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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Infiniti Qx55

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

1Recalls
8Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE INFINITI QX55

The Infiniti QX55 is a sleek, coupe-styled luxury crossover SUV that slots into the premium midsize segment, competing against style-forward entries like the BMW X4 and Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. Aimed at buyers who want a distinctive roofline without sacrificing practicality, the QX55 pairs an athletic silhouette with Infiniti's upscale cabin experience, targeting urban professionals and design-conscious families who refuse to compromise on presence.

VERDICT

The 2022 Infiniti Qx55 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the QX55 for its striking coupe roofline and upscale interior, positioning it as a style-first alternative in the luxury crossover space. Most acknowledge that rear headroom and cargo capacity are compromised by the sloping roofline, and opinions on the powertrain are mixed, though the overall driving experience and cabin refinement tend to draw favorable marks.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
Frontal
SideNot rated
RolloverNot rated
Rollover risk 0%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16048

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record19/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V437000

Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.

Reported 2025-06-27

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 4Fuel/Propulsion System 1Forward Collision Avoidance 1Engine And Engine Cooling 1Seats 1Unknown Or Other 1

Other Qx55 years

Rivals in SUV (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 16048), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Infiniti Qx55 2022. Class rank 2 of 135 in SUV 2022. Methodology · Disclosure