Infiniti Q50 common problems
Owners of 2015–2024 Infiniti Q50 vehicles have filed 309 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported system is engine & cooling (57% of categorised reports). Below is every reported problem area, ranked by real complaint volume, with recall and crash context — useful if you're researching this model before buying used.
- 309
- Owner complaints
- 18
- Recall campaigns
- 27
- Crash-related reports
- 12
- Injury reports
Most reported problem areas
By share of categorised NHTSA complaints across all 10 model years. Each links to what that system covers and its recall history.
How to read this before buying
Complaint volume is not the same as failure rate. A model that sold in large numbers, or one that has been on sale for many years, accumulates more complaints without necessarily being less reliable. Use these figures to learn which systems to inspect, not to rank one model against another.
The single most useful next step is to check the specific vehicle's recalls by VIN — a recall repair is free at any franchised dealer, but only if it has actually been done.
Recent safety events
Full timeline- Recall2015 q50
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Recall2016 q50
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Recall2017 q50
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Recall2018 q50
A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Recall2021 q50
A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Recall2021 q50
The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Frequently asked
- What are the most common Infiniti Q50 problems?
- Across 309 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for 2015–2024 Infiniti Q50 vehicles, the most reported systems are engine & cooling (57%), airbags (25%), steering (17%).
- Which Infiniti Q50 model year has the most complaints?
- In our index, the 2015 Infiniti Q50 has the most owner complaints, with 123 filed.
- Are Infiniti Q50 problems dangerous?
- Of the 309 complaints on record, 27 mention a crash, 3 mention a fire and 12 mention an injury. Complaint counts are not a failure rate — check the specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN.
Problems by model year
The 2015 accounts for the most complaints (123). Open any year for its full complaint and recall report.
Where this comes from
Every figure is aggregated from consumer complaints filed directly with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — not forums, reviews or estimates. Component grouping uses our published taxonomy.