2021 Infiniti Q50
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 170 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 5 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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I purchased a new 2021 Infiniti Q50 from Infiniti of Cool Springs on September 28, 2020. There was an incident on January 13, 2022 due to a manufacturer defect that caused my car to accelerate on itâs own.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-10
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 5 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Wheels
1 of 5 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
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The contact owns a 2021 Infinity Q50. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently purchased from a dealer. When the vehicle was purchased, the tires were replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-09
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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I was driving home on the Veterans Expressway in Tampa traveling about 65 mph when a sound like a gunshot almost caused me to lose control as I swerved out of fear - thankfully no other vehicles were nearby.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-06
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
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In August 2026, while driving, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration and engine power and would only travel at a very slow speed. The check engine light came on. The driver had to safely stop, turn the engine off, and restart it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-21
Also filed under Engine
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-05-25Engine and engine cooling21V234000 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.
Remedy: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C5.
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2021-07-26Steering, suspension21V402000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
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2021-09-14Back over prevention21V599000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A9.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Infiniti Q50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V234000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 21V402000 · Steering, suspension
- Recall 21V599000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2021 Infiniti Q50 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Infiniti Q50?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Infiniti Q50 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.