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2022 Infiniti QX50 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 18 complaints on file for the 2022 Infiniti QX50 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

18

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other QX50 years?

QX50 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted188 complaints2014: 5 complaints2015: 3 complaints2016: 29 complaints2017: 16 complaints2019: 188 complaints2020: 45 complaints2021: 59 complaints2022: 18 complaints2023: 7 complaints2024: 10 complaints2025: 3 complaints
QX50 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Infiniti QX50 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine317%
Other317%
Driver Assistance317%
Electrical System317%
Transmission211%
Brakes211%
Steering16%
Airbags16%

Does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V437000EngineJune 27, 2025 · 443,899 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.

Consequence

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.

23V187000Latches & LocksMarch 20, 2023 · 48 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 INFINITI QX55 and 2022 INFINITI QX50 vehicles. The incorrect door latch may have been installed in the front right-side passenger door lock assembly, preventing the front right-side door lock from automatically locking.

Consequence

An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front right-side passenger door lock assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 14, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC962.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the engine made an abnormal knocking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittently while driving from a complete stop. The dealer and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 29, 2023

“While driving the car flashed a red light on the top of the instrument panel, then the car violently stopped in the middle of the road. There were cars behind me, thankfully far enough back they were able to stop and not hit me. The dealership could not find any codes to diagnose the problem. A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 8, 2023

“A fire spontaneously ignited while the vehicle was turned off and parked in the owner's garage. The fire apparently started in the vehicle's infotainment system. The fire melted all electrical components of the infotainment system and spread throughout the vehicle to the driver and front passenger…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 2, 2023 · fire

“The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the navigation system became inoperable and inadvertently powered off independently. The contact also stated that the backup prevention camera became inoperable, and she backed into another…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 16, 2022

“The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and Forward Collision Avoidance system engaged, and the vehicle automatically braked. The contact stated that the vehicle corrected itself after an extended period of time, and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 1, 2023

2022 Infiniti QX50 — common questions

Is the 2022 Infiniti QX50 reliable?

The record is thin — 18 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 QX50 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (3 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Infiniti QX50. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 Infiniti QX50 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Infiniti QX50 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the QX50 years to avoid are 2019, 2021, 2020. The cleanest record among QX50 years belongs to 2025.

How safe is the 2022 Infiniti QX50?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Infiniti QX50 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.