repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
2020 Infiniti QX50Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 33 owner complaints about the 2020 Infiniti QX50, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-437 the manufacturer reports only 73% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 29, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Infiniti QX50 has problems
33 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Engine
7Forward collision avoidance
4Engine and engine cooling
4Power train
4Electrical system
2Service brakes
1Vehicle speed control
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 Infiniti QX50 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. Illegible tire size or loading capacity information can lead to the incorrect sized tire being installed or its overloading, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Infiniti.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other QX50 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the QX50 median. How we score
'16'17'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Infiniti QX50 safety ratings
2020 Infiniti QX50 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Infiniti QX50, and the recalls they led to.
- Complete loss of motive power due to engine failureLed to recall 25V-437
In owners' words
What QX50 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
We received the federal recall information and took the vehicle to the nearest Infiniti dealer (96 miles away) on 9/2/26. Diagnostics were performed and were told that the car "passed" the inspection. Two days later, the engine demonstrated complete failure. We had to have the vehicle towed to a…
The contact owns a 2020 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the RPM became elevated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown recall repair was performed. The contact stated that the engine was replaced. The…
Engine lost all power and car seemed to be locked in low gear while attempting to drive down the road. Took the car to Infiniti dealership which said there was a recall and they inspected the vehicle. Mechanic inspected the vehicle and said it fit all requirements to be replaced by engine recall.…
Own a 2020 QX50?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.