Infiniti Q50 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti Q50 model year (2014–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti Q50 Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 150 complaints
3 reported injuries
6 reported deaths
Top issue: STEERING
Problem score: 198
2 recalls · 112 complaints
8 reported injuries
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 134
2 recalls · 40 complaints
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 46
Best Infiniti Q50 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 6 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 6
0 recalls · 16 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 16
3 recalls · 8 complaints
Main area: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Problem score: 17
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Infiniti Q50 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 8 | — | — | 17 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 16 | — | — | 16 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 32 | — | — | 35 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 40 | — | — | 46 | Good |
| 2016 | 3 | 25 | 1 | — | 36 | Good |
| 2015 | 2 | 112 | 8 | — | 134 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 4 | 150 | 3 | 6 | 198 | Avoid |
All 13 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Infiniti Q50 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Q50 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2016Mid-decade Q50 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2016 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Q50 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2014 Infiniti Q50 if possible. It has 4 recalls, 150 owner complaints, and 6 reported deaths. The overall problem score is 198 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Q50 to buy?+
The 2023 Infiniti Q50 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 6. It has only 0 recalls and 6 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Q50 has the fewest problems?+
The 2023, 2019, 2021 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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