Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2021 Infiniti Q60
The 2021 Infiniti Q60 shows minor concerns with its engine control software and rear-view display, affecting usability but not performance. It's critical to ensure that the software updates have been applied to mitigate these issues. The overall owner feedback indicates minimal widespread issues, making it a fairly reliable choice for a used vehicle.
Known issues to inspect
ECM may reduce engine power
How to check: Verify with seller that ECM software update was done.
Rear-view image may not display
How to check: Confirm audio/video screen shows rear-view camera.
Rapid acceleration complaints
How to check: Test drive for any engine stutter on acceleration.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises or hesitation.
Red flag: Loud knocking or hesitation in idle
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check if dashboard lights indicate issues.
Red flag: Any warning lights remain on
- 03
City driving
What to check: Observe for any lag in throttle response.
Red flag: Noticeable delay in acceleration
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure smooth power delivery without stutter.
Red flag: Power cuts or stuttering feel
- 05
Parking
What to check: Monitor for functional rear-view camera display.
Red flag: Camera does not display on screen
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the ECM software update been done?
- Are there any active recalls?
- Have any warning lights been on recently?
- How often has this car been serviced?
- Any recent issues with rear-view display?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of ECM software update
- Recall repair confirmations
- Service records
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/20/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2021 Infiniti Q60.