Infiniti QX50 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti QX50 model year (2014–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti QX50 Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 81 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 94
0 recalls · 16 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 26
1 recall · 20 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 25
Best Infiniti QX50 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 2
0 recalls · 6 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 6
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Infiniti QX50 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 5 | 3 | — | 17 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 20 | 1 | — | 25 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 20 | Good |
| 2019 | 3 | 81 | 2 | — | 94 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 | 5 | — | 26 | Good |
| 2015 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Excellent |
All 13 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Infiniti QX50 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent QX50 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2015Mid-decade QX50 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2015 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year QX50 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2019 Infiniti QX50 if possible. It has 3 recalls, 81 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 94 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year QX50 to buy?+
The 2015 Infiniti QX50 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which QX50 has the fewest problems?+
The 2015, 2014, 2017 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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