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Infiniti QX50 VIN Number Check

Run a free NHTSA vPIC decode on an Infiniti QX50 VIN to confirm the model year and engine, then see which of the 7 NHTSA recall campaigns for 2014–2025 cover that year.

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Free decode plus the NHTSA recalls for its model year. 17 characters, no I, O or Q.

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Infiniti QX50

About the Infiniti QX50

Infiniti has sold the QX50 in the US since the 2014 model year. Across those years NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns and 275 owner complaints. The 2019 has the most complaints of any model year (140). EPA rates it at 20–27 mpg combined. A free VIN decode gives you NHTSA vPIC’s record for the car (model year, engine, plant) and the NHTSA recalls for its model year. It won’t show theft, flood or lemon-law history.

US model years2014–2025
EPA classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle
NHTSA recall campaigns7
Owner complaints275 at NHTSA
Infiniti QX50 photographed at a US vehicle auction
Auction lot photo, for illustration
Generations

Infiniti QX50 at a glance

One generation in the data, 2014–2025: 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 275 owner complaints.

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QX50
2014–2025Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Infiniti QX50 (2014–2025)

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201420202025
2014–2025

Infiniti QX50

EPA classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle
EPA combined mpg20–27
NHTSA recalls7

Engines (EPA)

  • 3.7 L 6-cyl · 2014–2017
  • 2.0 L 4-cyl (turbo) · 2019–2025

Drive & transmission (EPA)

  • AWD/4WD, FWD, RWD
  • automatic (2014–2017), CVT (2019–2025)

Known issues to check

Engine and cooling (145)Electrical system (43)Forward collision avoidance (43)2 high-risk recall campaigns

Mentions in 275 NHTSA complaints.

Sample VIN pattern · QX503PCAJ5M3?KF······NHTSA vPIC decodes it as a 2019 Infiniti QX50, built in Aguascalientes, Mexico
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Sources: EPA · NHTSA · vPIC

NHTSA campaign data

Which QX50 model years each recall covers

NHTSA data

NHTSA has 7 campaigns on file for QX50 model years 2014–2025, and the 2019 shows up in more of them than any other year (3), ahead of the 2020 (2). Move the line to your model year to see which apply.

2019
Air bag inflator, fire risk or do-not-drive/park-outside advisorySafety recall
Pick a row
What to ask

Source: NHTSA recall database, vehicle campaigns only; row text is NHTSA’s summary. A listed year does not mean every car is covered, so check the VIN.

Transport Canada recalls for these model years were checked against this list; each one matches an NHTSA campaign shown here. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · Transport Canada.

Owner reports · NHTSA complaints

What Infiniti QX50 owners report

Owner summaries + NHTSA data

Between them, the 2019 and 2021 hold 180 of the 275 complaints, or 65%. Tap any bar or generation.

275NHTSA complaints, 2014–2025
11mention a crash
6mention a fire
14injuries reported
Owner complaints by model yearQX50: 275 complaints · most for the 2019 (140)

Top complaint areas · QX50

Mentions in 275 complaints, 2014–2025.

Engine and cooling145
Electrical system43
Forward collision avoidance43
Powertrain (transmission, driveline)31
Brakes22
Fuel system17
Crashes 11Fires 6Injuries 14

2014–2025

NHTSA data summary

The 2019 is the outlier. On its own it has 140 of the ’s 275 complaints (51%), more than any other QX50 model year, and owners across the generation name engine and cooling most often (145 mentions), then electrical system (43).

What QX50 owners report across recent generations

Owner summary

2019–2025 (2nd generation)

The 2019 draws the most complaints, and CarComplaints has few reports. NHTSA owners of the 2019 most often describe noise, knocking or outright failure of the variable compression turbo engine, and some report unexpected automatic emergency braking. CarComplaints lists loud engine noise and a failed power seat for 2019. Infiniti ended the QX50 after 2025. Recalls cover engine bearings on 2019–2022 models that may fail and knee air bag trim on some 2019 models. [1] [2]

What to check before buying

  • Run the VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup and confirm the engine bearing recall on 2019 to 2022 models was completed.
  • Ask for engine repair records.
  • Listen at idle and under load for knocking or unusual engine noise.
  • On the drive, watch for warning lights and any sudden braking from the emergency braking system.
Sources (2) and method
Sources:
  1. NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, 2019 Infiniti QX50
  2. CarComplaints.com, 2019 Infiniti QX50 problems

Counts: NHTSA complaints file, records to October 1, 2026, one count per complaint; areas are NHTSA component groups.

Owner summary updated September 25, 2026.

Owner complaints · by model year

QX50 complaint breakdown by model year

NHTSA data

Every QX50 version is counted together. Tap a year to see its top systems.

275complaints, 2014–2025
11mention a crash
6mention a fire
14injuries reported
Most complaints: 2019 (140), 2021 (40), 2020 (33)
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2019 · 140 complaints

Crashes 3 · fires 1 · injuries 3

Engine53
Engine and engine cooling32
Unknown or other19
Electrical system17
Forward collision avoidance17

Systems as NHTSA names them; a complaint can list several. Source: NHTSA complaints data, records to October 1, 2026.

EPA fuel economy & emissions

QX50 CO₂, smog rating and yearly fuel cost

EPA data

EPA lists 22 QX50 versions for model years 2014–2025. The lowest tailpipe CO₂ is 336 g/mi (2019). Pick a model year and powertrain to see each version.

QX502014–2025

20–27 mpg · CO₂ 336–453 g/mi

2025
26combined MPG
343CO₂ grams per mile (tailpipe)
$3,150EPA yearly fuel cost
5/10Smog rating
1 = worst · 10 = cleanest
5/10Greenhouse gas rating
California LEV-III ULEV50 · Federal Tier 3 Bin 50Emission standard
Cleanest gas version of 2025: QX50 · Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo — 26 MPG · 343 g/mi
Best (lowest) CO₂ by model year
3003504004505002015202020252014 · Gas: 4392015 · Gas: 4482016 · Gas: 4482017 · Gas: 4452019 · Gas: 3362020 · Gas: 3462021 · Gas: 3492022 · Gas: 3482023 · Gas: 3432024 · Gas: 3432025 · Gas: 343
Gas

Annual fuel cost is EPA’s estimate at its current fuel-price assumptions (15,000 miles a year, 55% city driving), so older years are priced at today’s fuel prices. Smog rating and emission standard can differ by sales area (federal vs. California); both are shown. Source: fueleconomy.gov.

Compare rivals

QX50 vs Lexus RX vs BMW X3

NHTSA + EPA data

Take 2014–2025. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the QX50, against 17 for the Lexus RX and 52 for the BMW X3. Pick a range to compare.

Infiniti QX50

Model years 2014–2025

NHTSA recall campaigns
7
NHTSA owner complaints
275
EPA combined mpg
20–27
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.0 L · 6-cyl 3.7 L
Also listed
turbo
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, FWD, RWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Engine and cooling 145
  2. Electrical system 43
  3. Forward collision avoidance 43

Lexus RX

Model years 2014–2025

NHTSA recall campaigns
17
NHTSA owner complaints
720
EPA combined mpg
20–36
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.4, 2.5 L · 6-cyl 3.5 L
Also listed
hybrid, turbo, plug-in hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, FWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Air bags 115
  2. Electrical system 97
  3. Engine and cooling 97

BMW X3

Model years 2014–2025

NHTSA recall campaigns
52
NHTSA owner complaints
1,001
EPA combined mpg
16–30
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.0, 3.0 L · 6-cyl 3.0 L
Also listed
turbo, diesel, plug-in hybrid, mild hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, RWD

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Electrical system 287
  2. Engine and cooling 281
  3. Structure and body 92

NHTSA recalls (vehicle campaigns for all powertrain versions; equipment and tire campaigns left out), complaints (not sales-adjusted) and 5-Star overall ratings for the latest year rated for all three; EPA mpg, engines and drive. Rivals: same EPA class, picked by VinNumber.net.

Infiniti QX50 VIN number location

Where to find the VIN on a QX50

Tap a spot. Every location should show the same 17 characters.

White INFINITI QX50 (second generation) crossover, front three-quarter view, with the VIN locations marked

Photo: Hans Haase, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped

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Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0; edited and VIN pins added by VinNumber.net

The QX50 carries its VIN at the lower driver's side windshield, on the door jamb sticker, and on a B-pillar label. Engine bay stamp is present. QX50 was completely redesigned for 2019, the VIN decode will clarify the chassis generation.

  1. Windshield plateRead it through the glass at the base of the driver's side windshield.
    Source: 49 CFR 565.13(f) (NHTSA): VIN inside the passenger compartment, readable through the glazing next to the left windshield pillar
  2. Door jamb labelOpen the driver's door: the certification label on the B-pillar lists the VIN.
    Source: 49 CFR 567.4 (NHTSA): certification label with VIN at the driver door hinge pillar, latch post or door edge
The title, registration and insurance card show the VIN as well. All locations should match.
FAQ

Common Infiniti QX50 VIN questions

Which Infiniti QX50 model years have the most owner complaints?

The 2019 leads with 140, ahead of the 2021 (40) and 2020 (33). Those first two alone make up 65% of the 275 QX50 complaints filed with NHTSA, not adjusted for sales.

How many recalls has the Infiniti QX50 had?

NHTSA’s recall records show 7 vehicle campaigns for model years 2014–2025, leaving out equipment and tire campaigns.

Which Infiniti QX50 recalls are high risk?

24V-154 covers an air bag inflator module and how it deploys. NHTSA’s record names a fire risk in 25V-437. Each should show as closed on a VIN check.

What fuel economy does the Infiniti QX50 get?

It varies. EPA rates the 2014–2025 QX50 at 20–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drive (fueleconomy.gov).

How does the Infiniti QX50 compare with the Lexus RX and BMW X3 on recalls?

For 2014–2025 models the QX50 has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns. The Lexus RX has 17, the BMW X3 52. Complaints run 275, 720 and 1,001 in that order, with no sales adjustment.

What crash rating does the Infiniti QX50 have?

NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2025 QX50 5 stars overall. Both rated versions, FWD and AWD, get that score.

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