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#BS-2022-INFQX5-20F92022 Infiniti QX50Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 23 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
Preliminary Verdict
Proceed with Caution
Based on 23 complaints, 1 crashes, 1 fires, and 2 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
4 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 20K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (8 reports) • Median: 20K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (4 reports).
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Owner Intelligence
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Where the complaints fall
2022 Infiniti QX50: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2022 Infiniti QX50, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 19,999 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 20K-mile mark.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2022 Infiniti QX50, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical System:horn Issues
Electrical System:horn complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2022 Infiniti QX50, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical system:horn-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2022 Infiniti QX50, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2022 Infiniti QX50. Recent trend: stable.
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Recall History (2 recalls)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
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.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
2022 Infiniti QX50 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Frontal crash
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
Side crash
★★★★★5 of 5 stars
Rollover
★★★★★4 of 5 stars
From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.
NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)
All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.
Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
The worst model year for the Infiniti QX50 is the 2019 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.
2022 Infiniti QX50 vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)
This vehicle
23
Class avg
195
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 23 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.
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