Infiniti Q70 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Infiniti Q70 model year (2014–2019) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Infiniti Q70 Years to Avoid
0 recalls · 13 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 13
1 recall · 6 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 9
0 recalls · 8 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 8
Best Infiniti Q70 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 2
1 recall · 1 complaint
Main area: VISIBILITY/WIPER
Problem score: 4
1 recall · 4 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 7
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Infiniti Q70 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 9 | Avoid |
| 2018 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 7 | Caution |
| 2017 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 8 | Caution |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Good |
| 2015 | 0 | 13 | — | — | 13 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Good |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Infiniti Q70 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2018Recent Q70 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2018 stands out with just 7 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2014Mid-decade Q70 units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2014 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Q70 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2015 Infiniti Q70 if possible. It has 0 recalls, 13 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 13 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Q70 to buy?+
The 2014 Infiniti Q70 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 2. It has only 0 recalls and 2 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Q70 has the fewest problems?+
The 2014, 2016, 2018 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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