NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Infiniti Qx80 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Infiniti Qx80 scores 79 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 19 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Infiniti QX80 secures a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, placing it in the "Strong" safety band. This standing is supported by a solid NHTSA crash-test record and a single recall. Buyers of this model year should verify recall remedy completion before purchase.
The 2019 Infiniti QX80 SUV AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 93 SUVs from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 ranks 62 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 79 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 19 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 62 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Infiniti Qx80?
The 2019 Infiniti QX80 lands at 80 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, a Strong-band result built on three distinct pillars. Crash protection contributes 52 of a possible 70 points, reflecting the mixed NHTSA star picture: a five-star side result anchors the score, but the 3-star frontal and 3-star rollover ratings limit the ceiling. Avoidance technology adds 8.5 out of 10, supported by standard forward collision warning and standard electronic stability control, though lane departure warning is only optional on this year rather than standard, which holds the tech score just below its maximum. The defect record component scores a near-perfect 19 out of 20, consistent with only one recall on file. That recall targets the back-over prevention camera system and was issued by Nissan North America across a wide 2018 to 2019 model sweep, so it is a systemic supplier-level issue rather than something unique to this QX80. No prior-year Safety Index is on file for comparison, so year-over-year movement cannot be calculated. The 19 unverified owner complaints are concentrated in the Electrical System category, a pattern worth monitoring but not one that affects the Index score.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Infiniti QX80 received a 4 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side protection was a perfect 5 stars. However, frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were each rated at 3 out of 5 stars. The rollover risk is 22 percent, though dynamic tip testing did not result in a tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13480
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 have any recalls?
The 2019 Infiniti QX80 carries one recall campaign, issued by Nissan North America and covering a back-over prevention sensing system camera fault shared across a broad range of 2018 to 2019 Nissan and Infiniti models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data on file for this campaign.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS26V455000
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4
Reported 2026-07-15
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 // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Infiniti Qx80?
Nineteen owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year. The top reported component is the Electrical System with 7 allegations, followed by Unknown or Other at 5. All figures are unverified consumer allegations, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported among them.
19 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Infiniti Qx80?
For the 2019 Infiniti QX80, a specific safety concern stands out: a recall related to the back-over prevention camera. Owners and potential buyers should verify this recall's status. An unresolved safety recall, particularly on a seven-year-old vehicle, represents a tangible risk.
- The 2019 QX80 earned a 5-star NHTSA side-crash rating, its single strongest result, while frontal and rollover protection each scored 3 out of 5 stars, pulling the overall rating to 4 stars.
- One recall is on record for this model year, covering a back-over prevention camera sensing system fault issued by Nissan North America across a broad range of 2018 to 2019 vehicles.
- Lane departure warning is listed as optional rather than standard on this model year, a distinction that slightly limits the avoidance technology score compared to vehicles where the feature ships as standard equipment.
- Nineteen unverified NHTSA complaints are logged for this year, with the Electrical System accounting for 7 of them, the largest single-component cluster reported.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 places
The 2019 Infiniti Qx80 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Infiniti Qx80 safety questions
Was the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Infiniti Qx80, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 79 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 3 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 21.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Infiniti Qx80 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Infiniti Qx80. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Infiniti Qx80?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 19 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Infiniti Qx80. 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.
Other Qx80 years
Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 60d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P100d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan Murano | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13480), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Infiniti Qx80 2019.
- 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 62 of 93 in the SUV class for 2019.
- 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.