The Infiniti QX50 spans 2014–2026 with 23 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2019, 2021, 2020 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2026, 2025, 2014. It delivers up to 27 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Infiniti QX50 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2014 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Infiniti QX50 VIN — every digit explained
Every Infiniti QX50 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Infiniti and the country it was built in.
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this QX50.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your QX50, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Infiniti QX50 have?
The Infiniti QX50 has 23 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2024 Infiniti QX50 recalls 1
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk. An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
2023 Infiniti QX50 recalls 1
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk. An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
2022 Infiniti QX50 recalls 2
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. 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.
Fix. 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.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. 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.
2021 Infiniti QX50 recalls 2
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. 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.
Fix. 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.
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.
Risk. The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
2020 Infiniti QX50 recalls 2
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. 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.
Fix. 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.
Tires
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2020 INFINITI QX50 vehicles. The text of the Tire and Loading Information placard, including the tire size and loading capacity, may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. Illegible tire size or loading capacity information can lead to the incorrect sized tire being installed or its overloading, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the legibility of and, as necessary, replaced the placard, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Infiniti's number for this recall is PC788.
2019 Infiniti QX50 recalls 3
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. 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.
Fix. 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.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Air Bags:knee Bolster
What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 INFINITI QX50 vehicles. In the event of a crash in very cold temperatures, the trim cover may separate unexpectedly from the passenger-side knee air bag module instead of splitting at the trim cover tear seam as designed.
Risk. If the passenger-side knee air bag cover detaches during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix. 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.
Best and worst years for the Infiniti QX50
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 12 tracked years, the worst years are 2019, 2021, 2020 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2026, 2025, 2014.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 QX50 | Structure | Best | |
| 2015 QX50 | Power Train | Average | |
| 2016 QX50 | Engine | Average | |
| 2017 QX50 | Air Bags | Average | |
| 2019 QX50 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2020 QX50 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2021 QX50 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2022 QX50 | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2023 QX50 | Power Train | Average | |
| 2024 QX50 | Electrical System | Average | |
| 2025 QX50 | Engine | Best | |
| 2026 QX50 | — | Best |
What are the most common Infiniti QX50 problems?
The most-reported Infiniti QX50 problems are Air (1 reports), Other (1 reports) and Seats (7 reports) — out of 259 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Infiniti QX50 specifications & dimensions
The 2020–2023 Infiniti QX50 measures 185″ long on a 110″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 4,173 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Infiniti QX50 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023 | 185″ | 75″ | 66″ | 110″ | 4,173 lb |
| 2017 | 187″ | 71″ | 63″ | 113″ | 4,028 lb |
| 2014 | 182″ | 71″ | 63″ | 110″ | 4,017 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Infiniti QX50 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the QX50 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 97 cu ft of passenger volume and 19 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Infiniti QX50 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Infiniti QX50 get?
The Infiniti QX50 returns up to 27 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,850/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2017 Infiniti QX50 (3.7L 6-cyl) gets 20 mpg combined and costs about $3,850/yr to fuel, emitting 445 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10, smog 6/10) — about $8,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 QX50 | 17 | 24 | $3,850 | 445 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2016 QX50 | 17 | 24 | $3,850 | 448 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2015 QX50 | 17 | 25 | $3,850 | 450 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl | |
| 2014 QX50 | 18 | 25 | $3,850 | 439 | 6/10 | 3.7L 6-cyl |
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 (2L 4-cyl) gets 26 mpg combined and costs about $2,950/yr to fuel, emitting 343 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 5/10) — about $3,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 343 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 343 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 343 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 348 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2021 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 349 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2020 QX50 | 23 | 29 | $2,950 | 346 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2019 QX50 | 24 | 31 | $2,850 | 336 | 5/10 | 2L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the QX50 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient wagons, or calculate this QX50's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Infiniti QX50 have? Power & range
The Infiniti QX50 is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.7L 6-cyl, 2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.7L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | RWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.0L · 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Infiniti QX50 cost to own?
A used Infiniti QX50 sells for a median of about $22,900 for a 2025 — most listed between $22,800 and $38,990, from 139 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | $22,800–$38,990 | 3 | |
| 2024 QX50 | $33,788–$34,888 | 3 | |
| 2023 QX50 | $19,985–$35,588 | 5 | |
| 2022 QX50 | $18,999–$26,466 | 4 | |
| 2021 QX50 | $14,450–$22,995 | 20 | |
| 2019 QX50 | $7,250–$22,688 | 55 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a QX50 is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Infiniti QX50 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this QX50 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $14,250 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the QX50 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Infiniti QX50 to insure?
A Infiniti QX50 costs about $1,521 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 6% above the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (106, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the QX50's HLDI loss index. See Infiniti insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Infiniti QX50 safe?
The Infiniti QX50 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2024 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2021 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2020 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2019 QX50 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Infiniti QX50 last?
A well-maintained Infiniti QX50 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Infiniti QX50’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this QX50’s VIN free →All Infiniti QX50 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Infiniti QX50 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 QX50 | 0 | — | |
| 2025 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2023 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2022 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2021 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2020 QX50 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2019 QX50 | 3 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2017 QX50 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2016 QX50 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2015 QX50 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2014 QX50 | 2 recalls | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the QX50?
By owner-complaint volume, 2019, 2021, 2020 drew the most reports. 2026, 2025, 2014 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the QX50 have?
23 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2014–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Infiniti recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the QX50 get?
Up to 27 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the QX50 safe?
The QX50 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a QX50 last?
A well-maintained QX50 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the QX50 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the QX50 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Infiniti QX50 warranty?
New Infiniti models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 6 years / 70,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Infiniti dealer.
Where is the Infiniti QX50 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your QX50's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Infiniti may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the QX50 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.