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Infiniti Q50 Safety
NHTSA safety across every Infiniti Q50 model year we cover.
Across the 6 model years of the Infiniti Q50 we cover (2019 to 2024), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 96. 4 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Infiniti Q50 is a rear-wheel-drive luxury sport sedan competing in one of the most contested segments in the market, squaring off against the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Cadillac CT5. Aimed at driving enthusiasts who want premium refinement without sacrificing road feel, the Q50 has been a mainstay of Infiniti's lineup from 2019 through 2024, offering turbocharged performance and a distinctly driver-focused personality.
The absence of frontal and side crash-test ratings for the Infiniti Q50 across the 2019-2024 model years represents a significant data gap. This means that while some aspects of its safety profile are clear, a full picture is unavailable from federal testing. The 2022 model year stands out with a perfect NHTSA Safety Index score of 100 out of 100, placing it in our Exceptional band. This high score is supported by a consistent 5-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover resistance rating in the best tested year, reflecting the vehicle's stable design. Owners filed 42 complaints for the Q50 within this six-year period; 6 of these involved reported crashes. No fires, injuries, or fatalities were reported among these complaints. The model's recall record includes 4 separate campaigns across 2019-2024, a moderate figure for its class. Prospective owners should always verify the recall status of a specific vehicle identification number. While the 2022 model's index score and rollover performance are strong indicators, the untested frontal and side impact categories leave fundamental questions unaddressed regarding the Q50's overall crashworthiness.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Q50 for its engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics, strong turbocharged powertrains, and upscale interior materials. Most acknowledge that the infotainment system and cabin technology have aged relative to rivals. The Q50 is typically described as a driver's sedan that rewards those who prioritize road feel, though some reviewers note the overall package feels incrementally updated rather than freshly competitive.
- The 2022 Q50 earned a perfect 100-out-of-100 NHTSA Safety Index score in the Exceptional band, making it the standout model year for safety performance in this generation.
- Frontal and side crash-test star ratings from NHTSA are Not Rated across the covered 2019-to-2024 model years, meaning shoppers cannot rely on those data points when comparing the Q50 to more thoroughly tested rivals.
- The Q50 carries a 5-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating in its best tested year, a meaningful result that reflects the low center of gravity typical of rear-wheel-drive sport sedans.
- Four recalls were issued across the 2019-to-2024 model years. Always check your specific VIN at NHTSA's official recall database before purchase to confirm any open recalls have been resolved.
Most-recalled year on record: 2021 Infiniti Q50 with 3 recalls.