MYRModel Year Report

2019 Infiniti Q50

▲ Better than typical
2019 Infiniti Q50
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:50:49.865Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Infiniti Q50 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2014: 169 complaints 2014 2015: 121 complaints 2016: 38 complaints 2016 2017: 61 complaints 2018: 43 complaints 2018 2019: 30 complaints 2019 2020: 3 complaints 2020 2021: 4 complaints 2022: 1 complaints 2022 2023: 5 complaints 2023
2019: 30 complaints
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YearComplaints
2014169
2015121
201638
201761
201843
201930
20203
20214
20221
20235

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 33%

33% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, AFTER GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN INTO THE SPOT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND WOULD NOT STOP. PUSHING ON THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191016

The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine misfired, and the contact became aware of smoke coming from the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241028

Catastrophic engine failure. Metal debris in the oil. Manufacturer defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240413

POWER TRAIN 20%

20% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, AFTER GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN INTO THE SPOT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND WOULD NOT STOP. PUSHING ON THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT, AFTER GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP AND MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN INTO THE SPOT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND WOULD NOT STOP. PUSHING ON THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191016

SUSPENSION 13%

13% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191111 — back over prevention

Nissan North America, Inc.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.

Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Infiniti Q50 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2016 ● 2018 ◆ 2017

WORST YEARS

■ 2014 ■ 2015 ◆ 2017

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Infiniti Q50 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Infiniti Q50 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Infiniti Q50?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Infiniti Q50 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.