NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Infiniti Qx80 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Infiniti Qx80 scores 71 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), 1 recall, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Infiniti QX80 enters the market with an incomplete NHTSA crash-test profile, a factor that prevents it from achieving a higher NHTSA Safety Index than its final 72/100, placing it in the Average band. The vehicle does benefit from a clean recall record and full credit for its suite of avoidance technologies. However, the absence of comprehensive federal crash-test data requires potential buyers to exercise caution when assessing its overall safety.
The 2022 Infiniti QX80 receives a NHTSA Safety Index of 72/100 and a 3-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 ranks 127 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 71 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 127 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Infiniti Qx80?
The 2022 Infiniti QX80 registers a Safety Index of 72/100, an 8-point decline from the 2021 model year. This score places it in the Average band, a notable shift from its predecessor's Strong designation. The primary factor in this reduction is the absence of comprehensive crash-test data from NHTSA. NHTSA did not rate the 2022 QX80 for overall, frontal, or side-impact protection. The sole crash-test result is a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating, indicating a 22 percent rollover risk. This incomplete crash protection picture accounts for a sub-score of 42 out of a possible 70 in that category, heavily influencing the overall Safety Index. In contrast, the vehicle's defect record is exemplary, earning a perfect 20/20 with zero recall campaigns for this model year. Avoidance technology also scores a full 10/10, with standard features including forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The decline in the Safety Index for the 2022 QX80 stems from a lack of complete crash-test assessment, not from a reduction in its inherent safety features or an increase in known defects.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Infiniti QX80 received a 3 out of 5 star rating for rollover protection from NHTSA, with a 22 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result. However, the QX80 lacks overall, frontal, and side crash-test ratings from the agency, leaving its performance in these crucial areas unassessed.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16833
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 have any recalls?
The 2022 Infiniti QX80 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. There are no recall components to flag, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA to confirm no new campaigns have been opened.
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Infiniti Qx80?
NHTSA has received 1 owner complaint for the 2022 Infiniti QX80. Unverified allegations touch two components: the Electrical System and Back Over Prevention. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that single report. These are consumer-submitted claims, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Infiniti Qx80?
The safety profile for this 4-year-old vehicle presents meaningful gaps due to a lack of complete crash testing by NHTSA. While its recall record currently stands at zero, prospective buyers should verify this status with NHTSA's database for any changes or pending remedies. A clean recall record, in the absence of comprehensive crash test data, offers an incomplete picture of overall safety.
- The 2022 QX80 Safety Index dropped 8 points to 72/100 from the 2021 model year's 80/100, moving from the Strong band to the Average band, primarily because NHTSA did not rate this model year in frontal or side-impact tests.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2022 model year, earning a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score, which is the strongest component in this year's index breakdown.
- The only NHTSA star rating available for the 2022 QX80 is a 3-out-of-5-star rollover score with a 22 percent rollover risk; overall, frontal, and side ratings are not rated and should not be treated as passing or failing results.
- Only 1 unverified owner complaint has been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, alleging issues with the Electrical System and Back Over Prevention components, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported in that filing.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 places
The 2022 Infiniti Qx80 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Infiniti Qx80 safety questions
Was the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Infiniti Qx80, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 71 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 2022 Infiniti Qx80 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Infiniti Qx80 earned 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 2022 Infiniti Qx80 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2022 Infiniti Qx80. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Infiniti Qx80?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2022 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.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16833), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Infiniti Qx80 2022.
- 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 127 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- 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.