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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Infiniti Q70

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Infiniti Q70

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

2Recalls
2Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE INFINITI Q70

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.

VERDICT

The 2019 Infiniti Q70 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 2 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers 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.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
Frontal
SideNot rated
Rollover
Rollover risk 11.3%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13476

Index breakdown

Crash protection56/70
Avoidance tech6/10
Defect record18/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT24V470000

Risk: A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.

Reported 2024-06-21

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA19V654000

Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Reported 2019-09-12

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 2Engine 2Vehicle Speed Control 1

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13476), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Infiniti Q70 2019. Class rank 81 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure