2022 Infiniti QX50
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 5 of 16 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Steering include more reported injuries (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 40 in 2021 to 16 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,000–3,100 | 3,000–3,100 | 3,000–3,100 | 3,000–3,100 | 3,000–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | 25–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–23 / 28–29 | 22–23 / 28–29 | 22–23 / 28–29 | 22–23 / 28–29 | 22–23 / 28–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 346–365 | 349–367 | 348–366 | 343–357 | 343–357 | |
| Complaints filed | 32 | 40 | 16 | 4 | 4 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Infiniti QX50?
Electrical: 5 of 16 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 get?
EPA rates it 25–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Infiniti QX50?
EPA estimates $3,000–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $3,000 (low) | 348 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 366 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL · Campaign 25V437000 · Jun 27, 2025
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.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK · Campaign 23V187000 · Mar 21, 2023
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.