Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Infiniti QX50. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Engine Failure
- Summary
- 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.
Incorrect Door Latch Installed
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (16)
16 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 31.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 18.8% |
| Engine | 2 | 12.5% |
| Power train | 2 | 12.5% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 12.5% |
| Air bags | 1 | 6.3% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 6.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 6.3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 6.3% |
| Lane departure | 1 | 6.3% |
How 2022 compares with other QX50 years
Best and worst QX50 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 0 |
| 2019 | 140 | 3 |
| 2020 | 33 | 2 |
| 2021 | 40 | 2 |
| 2022 | 16 | 2 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2022 Infiniti QX50 suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,150
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 348 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S8 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | $3,150 | 348 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S8 CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 25 | $3,300 | 366 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2022 QX50 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2022 Infiniti QX50 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 25V437000 (engine), 23V187000 (latch). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Infiniti QX50 problems?
Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (5), Unknown or other (3), Engine (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Infiniti QX50 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · AV-S8 CVT version at 23 city, 29 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2022 Infiniti QX50 get?
NHTSA rated the 2022 Infiniti QX50 suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2022 QX50 compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Infiniti QX50 model years at least five years old, the 2015 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2019 the most (140). The 2022 drew 16. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.