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Infiniti Q50 2015-2024 (V37)

Infiniti Q50
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Price
$37,150–$60,000
MPG
31
  • Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
  • Watch-out: Below-average value retention
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How it scores for you10 scores
Muscular twin-turbo value in an aging package — 400 hp for the money, but dated tech, numb steering, and luxury-brand depreciation dull the shine.
Reliability59

Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 2 of its 9 recalls were serious. About 8% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +2 points for its wider reputation.

Safety50

Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.

Running costs52

About $2,600 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 52% of cars we track.

Cargo & utility12

13.2 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 12% of other sedans we track.

Passenger space48

Typical compact-lux sedan packaging; rear legroom and the 13.2 cu ft trunk are mid-pack at best.

Driving fun60

Red Sport's 400-hp VR30 twin-turbo is genuinely quick, but numb steer-by-wire and soft chassis tuning blunt the sport-sedan promise.

Tech45

The dual-touchscreen InTouch system aged poorly against rivals; adaptive-steering tech proved more gimmick than asset.

Comfort58

Quiet cabin and supportive seats; ride is settled outside sport trims, rear seat merely adequate.

Value retention40

Luxury brands like Infiniti tend to lose value faster than average.

Capability30

No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.

Safety & recalls18 recalls

Not yet rated by NHTSA.

18 recalls · 7 common complaint areas across 2015–2021

  • Powertrain — 38 complaints (2015)
  • Recall — Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm): software (2021)
  • Steering — 29 complaints (2015)

2024

No recorded issues.

2023

No recorded issues.

2022

No recorded issues.

2021

  • RecallEngine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm): software21V234000

    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.

  • RecallSteering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm; suspension: rear: axle: spindle21V402000

    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.

  • RecallBack over prevention: display function21V599000

    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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh

2020

No recorded issues.

2019

  • RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera19V654000

    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. Additio

  • Complaint clusterEngine5 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    own a 2019 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Sport with approximately 80,000 miles. The vehicle began experiencing engine knocking/ticking noises, rough idle, hesitation under acceleration, shaking, and intermittent misfire symptoms. The issue continued even after replacing spark plugs and ignition components. The

  • Complaint clusterPowertrain5 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN

    While operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions, the engine experienced a significant loss of power and reduced acceleration. The issue is believed to be related to turbocharger failure within the engine system. The loss of power created a safety concern, particularly when attempting to

  • Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Vehicle was purchased December 2021 upon purchasing the vehicle I noticed the horn was not functioning, vehicle was taken back to dealership, they corrected the issue, then months later horn isn't functioning at all. Nor is Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistance, Parking Collision Warning,

2018

  • RecallElectrical: software; fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump17V476000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to

  • RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera19V654000

    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. Additio

  • RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V470000

    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.

  • Complaint clusterEngine10 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    Leak in the turbo causing oil to burn and create smoke from the exhaust

  • Complaint clusterAirbags6 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the front passenger seat and passenger seat belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not

  • Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety defect in my 2018 Infiniti Q50, which was manufactured prior to May 1, 2018. Despite matching the make, model, and production timeframe associated with an existing Infiniti recall for backup camera failures, my specific vehicle is not included in the

  • Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    The serpentine belt on my 2018 Infiniti Q50 Sport became contaminated with oil immediately after dealer turbo replacement at the end of August 2025, causing the belt to slip, shred, and be pulled into the engine. This resulted in sudden loss of essential engine functions and poses a significant safe

2017

  • RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification16V244000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano

  • RecallElectrical: software; fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump17V476000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to

  • RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module17V571000

    Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti Q50 and Q50 Hybrid vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been improperly welded.

  • RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V470000

    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.

  • Complaint clusterAirbags10 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with air bags failure. The contact was informed that the air bag needed to be replaced.

  • Complaint clusterEngine9 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    I have had several major problems with this car's engine. Once it shut down (was detecting no oil but was full) while on the interstate. Had to replace the radiator fan assembly and module. Coolant Leaks

  • Complaint clusterUnknown or other6 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    My vehicle has been stalling and burning/leaking oil internally for some time now with white smoke coming from the rear. Well Infiniti sent a post card and stated that the emission warranty is extended for 120,000 miles which my vehicle has had the issue for some time and it was already over 120k m

  • Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    UNKNOWN Driver noticed increased volume of audio system without driver interference.

  • Complaint clusterPowertrain5 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN

    I am the owner of a 2017 INFINITI Q50 purchased in 2019. My vehicle has suffered three separate turbocharger failures in four years: 2021 (~75,000 miles): turbocharger failure; replaced under my extended warranty (~$6,000 authorization). 2023 (~98,000 miles): turbocharger failure; replaced again und

2016

  • RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification16V244000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano

  • RecallSteering: automated/adaptive steering; steering: electric power assist system16V430000

    Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an er

  • RecallElectrical: software; fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump17V476000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to

  • RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V470000

    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.

  • Complaint clusterEngine7 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    My 2016 Q50 was driving strangely, but no indicator light came on the dashboard. I took the vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it and was told that the engine is dying. No other information was given to me. I called the service advisor asking what in particular was wrong with my car, but he

  • Complaint clusterElectrical7 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Something happened to cause power loss. I checked the recalls and work that was supposed to be performed but didn’t get done like it was supposed to. I need to have it checked now asap! I see 2 engine replacements and also the turbos and 2 of the catalytic converters. The last 2 need replacing as we

  • Complaint clusterSteering6 complaintscomplaints:STEERING

    Passenger seat light remain on for 4 months the went away. Then the airbag light came on. Took it to Infiniti of Tampa where they supposedly done diagnostics. They cause additional lights to appear on my dashboard to include the steering hard to turn. When I purchased the vehicle in October 2016

2015

  • RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification16V244000

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano

  • RecallSteering: automated/adaptive steering; steering: electric power assist system16V430000

    Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an er

  • RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft24V470000

    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.

  • Complaint clusterPowertrain38 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN

    While operating the vehicle, the transmission suffered an abrupt failure resulting in Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0720 (Output Speed Sensor Circuit). Further diagnostic inspection revealed a complete internal failure of the integrated valve body assembly, which houses the Transmission Control Mo

  • Complaint clusterSteering29 complaintscomplaints:STEERING

    After starting the car the steering wheel jumps off center and the steering is all over the place. have to start the car again and the steering wheel jumps the other direction. I strongly suggest this is exactly what the June 13, 2016 NHTSA campaign number 16V43000 the software may reduce steering a

  • Complaint clusterAirbags16 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    Upon driving when purchased the Engine Light for the Air Bags illuminated. Upon researching the issue the problem seems to be a common problem for vehicles of this make and problem. 90% of the time requiring the owner to take the vehicle to the dealership.Since it is a trend and ongoing I wanted to

  • Complaint clusterBrakes9 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES

    My braking system completely failed while I was driving with no warning of sound or dash safety indicators. The only way I was able to stop my vehicle is by shifting into park while I was in motion. Two days prior to my car losing all ability to brake, my car was routinely serviced by the local de

  • Complaint clusterElectrical8 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    P07200 code came up, transmission is no good because of a cheap sensor that's impossible to fix. seems to be very common and very inconvenient

Cost to own$24,400 / 5 yr

MSRP, new

$37,150–$60,000

Estimated used price, by model year

2024$40,200–$47,200
2023$35,100–$41,200
2022$30,500–$35,800
2021$26,500–$31,100
2020$23,500–$27,500
2019$20,700–$24,300
2018$18,200–$21,400
2017$16,000–$18,800
2016$14,000–$16,400
2015$12,200–$14,300

$2,600/yr

EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.

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Specs
MSRPNew $37,150–$60,000
Efficiency31 MPG
Seats5
DrivetrainAWD
PowertrainHybrid

City MPG

29

Highway MPG

36

Combined MPG

31

Horsepower

400 hp

Doors

4

Cargo volume

13.2 cu ft

Limited data — dimensions unavailable.

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