2017 Infiniti QX50
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2019 | 131 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.
2 of 13 total reports mention: structure.
2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
12/12/2017 - DRIVING ON A COUNTY SIDE STREET EAST BOUND, HAD JUST LEFT A 20 MPH SCHOOL ZONE AND ACCELERATED SLIGHTLY. APPLIED BRAKES VERY HARD AT APP 40 MPH WHEN CAR 100 FT. AHEAD STOPPED SUDDENLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171218
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 INFINITY QX50. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP, THE VEHICLE DID NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. AS A RESULT, A CRASH ALMOST OCCURRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170706
1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
Show complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY NORTHBOUND ON THE NEW YORK EXTENSION IN THE EVENING OF MARCH 24TH AT APPROXIMATELY 7:40 PM AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN OUT OF NOWHERE MY MOON ROOF EXPLODED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190324
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Infiniti QX50 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2017 Infiniti QX50 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 2017 Infiniti QX50?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Infiniti QX50 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.