2019 Infiniti QX50
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2019 | 131 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: engine — 49 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. While the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated there was smoke and fire coming from the engine compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251209
23% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 30 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 14 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 INFINITI QX50 vehicles.
Remedy: INFINITI will notify owners, and retailers will replace the passenger-side knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 18V593000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.
Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed
Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
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.
Campaign 25V437000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Infiniti QX50 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V593000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V437000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2019 Infiniti QX50 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Infiniti QX50?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Infiniti QX50 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.