Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | −56% | — | Steering | Good |
| 2021 | 6 | −75% | 3 | Acceleration | Good |
| 2019 | 30 | −16% | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2018 | 44 | −33% | 3 | Engine | Average |
| 2017 | 63 | −32% | 4 | Engine | Average |
| 2016 | 39 | −62% | 4 | Engine | Good |
| 2015 | 126 | 1.5× | 3 | Transmission | Caution |
| 2014 | 169 | 2.3× | 5 | Steering | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median Q50 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Infiniti Q50 problems
Latest Infiniti Q50 recalls
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Back over prevention › Display function
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Infinity Q50, Q60, and QX80 vehicles. A software error may deactivate the audio/video control unit screen, preventing the rear-view image from displaying.
Remedy: Dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Spindle
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Engine control module (ECU/ECM) › Software
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2021 INFINITI Q50 and Q60 vehicles. After detecting rapid acceleration, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may incorrectly reduce engine power and reduce fuel supply to the engine.
Remedy: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Infiniti Q50 should you avoid?
2014 and 2015 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Q50 years at the same age, led by steering problems in the 2014.
What is the best year for the Infiniti Q50?
2021 has the fewest complaints compared with other Q50 years at the same age, followed by 2016 and 2023. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Infiniti Q50 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the steering (125), electrical system (87) and engine & cooling (80). Steering complaints peak in the 2014 model year.
How many recalls has the Infiniti Q50 had?
11 recalls across 2014–2023. The model year with the most is 2014. See all Infiniti Q50 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.