2016 Infiniti QX70 maintenance schedule

The 2016 QX70 is part of the S51 generation (2014-2017), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2016 QX70 needs, and when

All 10 of these items come from Infiniti's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Infiniti's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

V8 demands 6.8 quarts; synthetic essential.

5,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Engine air filter15,000 mi / 18 monthsManufacturer
Cabin air filter15,000 mi / 18 monthsManufacturer
Tire rotation5,000 mi / 6 monthsManufacturer
Brake fluid30,000 mi / 3 yearsManufacturer
Engine coolant105,000 mi / 7 yearsManufacturer
Transmission fluid60,000 mi / 6 yearsManufacturer
Spark plugs105,000 mi / 7 yearsManufacturer
Serpentine belt40,000 mi / 4 yearsManufacturer
Differential and transfer case fluid

Transfer case flush critical for Intelligent AWD response and clutch pack health.

30,000 mi / 3 yearsManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
5W-30, 5.2 qt
Coolant
Nissan Blue Long Life
Transmission fluid
Nissan Matic S

Powertrains in this generation

  • 3.7L 6-cyl (VQ37VHR), 325 hp, 7-Speed Automatic, RWD / AWD
  • 5.0L 8-cyl (VK50VE), 390 hp, 7-Speed Automatic, AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

No NHTSA recalls matched the 2016 Infiniti QX70

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Infiniti dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Other QX70 model years

S51 (2014-2017)

Shopping new? The Infiniti QX70 guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-22. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

Running a QX70 for income?

Carlyle scores the exact listing on cost per remaining mile and projected Turo income, so you know what a 2016 QX70 earns before you buy it.

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