2022 INFINITI QX55 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2022 INFINITI QX55 has 2 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report engine failure marked by white smoke from the exhaust and vehicle stalling. Another reported issue involves the Forward Collision Avoidance system triggering unexpectedly with a high-pitched sound and loss of brake and steering control.
Common Issues
- Engine failure with smoke. White smoke emits from exhaust on startup and during driving, followed by stalling and illumination of an unknown red warning light. The vehicle requires towing and dealer diagnosis shows sludge in the oil and engine failure around 80,000 miles.
- Forward Collision Avoidance malfunction. Automatic Emergency Braking activates mistakenly after shadow detection, causing uncontrollable brakes and steering with a high-pitched beep and flashing instrument panel lights at about 21,600 miles. The vehicle was not repaired after dealer consultation.
The 2022 INFINITI QX55 has seven recalls addressing engine components, safety systems, and other vehicle parts. These recalls impact engine reliability and driver assistance technologies among other systems.
Recalls
- Engine and engine cooling. Recall NHTSA Campaign Number 25V437000 affects 443,899 vehicles including the 2022 QX55. The defect involves engine bearing manufacturing flaws that cause failure. Engine failure risks crashes and possible engine fire due to oil breaches. The remedy is under development. Interim owner notifications were mailed August 25, 2025. Repairs will be free once available.
Owners facing repeated engine failures or safety system malfunctions and unresolved recall repairs may have lemon law protections depending on state regulations. Consulting with a qualified attorney can assist in understanding consumer rights in these situations.
2022 INFINITI QX55 Summary
2022
Model Year
2
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
443899
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2022 INFINITI QX55
443899 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Complaints
2022 INFINITI QX55
ID: 2127482FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
The contact owns a 2022 Infiniti QX55. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking System was unintentionally activated after a shadow was detected. The contact stated that there was a high-pitched beeping sound and flashing lights on the instrument panel during the failure. The brakes and steering were uncontrollable for several seconds. The local dealer was contacted and suggested that an appointment be scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 21,600.
2022 INFINITI QX55
ID: 2115771ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owned a 2022 Infinity QX55. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle in the garage, the contact noticed white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the white smoke increased significantly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact returned to the residence. The contact stated that while driving to the dealer, the vehicle stalled and was able to restart after several attempts. An unknown red warning light was illuminated. The contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the engine had failed, and there was sludge found in the oil. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the dealer declined to perform the recall repair. Additionally, the extended warranty company refused to cover the repair of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.