2022 Infiniti QX50
Only 17 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 17 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2019 | 144 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 17 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn and fuses and circuit breakers.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-10
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that upon parking and exiting the vehicle the horn proceeded to go off for 45 minutes until complete failure, and no warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
Engine
3 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
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I am writing to request NHTSAâs assistance and guidance regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2022 Infiniti QX50, VIN [XXX]. I imported this vehicle from the United States to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in 2023.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-16
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-29
Power train
2 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
Service brakes
2 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing air.
Structure
1 of 17 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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While the vehicle was being operated under normal driving conditions, the hood unexpectedly disengaged and flew upward from the windshield side of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-25
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-05-10Latches/locks/linkages23V187000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 INFINITI QX55 and 2022 INFINITI QX50 vehicles.
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.
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2023-12-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-07-18 Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2026-01-26Engine and engine cooling25V437000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Infiniti QX50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V187000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 25V437000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2022 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 2022 Infiniti QX50?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.