Recall 26V455 covers 168,149 2011-2027 INFINITI QX80, QX56, and Armada vehicles with incorrect GAWR labels. Free label replacement once available.
INFINITI is recalling 168,149 2011-2027 QX80, QX56, and Armada vehicles equipped with 22" wheels because the certification label lists an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating, which can let the vehicle be overloaded. An overloaded vehicle increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on these 2011-2027 INFINITI QX80, QX56, and Armada vehicles is the sticker that tells you key weight limits for the SUV. One of those limits is the Gross Axle Weight Rating, or GAWR, which is the allowed loaded weight on an axle. Owners use that number when loading passengers, cargo, and anything carried by the vehicle.
On affected SUVs with 22-inch wheels, the GAWR printed on the certification label is wrong. Nissan traced the issue to how the rating was calculated for the label. The calculation used only the maximum tire pressure, instead of using both the maximum tire pressure and the manufacturer recommended tire pressure on the placard. That wrong label can let the vehicle be loaded beyond the correct axle rating.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the printed rating, so normal driving does not tell you that the label value is incorrect.
Who's affected?
Covers the QX80, QX56, and Armada across the 2011-2027 model years, all tied to the same certification label. VINs became searchable on July 16, 2026.
| 2027 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2013 INFINITI QX56 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 INFINITI QX56 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2011 INFINITI QX56 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2014 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2023 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2022 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2021 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2020 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2019 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2018 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2017 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2016 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2026 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2025 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2024 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2026 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2020 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2024 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2023 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2025 INFINITI QX80 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2022 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2021 Nissan Armada | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 168,149 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. There is no customer warning, so do not rely on a dashboard light or message to catch the problem. Avoid loading near the posted limit until the corrected label is installed. Repair will be free at any franchised INFINITI dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2027 INFINITI QX80, QX56, or Armada is included in this recall.
- Watch for INFINITI's owner letter, expected September 4, 2026, with instructions for the replacement label.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer after the letter arrives to schedule the free certification-label update that corrects the GAWR information.
- Reference recall number 26V455 when you call INFINITI customer service or the dealer.
- Avoid overloading the vehicle until the correct label is installed.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair has not opened yet in this record. Once it does, an INFINITI technician will install corrected certification labels at no charge. The manufacturer will also mail replacement labels to owners, so keep the letter with the vehicle paperwork if it arrives before your dealer visit. This label correction addresses the incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating on vehicles with 22 inch wheels. Reimbursement is not offered for this campaign because the source record says no customers are eligible for a paid repair before owner notification.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| July 15, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 16, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 16, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 16, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V455?
Recall 26V455 covers 168,149 2011-2027 INFINITI QX80, QX56, and Armada vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The certification label lists the wrong Gross Axle Weight Rating, which can let the vehicle be overloaded and increase crash risk. INFINITI dealers will install new labels for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2027 INFINITI QX80, QX56, or Armada is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V455. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the free label installation. Reference recall number 26V455 and INFINITI recall numbers R26B1 or R26B2 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost. For recall 26V455, INFINITI dealers will install corrected certification labels free of charge, and replacement labels will also be mailed to owners.
Is it safe to drive with recall 26V455 open?
The recall does not say to stop driving. The safety issue is that an incorrect axle weight rating on the label can allow overloading, which increases crash risk. Until the corrected label is installed, do not exceed the load limits shown in the owner's materials or provided by the dealer.
When will owners be notified about recall 26V455?
INFINITI expects to mail owner notification letters on September 4, 2026. VINs became searchable on July 16, 2026, so you do not need to wait for a letter before checking whether your specific vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V455000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V455 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V455000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 26, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →