MODEL
Infiniti Q70
NHTSA safety across every Infiniti Q70 model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Infiniti Q70 we cover (2019 to 2019), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2019 at 80 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2019 Infiniti Q70 is a full-size luxury sedan aimed at buyers who want a refined, rear-wheel-drive alternative to the mainstream German establishment. Positioned as Infiniti's flagship sedan before the nameplate was retired, it targets experienced luxury shoppers who prioritize a composed, driver-focused character over cutting-edge technology. It competes in a segment where safety credentials matter as much as prestige.
The 2019 Infiniti Q70 earns a Strong band on the MotorCaliber Safety Index, posting an 80 out of 100 overall. That is a respectable showing for a model in its final production year, though the picture has some nuance worth unpacking. In frontal crash testing, NHTSA awarded four out of five stars, which is solid but not a perfect score, meaning shoppers should not treat it as a benchmark performer in that discipline. Side crash testing returned no rating, leaving a meaningful gap in the data that cautious buyers should note. Rollover protection comes in at four out of five stars, a reassuring result for a low-slung sedan with a relatively modest center of gravity. On the recall front, the 2019 model year carries two recalls across our covered window. That is a manageable number for a legacy platform, but any open recall should be verified and addressed before purchase. Owner complaints are strikingly low at just two total, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. Those figures are unverified allegations, but the near-silence is still notable. The honest bottom line here is that the Q70 is a competent safety performer with a few data gaps. The missing side-test rating is the headline concern. Shoppers should confirm recalls are resolved and weigh that incomplete testing picture against the model's otherwise solid scores.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Q70 as a polished, engaging luxury sedan with a strong sense of driving character and a premium cabin. Most acknowledge it as an aging platform by 2019, noting that its technology and feature set had fallen behind fresher rivals. The overall tone is one of appreciation for its fundamentals paired with recognition that it was overdue for a replacement.
- The 2019 Q70 earned four out of five stars in NHTSA frontal crash testing and four out of five stars in rollover protection, placing it in the Strong safety band with an index score of 80 out of 100.
- Side crash test data is not available for this model year, which is a meaningful gap. Shoppers who prioritize side-impact protection should factor this missing rating into their decision.
- Two recalls are on record for the 2019 model year. Any shopper considering a used example should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm all recall work has been completed.
- Owner complaints are exceptionally low at just two total, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths, though these are unverified allegations. While encouraging, low complaint volume on an older, low-volume model can also reflect limited reporting rather than a flawless record.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Infiniti Q70 with 2 recalls.