NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Infiniti Q50 Safety Ratings
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 scores 99 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 presents an exceptional safety profile, earning a NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100. This places the vehicle firmly in our top tier. A notable aspect of its record is the absence of any federal recalls, complemented by only three unverified owner complaints. This strong performance extends to its rollover rating, which stands out as a particular strength.
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 AWD sedan holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 99/100 and a 5-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Infiniti Q50 ranks 4 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
| NHTSA Safety Index | 99 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.7% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 4 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Infiniti Q50?
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 represents a meaningful step forward from an already strong prior year. The NHTSA Safety Index rose from 96/100 in 2019 to 99/100 in 2020, a three-point gain within the Exceptional band, driven by a perfect defect record score of 20/20 and a full crash-protection sub-score of 70/70. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 8.5/10 reflects standard forward collision warning and standard electronic stability control, with lane departure warning available as an option rather than standard equipment, which is the one area holding the tech score just below a ceiling. The rollover result of 5 out of 5 stars with only a 10 percent rollover risk is the single concrete NHTSA crash-test data point available for this configuration, and it is a best-in-class outcome. The absence of any recall campaign is the defining defect-record characteristic of this specific model year, distinguishing it from years that carried open campaigns. With just three unverified complaints on file, the 2020 Q50 AWD sedan posts one of the cleanest complaint profiles in its segment for this vintage.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Infiniti Q50 perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 AWD sedan achieved a 5 out of 5 star rating for rollover protection from NHTSA, with a 10 percent rollover risk. The agency's dynamic tip test found no tip. This sedan received no overall, frontal, or side crash-test ratings, leaving these critical safety dimensions unassessed in federal data.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14531
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Infiniti Q50 have any recalls?
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, no park-outside advisory exists, and no do-not-drive order has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as federal records are updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Infiniti Q50?
NHTSA has logged three unverified consumer complaints against the 2020 Infiniti Q50. Alleged problem areas include Power Train, Engine, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, and an Unknown or Other category. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in these reports. All are unverified allegations only.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Infiniti Q50?
Because this is a 6-year-old used vehicle, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase. The 2020 Q50 currently shows zero open recalls, but federal records update as new campaigns are filed. Confirm any prior recall work was completed by an authorized dealer before the vehicle changed hands.
- The 2020 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a clean record that directly drove the defect-record sub-score to a perfect 20/20 and pushed the overall Safety Index to 99/100.
- NHTSA did not conduct overall, frontal, or side crash tests on the 2020 Q50 AWD configuration, so those star ratings are absent from the record. The rollover test is the only completed NCAP evaluation, and it produced a perfect 5-star result with a 10 percent rollover risk.
- The Safety Index rose three points year-over-year from the 2019 Q50 at 96/100 to the 2020 Q50 at 99/100, both within the Exceptional band, making 2020 the stronger of the two consecutive years by this measure.
- Lane departure warning is listed as optional rather than standard on this model year, which is the specific equipment gap reflected in the avoidance-tech sub-score of 8.5/10. Buyers should verify whether the individual vehicle being considered was equipped with this option.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Infiniti Q50 places
The 2020 Infiniti Q50 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Infiniti Q50 safety questions
Was the 2020 Infiniti Q50 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Infiniti Q50, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Infiniti Q50 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Infiniti Q50 earned 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Infiniti Q50 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Infiniti Q50 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Infiniti Q50?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Infiniti Q50. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Q50 years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Audi A4 Allroad | 97/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14531), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Infiniti Q50 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 4 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.