NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Infiniti Qx50 Safety Ratings
The 2023 Infiniti Qx50 scores 89 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA, an uncommon result. This strong performance in federal crash testing contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, placing it in our "Strong" band. Furthermore, the model year exhibits a clean recall record, with only one recall issued. This combination of top-tier crash protection and minimal post-sale safety adjustments indicates a well-engineered vehicle for the used SUV market.
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 received a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 ranks 44 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 89 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 14.7% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 44 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Infiniti Qx50?
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 represents a two-point gain in the NHTSA Safety Index, moving from 87/100 in the 2022 model year to 89/100, both within the Strong band. That incremental improvement is anchored by a near-perfect defect record score of 19 out of 20, which reflects the single-recall footprint and the low complaint volume of just 4 unverified allegations. Crash protection contributed 61 of a possible 70 points, consistent with the NHTSA star pattern: a perfect 5-star side result lifts the overall score to 5 stars, while the 4-star frontal and 4-star rollover ratings with a 15 percent rollover risk figure hold the protection sub-score slightly below its ceiling. Avoidance technology scored 8.5 out of 10, shaped by forward collision warning being standard equipment but lane departure warning remaining optional rather than standard. The one recall, centered on the frontal driver-side air bag inflator module, is a shared Nissan North America campaign rather than a QX50-specific defect, and its presence is already factored into the strong defect record sub-score. Taken together, the 2023 model year profile is defined by genuine crash-test strength, minimal complaint activity, and a modest but real Index improvement over its immediate predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 achieved a strong 5 out of 5 stars in its overall NHTSA crash-test rating. Its side protection was particularly noteworthy, earning the maximum 5-star rating. Frontal crash protection received 4 out of 5 stars. The QX50's rollover assessment also resulted in a 4-star rating, with a 15 percent risk of rollover and a "No Tip" designation in the dynamic tip test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18413
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 have any recalls?
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 carries one recall campaign, covering the frontal driver-side air bag inflator module, issued by Nissan North America. The campaign spans multiple Nissan and Infiniti nameplates across model years 2023 and 2024. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data, but buyers should confirm remedy status by VIN before purchase.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE24V154000
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
Reported 2024-02-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Infiniti Qx50?
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints against the 2023 Infiniti QX50, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. Unverified allegations cluster around Power Train (2 reports), with single allegations each touching Engine, Unknown or Other, Fuel System, Fuel/Propulsion System, and Forward Collision Avoidance.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Infiniti Qx50?
A specific air bag inflator module recall merits attention for any prospective owner of a 2023 Infiniti QX50. Before a change of ownership, it is critical to confirm that this safety-related recall has been addressed by a franchised dealer. Checking the vehicle's VIN against the NHTSA recall database will confirm its status.
- The 2023 model year Safety Index of 89/100 is two points higher than the 2022 QX50, driven largely by a near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19 out of 20 reflecting just one recall and four unverified complaints.
- NHTSA's side-impact test produced a full 5 out of 5 stars for this model year, the single strongest individual result in the crash-test suite; frontal and rollover each landed at 4 out of 5.
- The sole recall for this model year targets the frontal driver-side air bag inflator module under a Nissan North America campaign that also covers several other 2023 and 2024 Nissan and Infiniti models; VIN-level verification of remedy completion is essential for used-market buyers.
- Lane departure warning is listed as optional rather than standard on the 2023 QX50, which factored into the avoidance technology sub-score of 8.5 out of 10; buyers should confirm whether a specific unit was equipped with this feature.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 places
The 2023 Infiniti Qx50 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Infiniti Qx50 safety questions
Was the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Infiniti Qx50, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 14.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Infiniti Qx50 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Infiniti Qx50. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Infiniti Qx50?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Infiniti Qx50. 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.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model X Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Early Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18413), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Infiniti Qx50 2023.
- 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 44 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- 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.