Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2023 Infiniti QX50Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 4 owner complaints for the 2023 Infiniti QX50. Most complaints involve power train (2) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
25–26mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Feb 2024
Owner complaints
4
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$3,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: inflator module

Free remedy

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

Air bagsReported Feb 27, 2024NHTSA 24V154000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2023 – Jul 2025
  1. Power train2
  2. Engine1
  3. Fuel/propulsion system1
  4. Forward collision avoidance1
  5. Fuel system, gasoline1
  6. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each QX50 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20142
20153
201619
201713
2019145
202033
202141
202217
20234
20245
20251
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

2 reports
“Vehicle is prone to stalling while on the road extremely dangerous starting issues after long trips”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 24, 2025Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11650225

Engine

1 report

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S8)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
QX50
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
232926$3,000343
QX50 AWD
Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
222825$3,100357
  • QX50
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    23 city · 29 hwy · $3,000/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • QX50 AWD
    Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Infiniti QX50 SUV FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Infiniti QX50 SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 18413Vehicle 18412
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2023 QX50 questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Infiniti QX50 have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 7, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2023 Infiniti QX50 problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (2), engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Infiniti QX50 get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Infiniti QX50 at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2023 Infiniti QX50?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Infiniti QX50 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026