Recall 18V355 affects 6 2018 INFINITI QX30 vehicles for a right-side lower seat belt anchorage defect. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 6 2018 QX30 vehicles because the bolt securing the right-side lower seat belt anchorage has an installation defect from production. If that anchorage detaches in a crash, injury risk increases, and INFINITI dealers will complete the free repair.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
On the 2018 INFINITI QX30, the lower seat belt anchorage is the fixed point near the seat base where the belt attaches to the vehicle structure. It keeps the belt in position so the belt can hold the occupant against the seat during a crash, as referenced in NHTSA campaign 18V355.
The problem is the bolt that secures the right-hand side lower seat belt anchorage. During production, that bolt was installed incorrectly and cross-threaded. A cross-threaded bolt does not sit correctly in the threads, so the anchor is not clamped to the body the way it was designed. In a crash, that incorrect installation can let the right-hand side lower anchorage detach instead of staying fixed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can look normal during daily use because the defect is in the anchor bolt installation, not in the visible webbing or buckle. The repair uses the correct style anchor bolt.
Who's affected?
| 2018 INFINITI QX30 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 6 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 INFINITI QX30 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific crossover is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the lower seat belt anchorage detaches during a crash, the belt can lose proper support and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign to check before a crash, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair if your vehicle is included. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 INFINITI QX30 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to confirm the repair status and schedule the free seat belt anchorage repair if it is still open.
- Ask the dealer to weld in the new retaining plate and secure the lower seat belt anchor bolt, the repair that keeps the anchorage from detaching in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V355 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an INFINITI technician welds in a new retaining plate and secures the right side lower seat belt anchorage with a new anchor bolt. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The recall filing says all vehicles were repaired July 17, 2018. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| May 29, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| May 30, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
| June 9, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V355?
Recall 18V355 covers 6 2018 INFINITI QX30 vehicles with a right-side lower seat belt anchorage bolt that was installed incorrectly. In a crash, the anchorage can detach and increase injury risk. INFINITI dealers weld in a new retaining plate and install a new anchor bolt for free.
What should I do if my 2018 INFINITI QX30 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific QX30 is included in recall 18V355. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer and ask whether the seat belt anchorage repair is already complete. Reference recall 18V355 when you call, or call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and INFINITI dealers perform this seat belt anchorage repair free of charge. The remedy is a welded retaining plate and a new anchor bolt for the affected lower seat belt anchorage.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the lower seat belt anchorage can detach in a crash. If that happens, the seat belt anchorage will not hold as designed, increasing the risk of injury. The dealer repair secures the anchorage with a new retaining plate and anchor bolt.
Was the repair available for this INFINITI QX30 recall?
Yes. The recall remedy was available, and the filing states that all affected vehicles were repaired on July 17, 2018. A VIN check still matters because it confirms whether your specific QX30 was part of recall 18V355 and whether its recall record is closed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V355000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-662-6200 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V355 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V355000 |
Source documents
-
Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →