2022 Infiniti Qx60 Safety Report
2022 INFINITI QX60 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 Infiniti Qx60. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (20) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Infiniti Qx60 with 2 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Infiniti Qx60 before buying across this generation. |
Infiniti Qx60 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Infiniti Qx60 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Infiniti Qx60 | 26 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2024 Infiniti Qx60 | 15 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Infiniti Qx60 | 22 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Infiniti Qx60 | 12 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Infiniti Qx60 | 35 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2026 Infiniti Qx60 | 2 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2022 Infiniti Qx60 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 Infiniti Qx60, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Infiniti onlyElectrical System
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Infiniti onlyService Brakes
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Infiniti onlyEngine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Infiniti onlyStructure
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Infiniti onlyTires
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Tires issues Infiniti onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
Reliability Score
The 2022 Infiniti Qx60 receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panoramic Sunroof A sunroof explosion occurred at 73 degrees on Interstate 77, highlighting a severe safety concern. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Lighting control module failures have been reported, affecting exterior lighting and potentially causing visibility issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Annual replacement of rear brake pads suggests potential reliability issues with the braking system. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Infotainment System Issues with Apple CarPlay, including screen blanking and volume control problems, have been reported. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Infiniti Qx60:
Issues with the sunroof have been reported, including explosions and continuous creaking sounds.
Problems with the lighting control module have been reported, affecting exterior lighting.
Annual replacement of rear brake pads suggests potential reliability issues.
Issues with Apple CarPlay, including screen blanking and volume control problems, have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60 by NHTSA:
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. When driving at certain high speeds, the Adaptive Front-Light System (AFS) may incorrectly adjust the headlights downward.
Consequence: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reconfigure the Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM) settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC994.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 INFINITI QX60 and Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat track may be missing a mounting bolt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: A missing mounting bolt may allow the seat track to move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat track and install a new mounting bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PC867 and PC868.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Infiniti Qx60 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
On February 28, 2025, at approximately 8:43 a.m., while driving on Highway 3 in Alvin, TX, the panoramic sunroof glass on my vehicle suddenly and violently exploded/shattered without any warning. At the time of the incident, no other vehicles were around me, and there was no impact from debris, rocks, or any external object. Thank god my kids had just been dropped off at school or this would be a ...
The rear brake pads have been replaced every year. The first time was on 3/11/23 at 15,080 miles. The second time was on 2/24/24 at 30,279 miles. The third time they were replaced was 2/28/25 at 42,731 miles. I took the car in again on 12/05/25 and the rear brake pads needed to be replaced again. This is not normal wear and tear. The dealership told me it's a known issue and Infiniti isn't doing a...
2022 QX60 equipped with a Panoramic Moonroof. While in Florida 850 miles from home, I was traveling alone at about 35mph when I heard a loud explosion. It sounded like a gun shot at close range. I kept driving but observed my surroundings and there was no traffic, no construction, nothing overhead, no warning lights. When I got to my destination a couple miles away, I inspected the vehicle, fu...
Our 2022 Infiniti QX60 was brought in at Infiniti Service Center for regular oil change. The car had 29,564 miles. After the service, I was deciding whether to take the highway or the local route. I thought of stopping by the church, so I decided to take the local route. After driving for 4.2 miles on a road with cars moving at 45 mph, our QX60 suddenly just stalled. The car cannot be started. Da...
255/50R20- I have done every service at the dealership except one (last one). I was told all 4 tires were worn out and they refused to rotate tires, took it to another place and was told the same. Vehicle has 27,000 and both places told me it was very unsusual. Called dealership and they directed me to bridgestone which refused to help as well claiming tires from manufacturer have no warranty. Mak...
The QX60, and possibly many other Infiniti models has a serious flaw in the Apple Car Play and Android Auto features. This affects my model year of 2022 but I understand from other owners it is like still an issue on model year 2023 and 2024 and likely others. The issue is there are not adequate volume adjustments for paired phones with Apple Car Play and Android Auto. If you adjust the paired ...
The vehicle shifts from drive into neutral intermittently. This has happed several times over the coarse of 2 years that we have had vehicle. It has occurred on both highway and street driving and is a major safety concern. We have brought it into the dealership and they could not replicate it the first time and now they are working with Infiniti to troubleshoot.
Safety issue with the Ringtone volume in the infotainment system while connected to Apple Carplay(not Bluetooth). The Ringtone volume setting is being adjusted(unwillingly) along with the call/media volume while in a phone call. Because the call volume has to be increased to a high level in order to hear the conversation, the Ringtone volume will be unintentionally increased at the same time. Th...
Sunroof exploded driving 70 mph and Interstate 77 in Virginia on a 73 degree clear sunny day with no other traffic around
The main screen blanked out completely Heads up display Cruise and adaptive and blind spot indicators all ceases to function Air conditioner has lost function twice since I got the vehicle Leak in rear pipes Rear hatch intermittently doesn’t close properly thus an alarm stays on Driver side mirror won’t fold out after retraction Rear wiper goes off for not reason Lane departure is unreliab...
There is a manufacture's defect in the panoramic sunroof. When driving my vehicle there is a continuous creaking sound emitting from the sunroof. This has been a problem since I picked up the vehicle. After 2.5 weeks the service department has isolated the problem in the sunroof however there is a problem resolving the matter. The problem is finding a company to remove the sunroof and getting a...
2022 INFINITY QX60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE TRUNK DOOR. THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING EITHER A REPLACEMENT VEHICLE OR A REDUCTION IN THE PRICE OF THE DEFECTIVE VEHICLE.
With less than 2000 miles, the dash has blacked out while driving and that seems to have cleared finally. Now the hatch back will randomly open when walking near the back of the vehicle. Sometimes when the hatch is open, it will close while putting groceries in the back. It has been in to Infiniti for this and battery was replaced because they said it was bad. After a couple of days, hatch is a...
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving above 60 MPH, the driver's side mirror would vibrate, impairing visibility of surrounding vehicles. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving on rough or bumpy road surfaces. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact notified a s...
The vehicle does start after being parked overnight. This has happened on over 15+ occasions and counting. Once jump started, warning lights appear on the dash display. Already brought it in for service 2x, battery changed 1x and the battery change solution is not working. The problem is still repeating. Vehicle is being driven sufficiently daily to charge the battery, therefore this should not be...
No incidents. Headlight has a blackout area in the left headlight. Dealership service department could not fix.
When I'm pressing the brakes on the car at all speeds (more noticeable at slower speeds) the car jerks before it comes to a complete stop. When the car is first turned on, the cars brakes smoothly. Unfortunately, after a few times braking, the car will jerk before the car fully stops. At times , the jerk is minimal, where only I feel it. Other times, my passengers feel it and the whole car move...
I was moving down a small slope behind other vehicles at a speed of 40-50 mph. In order to slow down a bit, I decided to manually downshift gear, I pressed the left switch and expected that after changing gear the speed it would begin to decline. But instead of slowing down, I felt a push in my back and for a second the car began to accelerate and only then began to slow down. I had to urgently ap...
The car does not start once it is parked, ignition is turned off and car is locked. The car requires a jump in order for it to start. Once it is jumped, the car has malfunction alerts, the battery light is lit in the vehicle and some features of the car do not work (i.e. lane assist, auto feature light is flashing, but when pressed nothing happens). My safety has been put at risk because the car...
QX60 2022 did not pass a NHTSA crash test. Is it safe to drive? Thank you
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Infiniti Qx60
Has the 2022 INFINITI QX60 been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 INFINITI QX60 has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 INFINITI QX60 have?
The 2022 INFINITI QX60 has 20 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
The 2022 INFINITI QX60 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 INFINITI QX60 involve unknown or other (6 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints), service brakes (2 complaints). Other affected components include engine, structure, tires.
How many crash reports does the 2022 INFINITI QX60 have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2022 INFINITI QX60 in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2022 INFINITI QX60 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 INFINITI QX60 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 INFINITI QX60.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 INFINITI QX60.
Should I buy a 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 INFINITI QX60 is generally recommended. It has 20 complaints, 2 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 INFINITI QX60 are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES (2 complaints), 4. ENGINE (2 complaints), 5. STRUCTURE (1 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Be cautious of potential reliability issues, especially with the panoramic sunroof and electrical system. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2022 INFINITI QX60 has 20 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
The 2022 INFINITI QX60 receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 20 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Panoramic Sunroof and Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Known issues with the 2022 INFINITI QX60 include: Panoramic Sunroof, Electrical System, Service Brakes, Infotainment System. These are based on patterns found across 20 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Common issues include panoramic sunroof explosions, electrical system failures, and service brake replacements.
Are there any known safety concerns with the 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Yes, there have been reports of sunroof explosions and electrical system failures, particularly with the lighting control module.
What should I do if I experience issues with my 2022 INFINITI QX60?
Contact your local Infiniti service center for inspection and repair.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential reliability issues, especially with the panoramic sunroof and electrical system. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Infiniti Qx60
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Infiniti Qx60. The data includes 20 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Infiniti Qx60 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16