Recall 18V593 affects 1,671 2019 INFINITI QX50 vehicles for a passenger-side knee air bag cover defect. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 1,671 2019 QX50 vehicles because, in a crash at very cold temperatures, the passenger-side knee air bag trim cover can detach instead of splitting as designed. A detached cover increases injury risk during deployment, and INFINITI dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger-side knee air bag module in the 2019 INFINITI QX50 sits low in front of the front passenger. During a crash, the air bag deploys from behind its trim cover, and that cover is supposed to split along a designed tear seam so the cushion can come out in a controlled path.
On affected QX50s, the module was built with a tear seam that was outside specification, and the air bag cushion was folded incorrectly during supplier production. In very cold temperatures, that combination can make the trim cover separate from the module during deployment instead of opening at the tear seam. The replacement module uses the proper tear seam specification.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not see a dashboard light, sound, or driving symptom that shows this passenger-side knee air bag module has the defect.
Who's affected?
| 2019 INFINITI QX50 | air bag system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,671 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 INFINITI QX50 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the passenger-side knee air bag cover detaches during deployment, occupants face a higher risk of injury. Keep using normal seat belts and schedule the passenger-side knee air bag module replacement soon, since this issue is tied to crash protection during deployment. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 INFINITI QX50 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI retailer to schedule the free passenger-side knee air bag module replacement that addresses trim-cover detachment during deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V593 when you call.
- Use extra caution with passengers until the repair is complete, since the passenger-side knee air bag cover can detach during deployment and increase injury risk.
What happens at the repair
At the retailer, an INFINITI technician replaces the passenger-side knee air bag module covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because INFINITI treated the subject vehicles as under warranty for this recall. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork for the passenger-side knee air bag module.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 6, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 7, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| October 22, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 23, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V593?
Recall 18V593 covers 1,671 2019 INFINITI QX50 vehicles with a passenger-side knee air bag trim cover that can separate from the module during deployment in very cold temperatures. INFINITI retailers will replace the passenger-side knee air bag module for free.
What should I do if my 2019 INFINITI QX50 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific QX50 is included in recall 18V593. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI retailer to schedule the passenger-side knee air bag module replacement. Reference recall number 18V593 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and INFINITI's remedy says retailers will replace the passenger-side knee air bag module free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2019 INFINITI QX50?
This recall is about injury risk during a crash, not a stop-driving order. In very cold temperatures, the passenger-side knee air bag cover can detach during deployment and increase injury risk. Check your VIN, then schedule the free module replacement with an INFINITI retailer if your vehicle is included.
When did INFINITI start this recall repair?
INFINITI began the recall on October 23, 2018. The remedy is available, so an included 2019 QX50 should be scheduled with a franchised INFINITI retailer for the passenger-side knee air bag module replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V593000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-662-6200 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V593 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V593000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →