and had a ton of problems with it. I have a 2008 now and have not had any problems with it.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [cryptoidman]
by moec
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Jul 14, 2009 (7:31 am)
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Replying to: cryptoidman (Jul 14, 2009 6:50 am)
Well I had a 2004 and Junk it was , we went to court and it was declared lemon by the judge and by back was order, I then waited and purchased a 2007 thinking they would have fixed the issues and again landed in court and judge ordered it a lemon and a Buy Back, Now I am looking for a larger SUV and I must say they are the biggest and nicest , I looked at the GL550 and they are small, So I am looking at the 2010 Infiniti but My test drive will be on a real bumpy road and I will put it through some tests and I hope they have finally changed. So Be carefully look at all seams , bumper and door seams check paint pealing there.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [cryptoidman]
by shark715
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Jul 14, 2009 (1:00 pm)
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Replying to: cryptoidman (Jul 14, 2009 6:50 am)
The early model years (2004 and 2005) were horrible as Nissan had major quality control issues in their new Mississippi plant. The more recent model years have been much better, but they still are far away from having the best frequency of repair records. Just look at Consumer Reports. Have you considered a Sequoia? Not as upscale a name plate as an Infiniti, but if you look at the Platinum model you might be surprised at how well equipped it is...and how high the price is  If it's not out of your price range, look at the LX470...quite a vehicle, but the Sequoia has more room in the back.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [shark715]
by cryptoidman
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Jul 14, 2009 (7:07 pm)
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Replying to: shark715 (Jul 14, 2009 1:00 pm)
Thanks so much to all of you for your input! This would never have been possible years ago and I would have been stuck. I am going to test drive with eyes open. The guy is now at $30 for 34K miles for his 2005. I will also try the Sequoia. Prestige is not necessary, just looking for a nice ride.
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Re: Should I Buy a QX56? [cryptoidman]
by cryptoidman
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Jul 14, 2009 (7:18 pm)
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Replying to: cryptoidman (Jul 14, 2009 6:50 am)
OK, I looked at the Platinum Sequoia, but it only comes in 2008 or newer which is out of my budget range of $30-35K.
My needs are third row, heated second row, 4WD, sunroof, DVD, and Nav. I know, "gee that all??" So like I said I was originally looking at Denalis, Tahoe LTZs, Yukons.
Anyone have a good suggestion?
Thanks, you guys are the best!
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Re: 4x4 [ubarragan]
by cryptoidman
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Jul 14, 2009 (7:29 pm)
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Replying to: ubarragan (Jan 03, 2009 2:38 pm)
Always good to hear a happy ending. How are things going now? Any problems? What type of extended warranty did you buy?
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