MODEL
Infiniti Qx80
NHTSA safety across every Infiniti Qx80 model year we cover.
Across the 8 model years of the Infiniti Qx80 we cover (2019 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 82 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2022 at 72. 8 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Infiniti QX80 is a full-size, body-on-frame luxury SUV aimed at buyers who want premium appointments, three-row seating, and serious towing capability in a single package. It competes against heavy hitters like the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator, positioning itself as a refined alternative with Japanese engineering sensibilities. Its target buyer prioritizes space, presence, and upscale comfort for family hauling or executive transport.
The Infiniti QX80 presents a mixed safety picture that shoppers should study carefully before signing anything. Across the 2019 to 2025 model years covered by MotorCaliber, the QX80 earned its best NHTSA Safety Index score of 82 out of 100 in the 2024 model year, a result that lands in the Strong band but is far from dominant for a flagship luxury SUV. The crash-test breakdown tells a more nuanced story: a 5-star side rating is genuinely impressive and reflects the structural integrity you would hope for at this price point. However, a 3-star frontal rating and a 3-star rollover rating are real concerns, particularly because the QX80 sits high off the ground and carries significant mass. Rollover risk is a known trade-off with tall, heavy SUVs, but three stars is a number buyers should not overlook. Across the covered model years, NHTSA recorded 7 recalls, a moderate count for a seven-year span on a complex vehicle. Owner complaints total 43, including one reported crash and no fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified allegations, but the complaint volume is relatively low for a vehicle in this segment. The honest bottom line: the QX80 is not a safety standout. Its side protection is strong, but the frontal and rollover scores demand attention. Shop the 2024 model year for the best available safety index.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the QX80 for its commanding road presence, spacious three-row interior, and smooth powertrain refinement. Most acknowledge it as a capable and luxurious family hauler. However, professional assessors commonly note that the QX80 trails some rivals in technology integration and that its safety-test performance does not quite match the prestige its price tag suggests.
- The QX80 earned a 3-star frontal crash rating in NHTSA testing, which is below average for a premium SUV and represents a meaningful gap compared to its 5-star side performance. Buyers prioritizing frontal protection should weigh this carefully.
- A 3-star rollover rating reflects the inherent physics of a tall, heavy, body-on-frame SUV. This does not mean the vehicle is unsafe, but it is a real data point, and drivers should factor in how they use the vehicle, especially in emergency maneuvers.
- The QX80 accumulated 7 recalls across the 2019 to 2025 model years. Before purchasing any used example, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm all open recalls have been properly remedied by a dealer.
- The 2024 model year produced the strongest NHTSA Safety Index score of 82 out of 100 in the Strong band. If safety performance is a priority, targeting the 2024 model year over earlier versions in this generation is the data-supported choice.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Infiniti Qx80 with 3 recalls.