This page covers 3 recalls, 13 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Infiniti Qx50.
25–26 mpg combined
9–9.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2022 QX50 are spread thin across systems, with no single category drawing heavy volume. On the powertrain side, owners describe sluggish acceleration with unusual sounds, and at least one owner reports the vehicle stalling on an incline before restarting on its own, accompanied by emission control system warning notifications. Engine complaints also touch on inspection access, with one owner reporting a dealer declined to inspect the vehicle on instruction from the manufacturer. On the electronics side, owners describe instrument cluster and infotainment screens going black, the clock toggling between 12-hour and military time formats repeatedly throughout the day, and automatic emergency braking activating without an apparent obstacle present, with the instrument cluster freezing afterward.
13
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 INFINITI QX50 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving engine bearings that can fail and cause the engine to seize or breach the block, spilling hot oil that can ignite a fire.
Beyond the engine concern, the front passenger door has a recall involving an incorrect latch that was installed in the door lock assembly. Because the wrong part was fitted, the door's automatic locking function does not engage, leaving that door unlocked even when the vehicle's locking system activates. A door that is not properly latched can swing open in a crash, raising the risk of occupant injury.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can cause the engine to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module software at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger door may have an incorrect latch installed, preventing the automatic locking function from working. This could cause the door to open during a crash.
What the fix does
Infiniti will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will replace the front passenger door lock assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front right-side passenger door lock assembly may have an incorrect door latch installed, preventing the door from automatically locking when it should.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front right-side passenger door lock assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
