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Infiniti Q50 Problems

The Infiniti Q50 is a compact luxury sport sedan that has been in production since 2014, replacing the G37 and featuring innovative direct adaptive steering technology. The model experienced significant reliability concerns in its early years, particularly with steering and electrical systems. The 2014 and 2015 model years were especially problematic, generating the majority of complaints. More recent model years have shown substantial improvement with far fewer reported issues.

1,358
Total Complaints
23
Total Recalls
10
Model Years
12
Reported Deaths
!

Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2015 2014
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2020 2021 2022

Common Problem Categories

Steering 238
Electrical System 164
Power Train 138
Engine 132
Unknown Or Other 116

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2023 14 0 6 0 Good
2022 2 0 0 0 Good
2021 10 3 6 0 Good
2020 8 0 0 0 Good
2019 90 1 14 0 Average
2018 120 3 6 2 Average
2017 166 4 10 0 Average
2016 102 4 2 0 Average
2015 346 3 44 8 Avoid
2014 500 5 44 10 Avoid

Infiniti Q50 Years to Avoid

2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2016

Best Infiniti Q50 Years

2022, 2020, 2021, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common problems with the Infiniti Q50?

The most frequently reported issues involve steering system problems, electrical system malfunctions, power train concerns, and engine issues. Steering complaints account for 238 reports, related to the direct adaptive steering system.

Which Infiniti Q50 years should I avoid?

The 2014 model year leads with 500 complaints, followed by 2015 (346), 2017 (166), 2018 (120), and 2016 (102). These early years experienced significant steering and electrical problems.

What are the best years for the Infiniti Q50?

The 2022, 2020, 2021, and 2023 model years have the fewest complaints with 2, 8, 10, and 14 complaints respectively. These years show excellent reliability improvement.

What is the steering problem on the Infiniti Q50?

The Q50s direct adaptive steering system, which uses electronic signals rather than mechanical linkage, generated 238 complaints. Owners reported unusual steering feel, sudden movements, and system malfunctions. Later models refined this system significantly.