2021 Infiniti QX50
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 41
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
44% of complaints
Complaints per year
2021: 41 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2019 | 144 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
44% · 18 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On June 16, 2026, a 2021 Infiniti QX50 experienced a safety-related malfunction while being driven at approximately 15â20 mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-06-29
Also filed under Electrical system
My 2021 Infiniti QX50 has suffered a catastrophic internal engine failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31
Forward collision avoidance
22% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
My wife was driving her fancy little car at night, and when she reached the halfway point (in the middle of an intersection), the ADAS apparently detected something that wasn't there and the car slammed on its brakes, putting her and other drivers...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-06
Electrical system
20% · 8 reportsEngine and engine cooling
17% · 7 reportsService brakes
10% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Picked up the car on 5/25, on 6/4 sitting at a red light, forward collision warning and lane assist malfunctions showed up on dashboard. Called Faulkner willow grove where my company leased the car, the set up an appt on 6/17.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-12
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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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2023-12-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-07-18 Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2026-01-26Engine and engine cooling25V437000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Infiniti QX50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V402000 · Steering, suspension
- Recall 25V437000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Infiniti QX50?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Infiniti QX50 have?
- 2 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.